Supporting Tomorrow's Healthcare Professionals Today

Inspiring Meaningful Change Through STEM Education

At Medics Camp, our vision is to inspire meaningful change in the lives of others by introducing children to STEM and the medical field at an early age, equipping them with the knowledge and passion to make a transformative impact on global healthcare in the future.

Our counselor program is a vital part of this vision. Each year, passionate high school students interested in healthcare join our team as camp counselors, gaining invaluable experience that shapes their future careers. Through hands-on teaching, they deepen their understanding of medical science, health, and the human body while discovering healthcare career paths they may never have considered. They develop essential real-world skills including leadership, communication, first aid, problem-solving, and empathy—all while inspiring the next generation of young minds.

The Medics Camp Future Healthcare Leaders Scholarship recognizes and supports these exceptional young people as they take the next step in their healthcare journey.

About the Scholarship

Award Amount: TBD

Purpose: To help with first-year post-secondary program costs and recognize counselors' contributions to Medics Camp and the future of healthcare

Our Belief: By supporting teens who have dedicated themselves to inspiring children in STEM and healthcare, we amplify our impact on global healthcare for generations to come.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Medics Camp Future Healthcare Leaders Scholarship, applicants must:

Have served as a Medics Camp counselor

(current or past team member)

Be graduating from high school in 2026

Have received acceptance to an accredited Canadian post-secondary program in a healthcare-related field, including but not limited to:

Medicine
Nursing
Allied Health (paramedicine, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, etc.)
Health Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
Public Health
Healthcare Administration
Other health-related programs

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

Completed application form

Available below

Proof of acceptance

to a Canadian healthcare-related post-secondary program

Essay (500-750 words)

"How will you contribute to improving healthcare in Canada, and how has your experience as a Medics Camp counselor prepared you for this career?"

One reference letter

from a Medics Camp supervisor, teacher, or community member who can speak to your leadership and commitment to healthcare

Important Dates

March 15

Applications Open

April 30

11:59 PM EST

Application Deadline

May 15

Winners Announced

June 2026

exact date to be announced

Awards Distributed

Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

Demonstrated commitment to healthcare through academics, volunteering, or extracurricular activities

Quality and thoughtfulness of essay response

Leadership and impact as a Medics Camp counselor

Overall contribution to inspiring children in STEM and healthcare

How to Apply

Application Portal opens on March 15, 2026

Access It Here

Questions about the scholarship?

The Medics Camp Future Healthcare Leaders Scholarship is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community donors who believe in investing in the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! As long as you served as a Medics Camp counselor at any point and are graduating high school in 2026, you are eligible.
If your program relates to health, medical sciences, patient care, or healthcare systems, it likely qualifies. When in doubt, please apply and include a brief explanation of how your program connects to healthcare.
Absolutely! We recognize that many excellent healthcare careers begin with college programs (nursing, paramedicine, etc.). All accredited post-secondary healthcare programs are eligible.
We award two (2) scholarships of $350 each annually. As our program grows with donor support, we hope to increase the number and amount of scholarships in future years.
Scholarship funds are distributed in June 2026 via cheque to the recipients. You can use these funds for tuition, textbooks, supplies, or other first-year program costs.
This scholarship is specifically for graduating high school students in their transition to post-secondary education. If you do not receive the scholarship but are still a counselor the following year and graduating then, you would be eligible to apply in that cycle.