EPO Student Scholarship

Applications are now open for the 2026–27 Season

Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026

The Etobicoke Philharmonic Orchestra (EPO) is delighted to offer up to 5 scholarships each season to talented young instrumentalists enrolled in secondary school or college/university. Each scholarship is valued at up to $1,600 and includes community orchestral experience.

Successful candidates are expected to attend all rehearsals and concerts. Auditions are held annually.

Scholarship Details

• Number: Up to 5 instrumentalists

• Season: 2026–27

• Value: Up to $1,600 per recipient

• Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026

• Audition Date: Late August/Early September

• Location: Humber Valley United Church, 76 Angelsey Blvd. Etobicoke

How to Apply

Please complete the EPO Student Scholarship Application Form 2026 - Link To Form

Student Scholarship Sponsors

Scholarship Winners

2025/2026 Season

• Fabio Kutnowski, Bass
• Gwynne Daynard, Violin
• Nieva Cunningham, Cello
• Vishwa Theivendirarajah, Violin

2024/2025 Season

• Kevin Hayward Jr., Trumpet
• Rianna Zhu, Horn
• Vishwa Theivendirarajah, Violin

2023/2024 Season

• Aria Nedell, Violin
• Rachael McKay, Trumpet

2022/2023 Season

• Rachael McKay, Trumpet
• Sofia Rodrigues, Violin