Bette Joan Rac Piano Scholarship — $1,000 annually Application deadline: April 30 Overview Established by Alexander Archibold, the Bette Joan Rac Piano Scholarship honors the memory and musical legacy of a long-serving piano teacher from Edmonton, Alberta. The award recognizes her distinctive style, sparkling personality, and commitment to sharing the joy of music. Award details - One $1,000 scholarship is offered each year. - The award supports piano study. - The Alberta Registered Music Teachers’ Association (ARMTA) administers the scholarship. - The funds are held in trust by the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers Associations (CFMTA) Trust. Eligibility - This...

Description **Purpose & focus** The Hec Gervais Academic & Curling Scholarships support Alberta’s young curlers by combining athletic achievement with academic ambition and community leadership. The program recognizes individuals who demonstrate competitive curling ability alongside commitment to education and local clubs. Funding is intended to help recipients pursue post-secondary studies while continuing to contribute to the curling community. The foundation partners with Curling Alberta and relies on the curling community’s support to sustain the awards. Key takeaways: - Honors young Alberta curlers who balance sport, education, and community service. - Awards administered by the Hec Gervais Scholarship Foundation in partnership...

Overview This scholarship provides financial support for Calgary students pursuing a four-year degree at the University of Calgary. It is intended to assist graduates from City of Calgary high schools who demonstrate academic progress and financial need. Value and donor - Amount: $4,000 per year - Donor: Marguerite Patricia P. Bannister Scholarship Fund at The Calgary Foundation Where it applies - Available to students attending City of Calgary schools in either the Calgary Board of Education or the Calgary Catholic School District. Number and field of study - Up to seven (7) awards are available. - Field of study: unrestricted...

Overview This memorial scholarship, funded by the Kermet Archibald & Jacoba Van den Brink Memorial Scholarship Fund at The Calgary Foundation, supports graduating high school students from the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District who plan to enter post‑secondary studies in science, health, engineering, or designated trades and vocational programs. Key deadline - Application deadline: May 1 Award amounts and structure - University programs (4‑year pathway): Up to $25,000 total — $10,000 in the first year, with the option to renew at $5,000 per year for up to three consecutive additional years (total possible renewal years...

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...

Donor Skipping Stone Foundation Applicable Schools Students attending City of Calgary schools within the Calgary Board of Education or the Calgary Catholic School District. Award Details - Field of study: Open / Unrestricted - Number of awards: One Who may apply This award is available to Grade 12 students who are completing high school diploma requirements and who self-identify as members of transgender and gender diverse communities. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated a positive impact on transgender and gender diverse people — for example, through volunteer service, improving school climate, providing meaningful support to peers, or serving as a visible,...

Overview - Deadline: May 30 - Award amount: $2,000 - Donor: Eimer Scholarship Fund at the Calgary Foundation - Number of awards: Variable - Eligible school systems: Students attending City of Calgary schools within the Calgary Board of Education or the Calgary Catholic School Division Who this is for This award supports Grade 12 students who are completing their high school diploma and who plan to begin their first year in a practical health-care program that involves direct patient care. Programs may be certificate, diploma, or degree level, but professional medical degrees leading to an M.D. are not eligible. Eligible...

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...

Donor - Big Brothers Big Sisters together with additional contributors Where Tenable - Available to students attending City of Calgary schools within the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District only Field of Study - Open to any program (no field restrictions) Number of Awards - One Overview / Eligibility - The award is open to students who are in Grade 12 and completing the requirements for a high school diploma. Applicants must have grades that qualify them for admission to a post-secondary program. Candidates must submit an original essay of about 500 words describing their past...

Donor The Calgary Flames Foundation, on behalf of Jennifer and Steve Major — funded from proceeds of the Calgary Flames Ambassadors’ Charity Poker Tournament. Where tenable Restricted to students in City of Calgary schools within the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District. Field of study Open / unrestricted. Number of awards Four. Eligibility Applicants must be current grade 12 students completing the requirements for a high school diploma. Candidates should demonstrate leadership through volunteer work in their school and/or community and meet the academic requirements for admission to their chosen post-secondary program. Each applicant must submit:...