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Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family. - Kofi Annan
September 2026
Dear Valued Customers and Website Visitors,
It is with mixed emotions that I announce the closing of MycampusGPS after 10 wonderful years of serving Canadian high school students, parents, and School Counsellors. I am retiring from the business so I can explore and enjoy other parts of life. I want to take this opportunity to express my deepest gratitude for your loyalty, support, and trust over the years.
Starting this business was a dream come true for me. My mission was to bring clarity and reduce anxiety around the post-secondary scholarship process so that students could take advantage of scholarship opportunities and follow their own dreams. Over the years, and in partnership with you, I have helped Canadian students win hundreds of thousands of dollars in awards. What an incredible feeling it was for me to share your success! Your patronage has meant the world to me, and some of the memories we’ve created together will always hold a special place in my heart.
Although my (virtual) meeting door has closed, I am still selling my popular “How to Find and Win Scholarships in Canada” guidebook at a reduced price (almost 200 copies sold!). I hope you find it helpful.
While this chapter is ending, please feel free to contact me at Janet[at]MycampusGPS.ca if you have any questions or simply want to say hello/goodbye.
It has been an honor serving you. I wish you all the best and hope our paths cross again in the future.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Janet MacDonald
MycampusGPS Education Consulting
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Meet Scholarship Coach Janet MacDonald
Janet MacDonald has over 10 years of experience with university admissions and scholarship coaching. Janet was an Assistant Registrar of Admissions at Dalhousie University and an Admissions Officer at The University of British Columbia. For six years she was the Program Coordinator for a national science and engineering research scholarship program.
Contact Janet: Janet [at] mycampusGPS.ca
Enlightening and current
"As a former teacher and the parent of a Grade 11 student, I found the information provided by mycampusGPS consulting (Janet MacDonald) enlightening and current. Janet articulated how to successfully navigate the complex admission and scholarships processes, and used real-world examples to illustrate. I now feel much better equipped to help my child when the time comes."
- Tim, father of Grade 11 student
Invaluable help
"We had no previous experience with the scholarship application process, and found Janet's help in navigating the applications to be invaluable."
- Lynn, parent of Grade 12 student
Expert in her field
"Janet recommended scholarships for my daughter and critiqued her essays. Janet answered all of my daughter's questions about scholarships and had great insight on ways to strengthen her essays and respond to application questions. I found Janet to be an expert in her field and I highly recommend her to any student preparing for university."
- Meg, parent of Grade 12 student