Endowed Scholarships

The OTA Education Foundation offers additional scholarship opportunities through specific scholarships that have been established by corporate members of the trucking industry. While some of these scholarships are available to a limited selection of students, many are open for any student to apply. Before applying, applicants are urged to make sure that they meet all of the eligibility requirements attached to each scholarship. All of the following endowed scholarships are administered by the OTA Education Foundation.

Anderson Haulage Business and Technology Scholarships

Awarded to two graduating Stouffville District Secondary School students with high overall averages who are attending college to study business or technology.

Bison Transport Scholarship

Awarded to a full-time student enrolled in a recognized Transportation, Logistics, Human Resources or Business program at a Canadian University or College. Application + Learn more

The Erb Group of Companies "Service to Community" Scholarship

Awarded to a first-year post-secondary student enrolled in a public Ontario college or university, who demonstrates a commitment to his/her community, through his/her involvement in community and/or charitable volunteer work. Application + Learn more

Glasvan Great Dane Truck Trailer Service Technician Scholarship

Awarded to a high achieving student enrolled in the Truck Trailer Service Technician program at Centennial College.

Grant's Transport Mathematics Scholarship

Awarded to the top university-bound math student graduating from Timiskaming District Secondary School.

J.D. Smith & Sons “Leaders of Tomorrow” Scholarship

Awarded to a university student each year who demonstrates a commitment to his/her community, school or other volunteer undertaking through exemplary leadership qualities. Application + Learn more

The KTG Scholarship

Scholarship under development. Details to be announced soon.

Omnitracs Mike Ham Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a first-year post-secondary student enrolled in a public Canadian university or college who is studying Transportation, Logistics, Human Resources, Technology, or Communications. Application + Learn more

OTA Allied Trades Scholarships

Awarded to one university student and one college student each year, who have completed at least one year of post-secondary education, and who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their academic performance. Application + Learn more

OTA Professional Driver Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to one university student each year who is the son or daughter of a professional commercial truck driver. The scholarship honours the memory of David Virgoe, a truck driver who died in 2007 in a crash caused by street racers. The scholarship recognizes the hard work, dedication and professionalism of Ontario truck drivers who safely share the road with the motoring public every day. Application + Learn more

Steed Standard Transport Gary Lebold Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a full-time student enrolled in Business Administration – Supply Chain and Operations Management at Conestoga College. The scholarship honours the life and legacy of Gary Lebold, who worked with Steed Standard Transport from 1964 until he retired in 2018. For 50+ years, Gary helped shape the culture and elevated safety and customer service at Steed Standard Transport, where his tenure spanned three generations of Steed family members. Gary started driving when he was 18 and continued to drive until his early seventies. His colleagues describe him as a kind-hearted and generous soul who was a visionary, mentor, leader, and a thoughtful friend.

The Tandet Scholarships

Awarded to two college-bound students graduating from Oakville Trafalgar High School, who have demonstrated involvement in school activities, such as sports teams and extra-curricular groups and clubs, along with a strong commitment to community volunteering.

Trailcon Leasing Trailer Service Technician Scholarship

Awarded to one student registered in the Truck Trailer Service (Co-op) program at Conestoga College.

TST-CF Express International Transportation & Customs Scholarships

Awarded to the two top academic students entering their second year of the International Transportation and Customs program at Seneca College.