Q: Are there any scholarships that are purely based on academics?
A: Of course! Many universities offer entrance scholarships purely based on your high school transcript/academic performance. Please note that not all scholarships are based on academics, there are many different scholarships available for various achievements.
Some Universities that offer entrance scholarships purely based on academic achievements are Simon Fraser University, the University of Victoria, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and many more. Some of these entrance scholarships require applications, whilst others do not. Take a look at the links below to find scholarships for various universities and their requirements!
To take a look into academic, athletic, or other scholarships: http://www.bcscholarships.ca
SFU Automatic Entrance Scholarships: https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/canadianhs/es-noapp.html
SFU Major Entrance Scholarships: https://www.sfu.ca/students/financialaid/entrance/canadianhs/es-appreq.html
UVIC Entrance Scholarships:
KPU Entrance Scholarships:
Be sure to take a look at these as some deadlines are coming up!
Have fun applying!