May

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2000

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award.

Criteria:

• Awarded annually to one (1) grade 12 Alberta high school student who is a member of the Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Colour (POC) community. Applicants must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: good character and leadership skills. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

• Applicants must:

  • submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining what their heritage means to them and how this award will help them achieve their post-secondary goals;

  • submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

  • submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character, as well as any obstacles or financial needs the person has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals.

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $1500  (2 awarded)

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

Criteria:

• Awarded to two (2) Alberta high school students. In addition to satisfactory academic standing, applicants must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: professionalism, integrity, ethics and leadership.

• Applicants must:

  • submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining what their heritage means to them and how this award will help them achieve their post-secondary goals;

  • submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

  • submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character, as well as any obstacles or financial needs the person has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals.

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2500  

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

• The Bentley Awards are funded by two distinguished Albertans who have dedicated much of their lives to serving non-profit entities and the accounting profession.

Criteria:

• One award is granted annually to one (1) student in Grade 12 at any Alberta high school. Preference will be given to applicants/nominees who will need to relocate within Alberta in order to attend a post-secondary institution. Selection is based on involvement in volunteer activities, satisfactory academic achievement, and an expressed interest in pursuing a professional accounting designation.

• Applicants/nominators must:

• submit one application letter on why applicant/nominee should be considered for the award, indicating financial need, and demonstrating express interest of applicant/nominee in pursuing a professional accounting designation;

• must have completed Grades 10 and 11 in Alberta and is completing/has completed Grade 12 in Alberta in the year of application;

• provide proof of enrollment of applicant/nominee at an Alberta high school;

• provide proof of acceptance into an Alberta post-secondary institution offering the courses required to enter a professional accounting designation program;

• submit transcripts to demonstrate satisfactory academic standing of applicant/nominee; and

• submit at least one nomination letter to demonstrate that the applicant/nominee has a record of involvement in volunteer activities.

*Preference will be given to applicants/nominees residing outside of Alberta’s major cities.

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2000

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

Criteria:

• Awarded annually to one (1) grade 12 Alberta high school student who identifies as a girl/woman including non-binary, transgender and two-spirited individuals. Applicants must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: good character and leadership skills. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

• Applicants must:

• submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining what being an “empowered young woman” means to them and how this award will help them achieve their post-secondary goals;

• submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

• submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character, as well as any obstacles or financial needs the person has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals. 

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships

Deadline for Application: May 1st

Applications open: April

Amount: $

Description:

Criteria:

• To be eligible a student must:

  • Be currently enrolled or expect to be enrolled in a degree program (2 years of length or greater) by September.

  • Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and submit an answer to the essay question prior to the submission deadline.

  • Be a US resident or a Canadian resident and must also attend a school in Canada or the US. 

• Submit an essay as outlined in the application form on safety procedures and injury prevention

Application Website: https://forklifttrainingcalgary.com/apply.php 

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2000 

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

Criteria:

• Awarded annually to one (1) grade 12 Alberta high school student who identifies as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Two-Spirit etc. (LGBTQ2S+). Applicants must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: good character and leadership skills. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

• Applicants must:

• submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining what identifying as a member of the LGBTQ2S+ community means to them and how this award will help them achieve their post-secondary goals;

• submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

• submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character, as well as any obstacles or financial needs the person has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals.

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships 

Deadline for Application: May 1

Applications open: 

Amount: $500

Description:

• Odenza Vacations is proud to offer scholarship opportunities to students each year. We realize the financial challenges students face while trying to attain a post-secondary education. At Odenza, we hope that our annual College Scholarship can help alleviate some of these financial difficulties.

Criteria:

• To be considered eligible for the Odenza Vacations College Scholarship you must:

  • Be between the ages of 17 and 24 on September 1st

  • Submit answer to the essay question, which can be found on the application page, prior to the May 1st, 2022 deadline.

  • Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

  • Be a resident of the United States or Canada

  • Application for this scholarship requires a max 1000 essay submission.

Application Website: https://odenzavacationsscholarships.com/vacations/208/eligibility_odenza_vacations_college_scholarship.php

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2000

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

Criteria:

• Awarded annually to one (1) grade 12 Alberta high school student who demonstrates leadership through their volunteer activity at school or in their community. Applicant must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: good character and leadership skills. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

• Applicants must:

• submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining a volunteer activity they currently participate in and how giving back to the community has contributed to their success;

• submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

• submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character as well as any obstacles or financial needs the person has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals. 

