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Established by the Aufricht Family to support students entering the University of Calgary or Southern Alberta Institute of Technology.

Click here to learn more about the Aufricht Family Fund Student Award.

One or more awards valued at $4,000-$5,000 applied directly to tuition. Renewable for three years of consecutive study as long as student achieves good academic standing (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 2.0) and maintains a full-time course load (as defined by the post-secondary institution). Students planning a gap year may apply.

Applicant must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be graduating this year from a Calgary High School or Charter School.
• Be entering first year at the University of Calgary or SAIT, pursuing an undergraduate degree or diploma full-time.
• Be in need of financial support (students must not be recipients of an award/bursary of equal or greater value from EducationMatters or the Calgary Foundation).
• Demonstrate high academic standing (cumulative Grade 12 average greater than or equal to 80%)
• Demonstrate leadership and community involvement.
• Provide one letter of reference.

Established in 2018 by family and friends in memory of Frances (Frankie) Bates. This award celebrates those who volunteer to help others and recognizes the importance of the role that lifeguards play in the community.

Click here to learn more about Frankie Bates, Bob Wardle, and the Bates Wardle Award for Lifeguards.

Two awards valued at $750 each, ideally one award for Innisfail students and one award for Cochrane students. Awards provided to recipients through their school.

Applicant must:

• Be aged 12 and upwards to Grade 12, pursuing certification or advancing training as a lifeguard.
• Be a well-rounded student who contributes to the community through volunteering.
• Be attending one of the following schools: Bow Valley High School, Cochrane High School, St. Timothy Jr./Sr. High School, Innisfail Middle School, Innisfail High School, St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School, or École Secondaire Notre Dame High School (residency within the Innisfail catchment school boundary).
• Provide one letter of reference (optional).

Established to help a Grade 12 student graduating from a Fairview, Alberta area high school attend a recognized Canadian university.

One scholarship of $1,000, applied directly to tuition.

Applicants must:

• Be graduating Grade 12 this year from a high school in the Fairview, Alberta area: Fairview High School, Fairview and Area Learning Store, St. Thomas Moore Catholic School, Hines Creek Composite School, or Worsley Central School.
• Be directly entering a four-year undergraduate degree at a recognized Canadian University in the upcoming year.
• Demonstrate high academic standing, community involvement, and future goals and aspirations beyond the north.

This bursary was established by the Canadian Progress Club Stampede City to honour the contributions of their longest serving member, Bill Gibson.

The bursary is $10,000, applied directly to tuition and renewable for three (3) years of consecutive study as long as the student achieves good academic standing and maintains a full-time course load (as defined by the institution).

The applicant must be:

• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident, residing in Calgary.
• A grade 12 student graduating from the Calgary Board of Education or Calgary Catholic School District.
• Accepted to an undergraduate degree program at a Calgary post-secondary institution.
• Entering first year of post-secondary directly from high school (no gap year).
• Able to demonstrate leadership in the Calgary community by volunteering through community organizations, athletics, and cultural activities.
• In need of financial support. (Students must not be recipients of an award/bursary of equal or greater value from EducationMatters or the Calgary Foundation).

New bursary available in even years.

The Bradley Hillmo Anderson Memorial Award was established in 2001 in memory of Bradley Hillmo Anderson.

Brad graduated from William Aberhart High School and was enthusiastic about his recent enrolment in Business at Mount Royal University (then Mount Royal College). He was a free spirit who pursued life with vigor, taking part in family events and participating in activities with his many friends. Resourceful and entrepreneurial, Brad’s creativity brought to life many business ideas, new opportunities, and exciting adventures. Brad was very much his own man who involved himself with social issues and enjoyed nothing more than engaging in serious discussions with friends on a myriad of subjects.

Sailing held a special place in the Anderson family’s lives; Brad enjoyed sailing on the Glenmore Reservoir with his dad and brother, serving as foredeck crew during race days with the Glenmore Sailing Club, and yachting during family summer vacations on Vancouver Island. In Brad’s memory, the Bradley Hillmo Anderson Memorial Award supports students in their post-secondary endeavors.

Click here to learn more about Bradley Hillmo Anderson.

One award valued at approximately $400, applied directly to tuition.

The applicant must be:

• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Registered in full-time study and have a minimum 2.75 GPA.
• Entering any year of study in their first degree or diploma program.
• Attending one of the following Calgary post-secondary institutions: Alberta University of the Arts, Bow Valley College, Mount Royal University, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, University of Calgary.
• Financial need may be considered.
• Preference given to applicants with sailing experience.

