ONB’s NB Proud Awards
Each year, we award bursaries to students from New Brunswick’s five economic regions pursuing post-secondary education and careers in the province, helping with first-year expenses.
When to apply
Each spring, ONB issues a call for applications.*
Who can apply
Any grade 12 New Brunswick high school student planning to pursue their post-secondary education in New Brunswick.
How to apply
Students are given a task that tests their creativity and demonstrates their commitment to building a stronger and more vibrant province.
Where to apply
Submissions are accepted online and in both official languages.
The Impact of the NB Proud Awards
ONB recognizes high school graduates who demonstrate pride in New Brunswick and a commitment to the province’s future. These awards encourage students to pursue post-secondary studies at home, helping build the talent pipeline needed for New Brunswick’s workforce.
Applications are Open!
Are you graduating from a New Brunswick high school? Will you be attending a post-secondary institution in New Brunswick? Could you use an extra $2,000 to help with the cost of your studies? If you answered yes to all three of these questions, you should apply for the 2026 NB Proud Awards!
Apply Now2025 NB Proud Award Winners
The Award recipients are announced near high school graduation ceremonies in June*. Since its inception in 2016, the NB Proud Awards have honoured more than 70 NB students from every corner of the province. The 2025 NB Proud Award winners are:
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Caroline Gallant –
Southwest Region -
Jungbin Park –
Southeast Region -
Kami Dubé –
Northwest Region -
Olivier Michaud –
Northeast Region -
Ethan Moore –
Central Region
*Both the call for applications and the announcement of winners are communicated via our website, and on our social media channels.
