Introduction The Bill Gibson Bursary was created by the Stampede City Progress Club to recognize the long-standing service and impact of Bill Gibson. A member since 1973, Bill devoted more than fifty years to the club, which has a long record of supporting children’s charities in Calgary and surrounding communities through financial assistance and volunteer efforts. Award details - Number of awards: One. - Value: $7,500, paid directly toward tuition. - Renewal: The bursary may be renewed for up to three additional consecutive years provided the recipient remains in good academic standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 or 70%) and...

Description **Scope:** The Fraser W. Lockwood Memorial Scholarship is a tuition-focused award established to support new Canadian post-secondary students who have a connection to Calgary schools. The scholarship is intended for students beginning first-year undergraduate studies immediately after graduating from Grade 12. It is administered to help offset tuition costs and to recognize community involvement. Learn more and confirm current details on the scholarship’s official webpage. Key takeaways: - Award targets incoming first-year undergraduate students. - Funds are applied directly to tuition. - Information and application details are available online. Eligibility **Basic criteria:** Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent...

Description The Bradley Hillmo Anderson Memorial Award was created to honor the memory of Bradley Hillmo Anderson by supporting Calgary-area students pursuing post-secondary education. It recognizes students who demonstrate both financial need and community involvement, reflecting Brad’s entrepreneurial spirit and civic engagement. Awards are applied directly to tuition and are intended to help students during the early stages of their first undergraduate or diploma program. Key takeaways - **Purpose:** Financial support for post-secondary students in memory of Bradley Hillmo Anderson. - **Scope:** Awards applied directly to tuition at qualified Calgary institutions. - **Target:** Students starting or continuing their first undergraduate...

Description **Overview:** This award recognizes a graduating Grade 12 student who identifies as a member of the transgender and gender diverse communities and who has made a meaningful, positive contribution to those communities. Candidates are evaluated for community service, leadership, advocacy, school- or peer-level impact, or sustained allyship. The award is intended to both acknowledge personal contribution and support the recipient’s transition to post-secondary study or skilled trades training. Key takeaways: - For Grade 12 students completing high school diploma requirements. - Must identify as transgender or gender diverse. - Honors meaningful contributions to transgender and gender diverse communities. -...

Description **Purpose & scope** This scholarship supports high-school students who plan to enter frontline, patient-care training at Calgary post-secondary institutions. It is aimed at easing the transition from Grade 12 into practical health-care programs and encouraging careers that deliver direct patient care. The award is intended to remove financial barriers for eligible students beginning their first year of study. Key takeaways: - Supports Grade 12 students moving into patient-care training. - Focused on practical (hands-on) health-care education. - Designed to reduce financial barriers for first-year students. Eligibility **Who may apply** Applicants must be registered in Grade 12 and completing the...

Description This award supports graduating high school students with a connection to Big Brothers Big Sisters who are progressing to post-secondary study or an eligible trades/apprenticeship program. The application centers on a personal essay describing the applicant’s involvement with Big Brothers Big Sisters, the impact of that experience, and the applicant’s future plans. Selection focuses on the written submission (and an optional financial assistance statement), rather than academic transcripts alone. The award is administered by EducationMatters in partnership with community donors. - **Purpose:** Support Grade 12 students connected to Big Brothers Big Sisters entering post-secondary study or trades/apprenticeship. - **Core...

Description **Overview:** The William J. Cummer Scholarship is a post-secondary award administered by the Optimist Club of Calgary to support students finishing their first undergraduate credential. It is intended to recognize volunteerism, service to youth, leadership and financial need while helping recipients complete their final year of study. Awards are applied directly to tuition and are meant to reduce financial barriers as students transition to graduation or professional training. The scholarship is part of the Club’s wider effort to invest in local youth development. Key takeaways: - Supports students entering the final year of their first undergraduate certificate, degree or...

Description This award supports a graduating high school student who intends to pursue a career in teaching. It targets students who have demonstrated academic progress and a clear commitment to education. Applicants must submit an original personal essay describing their passion for education and reasons for wanting to become a teacher. The award is intended to encourage and enable post‑secondary study in the field of education. **Key takeaways** - For graduating high school students planning to study teaching. - Requires a personal essay about passion for education. - Designed to encourage entry into teacher-training programs. Eligibility The award is open...

Description **Purpose and focus** This award recognizes graduating high school students who demonstrate leadership through volunteer service. It rewards commitment to community and school volunteerism and supports post-secondary study or skilled trades training. The award emphasizes both demonstrated leadership and readiness for further education. Key takeaways: - Honors Grade 12 students for volunteer leadership. - Supports transition to post-secondary or trades programs. - Focus is on demonstrated community and school involvement. Eligibility **Who can apply** Applicants must be registered in Grade 12 and completing high school diploma requirements. Candidates should have leadership demonstrated through volunteer activities in their school and/or...

Description This award supports women residents of the City of Edmonton who are pursuing post‑secondary studies in energy, power, water, healthcare, business, IT, safety/emergency management, and related fields. It is intended for candidates who plan to build an ongoing career in those fields within Edmonton and who demonstrate potential for leadership. The selection emphasizes both academic/professional direction and community engagement. - Purpose: Financial support for women training for careers in essential municipal and technical fields. - Target audience: Women who live in the City of Edmonton and plan to work in Edmonton after their studies. - Outcome: Awards are intended...

Title: Award for Alberta Residents in Italian Studies Description This award supports Alberta residents who plan to study Italian culture and language at a Canadian post-secondary institution. The source material contains conflicting information about the intended study level (mentions both entering fourth year of undergraduate studies and graduate-level study), so applicants should verify the correct eligibility with the award administrator. The award emphasizes commitment to Italian culture and strong academic achievement rather than a narrow field of study beyond Italian Studies. Key takeaways - **Purpose:** Support Alberta residents pursuing Italian Studies in Canada. - **Scope ambiguity:** Source lists both 4th‑year...

Description **Purpose and focus** The Phyllis Weston English Scholarship supports students preparing to become high school English teachers who have roots in Calgary. It targets final‑year Education students specializing in English and is intended to reduce tuition costs as they complete teacher training. The award is administered through the partner universities and is presented as a single annual scholarship. This section explains who the scholarship is for and its general educational objective. Key takeaways - Supports final‑year Education students specializing in English. - Intended for aspiring high‑school English teachers with Calgary ties. - Delivered as a single annual scholarship to...