The Calgary Black Chambers Blakes Law Scholarship was established by the Calgary Black Chambers, in conjunction with Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP​. Calgary Black Chambers is a non-profit organization, consisting of individuals working to support diversity in and around Calgary, and to foster the growth of Black culture in Calgary. The Calgary Black Chambers serves as mentors and advocates, fostering the growth of great students and future professionals. Its four pillars are: Mentorship, Scholarship, Fellowship and Advocacy.

One award valued at $7,000, applied directly to tuition.

Applicants must:

• Be a Black Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be currently enrolled in any year of study in a Juris Doctor (JD) program.
• Be attending the University of Calgary or graduated from a Calgary high school and attending a Canadian post-secondary institution.
• Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and community involvement.
  Provide a brief summary (one-page) of their involvement and leadership in the community.
• Provide one reference letter from a community leader.

The Calgary Black Chambers Business Scholarships (supported by BMO, KPMG and TD) were established by the Calgary Black Chambers, a non-profit organization, consisting of individuals working to support diversity in and around Calgary, and to foster the growth of Black culture in Calgary. The Calgary Black Chambers serves as mentors and advocates, fostering the growth of great students and future professionals. Its four pillars are: Mentorship, Scholarship, Fellowship and Advocacy.

One Calgary Black Chambers Business Scholarships application is submitted for consideration for the following scholarships:

BMO Community Leadership Scholarship – One award of $5,000, applied directly to tuition. Emphasis on involvement in community leadership.
KPMG Academic Excellence Scholarship – One award of $5,000, applied directly to tuition. Emphasis on outstanding academic achievement (GPA greater than or equal to 3.7 or 80%).
TD Business Leadership Scholarship – One award of $7,000, applied directly to tuition. Emphasis on involvement in business leadership.

Applicants must:

• Be a Black Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be attending a Calgary post-secondary institution or have graduated from a Calgary high school and attending a Canadian post-secondary institution.
• Be entering second year or beyond of an undergraduate Commerce or Business Administration degree or diploma program.
• Demonstrate good academic standing (GPA greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%).
• Demonstrate community and business involvement.
• Provide one letter of reference.

The Calgary Black Chambers Legacy Scholarships were established by the Calgary Black Chambers, a non-profit organization, consisting of individuals working to support diversity in and around Calgary, and to foster the growth of Black culture in Calgary. The Calgary Black Chambers serves as mentors and advocates, fostering the growth of great students and future professionals. Its four pillars are: Mentorship, Scholarship, Fellowship and Advocacy.

One Calgary Black Chambers Legacy Scholarships application is submitted for consideration for the following scholarships:

• Calgary Black Chambers Anderson Ruffin Abbott Academic Achievement Scholarship
  • emphasis on outstanding academic achievement (GPA greater than or equal to 3.7 or 80%)
• Calgary Black Chambers John Ware Fellowship Scholarship
  • emphasis on community leadership
• Calgary Black Chambers Olivier Le Jeune Advocacy Scholarship
  • emphasis on advocacy and social justice
• Calgary Black Chambers Viola Desmond Mentorship Scholarship
  • emphasis on mentorship
• Calgary Black Chambers Violet King Legacy Scholarship
  • emphasis on personal development

Two awards available for each scholarship listed above, valued at $2,500 each, applied directly to tuition. Of the two awards available for each scholarship, one award is for a Grade 12 student graduating this year and entering the first year of their undergraduate degree or diploma program, and one award is for a student entering second year or beyond of their undergraduate degree or diploma program.

Applicants must:

• Be a Black Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree or diploma program.
• Be attending a Calgary post-secondary institution or have graduated from a Calgary high school and attending a Canadian post-secondary institution.
• Demonstrate good academic standing (GPA greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%).
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Demonstrate school and/or community involvement.
• Provide one reference letter.

The Kerry Dyte Educational Scholarship was established in 2005 by Kerry Dyte to allow one student to attend a post-secondary educational institution who otherwise might not be able to due to financial restrictions.

One scholarship valued at $4,000 minimum, applied directly to tuition. Scholarship awarded to the student who best meets the eligibility requirements and evaluation criteria.

Applicants must have:

• Graduated Grade 12 from a Calgary Catholic High School during the year the application is made.
• Demonstrated outstanding citizenship and leadership.
• Demonstrated financial need.

This bursary provides financial support to First Nations, Métis and Inuit students who plan to pursue graduate post-secondary education.

