The Ontario Horticultural Trades Foundation (Foundation) recently opened applications and nominations for its 2026 scholarship program. Ontario students, apprentices and program coordinators have until June 30, 2026, to complete all applications and nominations via the Foundation website at OHTF.ca/scholarships.
For 2026, the Foundation has increased the amount of its Apprenticeship Scholarship from $500 to $1,000 and the value of the College or University Scholarship
increased from $1,000 to $1,200.
Under the Foundation scholarships, Landscape Ontario’s London, Upper Canada and Waterloo Chapters also offer scholarships of up to $2,000 for students within their geographic boundaries, or enrolled in a specific program or area of study.
Program coordinators and educators can nominate outstanding students for a $3,000 scholarship under the Cullen Scholarship Program. A nomination form, including forms for a few special Foundation scholarships can be found at OHTF.ca/nominations.
Applicants are required to meet specific eligibility requirements and provide documentation such as proof of residency, proof of enrollment, school transcript, and in most cases a short essay.
Online applications can be saved at any time and returned to at a later date for completion before the June 30 deadline. Full details on eligibility and documentation, plus a list of accredited schools and programs is included at OHTF.ca/scholarships.
