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The NSS Foundation has a vision – of Northern grads reaching back to Northern to mentor, recognize student talent and drive an inspiring transmission of ideas and experiences.
In 2021, we connected Northern art students with successful alumni in the art and design world. Alum took the time to inspire students, share professional insights and deepen student understanding of pathways to success. Armed with rave reviews from students and teachers, we promise more of this in more subject areas in the year ahead !
The Foundation’s Instagram feed is full of alumni spotlights, inspiring students and NSS nostalgia sure to give you the warm-and-fuzzies. A recent highlight for us: a number of alumni came together in 2022 to honour much-loved drama teacher Debbie Barton-Moore with a scholarship in her name – $1500 will now go, each year, to an NSS grad who has had a lasting impact on the drama dep't and who will continue in the Dramatic Arts.
Get the newest NSS Stories, including our Northern Notables interviews, delivered straight to your inbox. The Foundation is your NSS Alumni association. Our newsletter also keeps valued donors up to date on all the Scholarships & Grants we oversee that are given to Northern students each year. Stay close, friends. Much is afoot.
Overseeing Foundation scholarships and awarding Foundation grants to NSS students is the core of our work. We were especially proud to be at the 2022 graduating class' commencement (at Convocation Hall) to give out scholarships in front of a full house. Discover all 47 scholarships and awards
Thanks to every student who applied for an NSSF Scholarship. This year we received over 100 applications! Discover all 47 scholarships and awards
Grant applications are coming in from a range of bright NSS students. We're thrilled, and we'll announce your grants winners soon. Here's to a vibrant Northern community!
to commemorate the life of
Maya Zibaie
Maya Zibaie was a student at Northern Secondary School from 2018-20. She was a passenger on Ukraine International Airline Flight PS752 on route from Tehran to Kiev that was shot down by an Iranian missile after take-off in January 2020. The Maya Zibaie Memorial Scholarship was established by her father and the Northern Secondary community to honour her memory. We invite you to learn more about the scholarship + donate:
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To highlight the positive impact Northern grads are having in the world, the Foundation presents NSS Stories. So many of us are carving interesting paths.
Where Were You in ’72? – Remembering the Epic ‘Summit Series’ against the USSR
Joe Pascucci NSS'76 pens a play-by-play memoir of the nation's coast-to-coast excitement for the epic 1972 'Summit Series'...
Daniel Adeboboye – He’s Fast and The Argos Agree
Daniel Adeboboye, running back for the Red Knights for the 2014, 2015 and 2016 seasons, has been drafted by The Argos where he will play along side veteran Andrew Harris...
Northern’s Locker Murals Are a Visual Extravaganza
If you haven’t been inside Northern since the late 90s, you probably haven’t seen the school’s incredible locker murals. There are legends about how it all got started....
Victoria Montgomery Brown – Digital Goddess
In her new book, Digital Goddess: The Unfiltered Lessons of a Female Entrepreneur, Brown NSS'93 talks authenticity, mindset, and how Northern set her up for success....
Jacob ‘Ba’ Blackstock – The Creator of Bitmojis
Interview with Jacob 'Ba' Blackstock, the creator of Bitmojis, about chasing your dreams, staying connected with old friends, and how Northern gave him a launchpad...
Louis Hobson – Foregoing Pro Football for a Different Career
The former NSS football player NSS'99 and defensive lineman for Stanford Cardinal was drafted by the CFL, but opted instead for success in the insurance sector...

Here Are last year's
nssf grant recipients:

The Northern Bike Club is working towards set-up of a fully equipped bike repair and safe bike storage room at NSS.

The Model UN Club will be using funds to attend 2 Model UN conferences.

The Northern Music Council will be using funds to bring in a series of professional musicians to enhance musical education.
Do You Have Non-profit Board Experience?
THE NSS FOUNDATION IS LOOKING FOR DIRECTORS FOR A TWO-YEAR TERM
To find out more, email info@nssf.ca

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Create A Scholarship
Creating a scholarship is an amazing way to support and recognize Northern Students. Scholarships are typically given an achievement criteria that focuses on a subject area or dedication to community leadership. Here is our Scholarships page where you can see existing scholarships.
To apply, please fill out the New Scholarship Form below and mail it to the address enclosed. A member of the Scholarship Committee will be in touch with you shortly.