Two bursaries valued at $3,000 each, applied directly to tuition.

Applicant must:

• Be a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be attending any year of study at an Alberta post-secondary institution pursuing a graduate degree, including medicine and law.
• Write a short essay sharing their connection to First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit culture and community, describing their educational journey, through community or schooling, and future plans and aspirations. How will financial support help them achieve their goals?
• Provide one letter of reference.

The CEEA Energy Industry Award was established by the Canadian Energy Executive Association (CEEA), a not-for-profit organization operating in the Canadian energy industry. Through business and social events, and national engagement programs, CEEA works to bring together leaders, Indigenous stakeholders, policymakers, and academia to discuss important topics affecting the Canadian energy industry and its future. This award was established to enable and encourage some of the brightest students to choose a career in the energy industry.

One award available, valued at $10,000, applied directly to tuition. Renewable for up to two consecutive years of undergraduate study as long as recipient maintains award eligibility (up to three years of support total).

Applicants must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be entering second year or beyond in a full-time petroleum-focused undergraduate degree or diploma program at a Canadian post-secondary institution. (E.g., Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Geology, Geophysics, etc.). Preference given to students entering their second year of study.
• Demonstrate school and/or community involvement and leadership, and high academic standing (GPA greater than or equal to 3.7 or 80%).

The CEEA Indigenous Award was established by the Canadian Energy Executive Association (CEEA), a not-for-profit organization operating in the Canadian energy industry. Through business and social events, and national engagement programs, CEEA works to bring together leaders, Indigenous stakeholders, policymakers, and academia to discuss important topics affecting the Canadian energy industry and its future. This award was established to enable and encourage First Nations, Métis and Inuit students to choose a career in the energy industry.

One award available, valued at $10,000, applied directly to tuition. Renewable for up to three consecutive years of undergraduate study as long as recipient maintains award eligibility (up to four years of support total).

Applicants must:

• Be a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student.
• Be entering first year of a full-time petroleum-focused undergraduate degree or diploma program at a Canadian post-secondary institution. (E.g., Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Geology, Geophysics, etc.).
• Demonstrate school and/or community involvement and leadership, and good academic standing (GPA greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%).
• Demonstrate financial need.

The Clay Riddell Community Hero Scholarship was created in 2019 to honour youth who exemplify all of the traits that Mr. Riddell lived by – leadership, integrity and generosity. The award will be given annually to up to two deserving youth heroes that are connected with a participating Shaw Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink charity. Recipients will be invited to attend and be publicly recognized at this year’s Shaw Charity Classic.

Up to two $7,500 post-secondary scholarships available, applied directly to tuition.

Applicant must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be connected with a participating 2023 Shaw Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink charity.
• Demonstrate community involvement, exemplifying each of the traits of leadership, integrity and generosity.
• Be currently enrolled in Grade 11 or graduating Grade 12 this year, and entering first year of full-time studies at a Canadian post-secondary institution within three years of receiving the scholarship.
• Provide a reference letter from a representative of a participating 2023 Shaw Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink charity.
• Be in good academic standing for acceptance to technical school, college or university.

Established in memory of Douglas Parnham, founder of the Calgary Boys’ Choir to celebrate its 45th Anniversary.

To learn more about Douglas Parnham and Calgary Boys’ Choir history, click here.

One award valued at $1,000, applied directly to tuition.

Applicant must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be studying music, specializing in Choral Music and Music Education.
• Be enrolled in third year of study or beyond of an undergraduate degree or studying at the Graduate level.
• Be attending University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge, Ambrose University, MacEwan University, Concordia University of Edmonton or The King’s University.
• Demonstrate a choral background, passion for teaching, music education for youth and leadership in choral conducting.
• Provide one letter of reference.

The Dr. Scott Rairdan Memorial Agriculture Award was established to recognize aptitude and encourage learning in the area of Agriculture and Large Animal Veterinary Medicine.

Dr. Scott Rairdan graduated from William E. Hay Composite High School in 1973 with honours. He starred on the football team, served on the student’s union executive, participated in intramural sports, curling and ski clubs. Scott was outgoing, positive, and clearly an achiever who was well respected by his peers. After completing two years of pre-veterinary medicine at the University of Alberta, Scott was accepted into the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan and subsequently graduated in 1979. After building a successful veterinary practice, Dr. Rairdan went on to co-found Davis-Rairdan Embryo Transplants Ltd., an industry leader in bovine embryo transfers. Scott’s sudden passing at the young age of 40 years spawned the creation of the Scott Rairdan Foundation Fund at Calgary Foundation. Awards such as this one bestowed upon deserving young people serve to honour Scott’s memory and celebrate his zest for life!