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships 

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2000

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

Criteria:

• Awarded annually to one (1) grade 12 Alberta high school student who is a current or aspiring entrepreneur. Applicants must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: good character and leadership skills. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

• Applicants must:

• submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining the qualities they believe are the most important in order to become a successful entrepreneur and how these qualities help create thriving businesses;

• submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

• submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character as well as any obstacles or financial needs the applicant has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals. 

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships 

Deadline: May 2nd

Amount: $500

Description:

Criteria:

• To be eligible a student must:

  • be attending a college or university  in the US or Canada on a full time basis no later than October 2022

  • have achieved a GPA of 2.5 or greater during their last academic year

  • be a U.S. or Canadian citizen

  • submit a 1000 word essay & a 250 word submission based on the questions outlined in the application form

Application Website: https://arcticchiropracticfairbanks.com/chiropractor_fairbanks.php 

Deadline: May 3rd

Amount: $5000

Description:

Criteria:

• To be eligible a student must:

  • Resident of Canada

  • Located in a community near TC Energy's operations or projects

Application Website: https://scholartree.ca/scholarship/dream-scholarship/NXVVRzKiMD

Deadline for Application: May 

Applications open: April

Amount: $6000 (25 bursaries awarded)

Description:

• In honour of notable members of the Canadian Scholarship Trust family, the CST Foundation provides bursaries to students of all ages who are entering post-secondary education for the first time and whose financial needs may make it difficult for them to access post-secondary education. 

• Please note that the bursaries are intended for students who demonstrate financial need, and whose financial need may make it difficult for them to access post-secondary education. The funds can be used to cover the cost of tuition as well as school-related expenses such as books and supplies or living expenses. When making the selection, preference will be given to students who are the first in their family to pursue post-secondary education.

Criteria:

• To be eligible, you must:

  1. be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Canada

  2. demonstrate financial need

  3. have completed high school level education (or equivalent)

  4. be accepted to a PSE program at an eligible institution in Canada (Eligible PSE institutions include apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma; college, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma; university certificate or diploma below bachelor level; or a university degree.)

Application Website: https://education.myblueprint.ca/cstf/ 

Deadline for Application: May 15th 

Amount: lots

Description: NNEC.is a First Nations, band-empowered, non-profit educational organization delivering secondary and post-secondary values-based education to advance First Nations’ self government, self determination and economic self sufficiency in the Sioux Lookout District.  

Criteria:

• Shows financial need

• Applicant will fill out complete application form

Application Website: Northern Nishnawbe Education Council | Post Secondary Student Support Services (nnec.on.ca) 

Deadline for Application: May 25 ~ Grade 12 students who wish to be considered to be nominated for the Premier’s Citizenship Award in Alberta are encouraged to submit an application to the Career Counselor (kim.mercierbuchta@nlsd.ab.ca), no later than final Friday in May.. 

*Once the applications are received, Administration and Guidance will put forward one nominee on behalf of Bonnyville Centralized High School for this Award by the deadline.

Applications open:  

Amount: 

• The award for each of the three Alberta Citizenship Awards varies, as follows:

  • Premier Citizenship Award: Letter of Commendation

  • Queen's Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medal Award: 8 awards of $5,000 and medal

  • Alberta Centennial Award: 25 awards of $2,005

Description:

• The Premier’s Citizenship Award is one of 3 Alberta Citizenship Awards that recognize students who have contributed to their communities through public service and voluntary endeavour.

• The Government of Alberta annually presents one award to a student enrolled in each high school in Alberta. Each recipient receives a letter of commendation from the Premier.

• Alberta high schools can each select one recipient for the Premier's Citizenship Award.  Grade 12 students wishing to be considered must submit the required application info prior to the May 27th deadline to Mrs. Buchta.

Criteria:

• Your application must include the following:

• A letter from you, the applicant, outlining how you feel you meet the criteria for the award (details at Premier’s Citizenship Award )

• Two letters of reference (no longer than one page each)

  • A reference from someone who has known you for at least one year either through school or community or volunteer activities, and

  • A reference from someone who knows you well enough to support and/or elaborate on your activities and initiatives as outlined in the criteria for the award.

• The nominee should display outstanding characteristics in:

  • citizenship

  • leadership

  • community service and/or engagement in volunteer work

  • The nominee should have also demonstrated initiative and have had a positive impact in the community/school.

  • Note: Academic achievement is not a requirement for these awards.

Application Website: Student's "apply" to the school and one student will be selected as the BCHS nominee.  More info on criteria can be found at the links above.