Click here to learn more about Dr. Scott Rairdan.

One or more awards valued at $1,500 minimum, applied directly to tuition.

Applicants must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Be in any year of study pursuing an undergraduate or graduate diploma or degree at a Canadian post-secondary institution.
• Be studying in the field of agriculture with emphasis on Animal Science, Agribusiness or Veterinary Medicine.
• Demonstrate aptitude and experience in agriculture with an emphasis on Animal Science or Large Animal Veterinary Medicine.
• Demonstrate leadership and active participation in extra-curricular activities.

As an outspoken voice for the advancement and equality of women, Dr. Maria Eriksen was a social advocate involved with various initiatives since the women’s movement began in the 1970s. Her most recent project was tackling a huge issue facing Alberta’s immigrants—obtaining the Canadian accreditation or training they require in order to become fully employed in their field.

Dr. Eriksen was the founding chair of the Immigrant Access Fund Society of Alberta (now Windmill Microlending), a nonprofit organization that offers micro loans to internationally trained and educated immigrants to help overcome the financial barriers they face in becoming able to work in their field in Alberta.

The Maria Eriksen Memorial Bursary supports professional development or technical training at an accredited institution to assist an individual’s successful transition to life in Canada.

Click here to learn more about the Maria Eriksen Bursary.

Five bursaries at $2,000 each, applied directly to tuition.

Applicants must:

• Be an immigrant woman (Canadian citizen or permanent resident) residing in Alberta.
• Be attending school in order to return to her pre-immigration field of work.
• Be in financial need and enrolled in an accredited educational institution for the upcoming Fall.

Please note: only applicants who worked in their home country pre-immigration and are returning to this field of work are eligible to apply for this bursary. Applicants must have been employed in a specific field of work (beyond a high school diploma or equivalency).

Established by members of the Thorner/Johnston/DiMarzo Family, this bursary provides financial support to First Nations, Métis and Inuit students who plan to pursue post-secondary education.

Six bursaries valued at $3,000 each, applied directly to tuition. Four bursaries provided by the Thorner/Johnston/DiMarzo Family Fund at Calgary Foundation and two bursaries provided by Calgary Foundation.

Applicant must:

• Be a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student.
• Be able to demonstrate financial need. 
• Be enrolled in final year of study of an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate program at an Alberta post-secondary institution in the upcoming fall.
• Write a short essay sharing their connection to First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit culture and community, describing their future plans and aspirations and how financial support will help them achieve their goals.
• Provide one letter of reference.

The Fogolâr Furlan di Calgary is one of sixteen similar associations in Canada whose founding members originate from the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Italy. One of the mandates of our association is the preservation of our language and, as such, we are pleased to offer this scholarship to students of Italian in Canada. Our founding members emigrated from their homeland because they sought opportunity and advancement in a new country. They worked hard for the interests of their families and the pursuit of a post-secondary education was something sought for their children. Therefore, it is only fitting that we would establish a scholarship that would promote education and financially assist students studying Italian.

One award at approximately $5000, applied directly to tuition.

Applicant must:

• Be an Alberta resident (either a permanent resident or a permanent resident studying full-time at a post-secondary outside the province).
• Be pursuing a graduate degree (Masters or Doctoral) in an Italian Studies program in any year of study.
• Be committed to Italian culture.
• Demonstrate high academic standing.
• Provide one letter of reference.

The Fogolâr Furlan di Calgary is one of sixteen similar associations in Canada whose founding members originate from the region of Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Italy. One of the mandates of our association is the preservation of our language and, as such, we are pleased to offer this scholarship to students of Italian in Canada. Our founding members emigrated from their homeland because they sought opportunity and advancement in a new country. They worked hard for the interests of their families and the pursuit of a post-secondary education was something sought for their children. Therefore, it is only fitting that we would establish a scholarship that would promote education and financially assist students studying Italian.

One award at approximately $1,500, applied directly to tuition.

Applicant must:

• Be an Alberta resident (either a permanent resident or a permanent resident studying full-time at a post-secondary outside the province).
• Be pursuing a major in Italian Studies.
• Be entering fourth year of undergraduate studies.
• Be committed to Italian culture.
• Have achieved a GPA 3.0 or higher in previous year’s studies.