Deadline for Application: May 30th

Applications open: 

Amount: $1000

Description:

• The Charles Labatiuk Scholarship Award was established through the legacy gift of Charles Labatiuk and the Charles Labatiuk Nature Endowment Fund. Charles Labatiuk was an avid nature conservationist, mountaineer, and world traveler who enjoyed and excelled as a photographer, writer, gardener, and pianist. These awards were introduced to honour his life and his passion for nature.  

Criteria:

• Any student entering or continuing their studies at an accredited college or university in Canada in the interdisciplinary study of natural environmental systems may apply. Students enrolled in studies focusing on ecosystems, how they operate, and their symbiotic relationship with people are encouraged to apply. 

• Applicants will be required to submit a maximum 1000 word essay reflecting on why nature conservation is important to you and the world, how you want to contribute to conservation, and how your studies will help you achieve your goals.   Criteria for scoring the essay is available on the link below.

Application Website: https://naturecanada.ca/about/our-people/awards-scholarships/charles-labatiuk-scholarship/? 

Deadline for Application: May 31st

Applications open: December

Amount: $500

Description:

• Individuals resident in the Maritime Provinces, Alberta and British Columbia may apply for any of the scholarship awards offered.

• RRCF scholarships can be held in conjunction with other scholarships provided that the total of the RRCF scholarship and all other scholarships does not exceed $6,000.

• In considering the submission of an RRCF Application, note that RRCF focuses its scholarships on wellness enabling (for example nursing, physiotherapy, dietician, pharmacy, elder care); business (e.g. accounting, economics, statistics and finance); and trade skills training (e.g. electrician, hair dressing).

Criteria:

• Applicants must complete the RRCF Scholarship Application Form.

• Applicants must provide:

  • A statement that demonstrates:

• your academic achievement, interests and community participation, innovation and commitment;

• an outline of goals and how the education to be pursued will support achieving these goals, especially as these relate to lifting you beyond your current circumstances;

• any other factors you consider make you uniquely qualified to be an awardee.

• An assessment of your financial need including a reliable estimate of costs and expected available sources of support.

• A certified copy of your present academic record.

• Confirmation of acceptance at the institute where you plan to study.

• Two references.

Application Website: https://www.rudderreidfoundation.com/copy-of-review-selelction-process-1

Deadline for Application: May 31st

Applications open: March 31st

Amount: unknown at this time

Description:

• Assists youth with Disabilities in undertaking or continuing post secondary at an accredited institution in BC or Alberta.

Criteria:

• Applicants must complete the online application portion

• Applicants must provide an eassay with personal goals, detailed budget and contact information with references

• Applicants must provide letter of disability certification from a physician, physiotherapist or occupational therapist

Application Website:  https://islandkidsfirst.com/bursaries-scholarships/

Deadline for Application: May 31st

Applications open: 

Amount: $10,000 (one awarded, additional $5000 bursaries may be awarded)

Description:

• MADD Canada’s Bursary Program is open to Canadian citizens who have themselves been severely injured or who have had a parent (or legal guardian) or sibling killed or severely injured as a result of an impaired driving crash and who are enrolled in a full-time, ministry-approved, post-secondary educational program for the upcoming academic year. Injuries must be catastrophic or severe and have had a significant impact on the applicants’ lives. Proof of injury and relation to impaired driving will be required. Successful applicants may not reapply in subsequent years. 

• The Louise Joanne Twerdy Leadership Bursary in the amount of $10,000 will be awarded to one student each year who aspires to have the same leadership, dedication and compassion that Louise Twerdy exhibited throughout her lifetime 

Criteria:

Application Website: https://madd.ca/pages/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/MADD-Canada-Bursary-Application-2021.pdf 

Deadline:  May 1st

Amount: $2000  

Description:

• The CPA Education Foundation wants you to succeed. Let us support you as you take your next steps towards your future career. Whether your goals revolve around leadership, volunteerism, or academic excellence, we have the scholarships to help develop your talents and take you to new heights. You are invited to apply on more than one award (see the multiple awards listed on this site).

Criteria:

• Awarded annually to one (1) grade 12 Alberta high school student who resides in a community with a population of fewer than 50,000. Applicants must also demonstrate the following qualities in their applications: good character and leadership skills. Preference will be given to applicants who express an interest in pursuing the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA).

• Applicants must:

• submit a letter or video (2 to 3 minutes maximum) outlining what growing up in a rural community means to them and how this award will help them achieve their post-secondary goals;

• submit proof of address (to confirm applicant does not reside in an Urban Centre);

• submit a copy of their post-secondary acceptance letter from an Alberta post-secondary institute and;

• submit one (1) letter of support from a teacher or community leader that describes how the applicant demonstrates good character, as well as any obstacles or financial needs the person has had to overcome to pursue their educational goals. 

Application Website:  https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships