Scholarship Value $1,000

Number of Scholarships 5

Description Purpose and scope

This bursary supports Alberta students who are continuing post‑secondary education in agriculture or environmental sciences. It is intended for students enrolled at colleges or universities in Alberta and administered regionally by the Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen (AAAF). The award is designed to encourage study and careers that benefit rural municipalities and Alberta’s agricultural/environmental sectors.

Key takeaways:

• For Alberta residents studying agriculture or environmental sciences.
• Open to students at Alberta colleges and universities.
• Administered regionally by the AAAF to support rural-sector careers.

Eligibility Who qualifies

Applicants must be Alberta residents who have been accepted to, or are currently attending, an accredited post‑secondary institution in Alberta. Eligible study programs are those related to agricultural or environmental sciences. Applicants cannot have previously received this same bursary in another AAAF region.

Key takeaways:

• Must be an Alberta resident.
• Must be accepted to or enrolled in an Alberta post‑secondary institution.
• Program must be agricultural or environmental sciences related.
• Not eligible if already awarded the bursary in another Alberta region.

Priority considerations Factors that increase priority (not mandatory)

While not required, the selection committee gives priority to applicants who have not previously received this bursary, students entering their first year of post‑secondary study, and those who have worked for a rural municipality. Applicants who have rural municipal work experience should provide details of employer, county, years employed, and supervisor/Ag. Fieldman contact information.

Key takeaways:

• Priority: first‑time bursary recipients and incoming first‑year students.
• Priority: applicants with prior rural municipal work.
• Supply employment details (county, years, supervisor) if applicable.

Award value and regional allocation Amount and distribution

The bursary is $1,000 per award and is granted once per calendar year in each of the five provincial AAAF regions. That means up to five bursaries are awarded annually (one per region). Awards are intended to be regionally distributed to support local students pursuing relevant programs.

Key takeaways:

• $1,000 per bursary.
• One bursary awarded per AAAF region each calendar year.
• Up to five bursaries province‑wide annually.

Application timeline and how to apply Submission process and timing

Applications must be completed using the official bursary form (available for download online) and submitted annually to your local Agricultural Fieldman through your municipal office. The AAAF specifies that applications are due each year to the local Agricultural Fieldman; applicants should confirm exact deadlines with their municipality or local Ag. Fieldman. Typical application packages include the completed form plus supporting documents such as proof of residency and enrollment, transcripts, and employment details if applicable.

Key takeaways:

• Download the official application form online.
• Submit annually to your local Agricultural Fieldman via your municipality.
• Confirm exact submission deadlines with your municipality or local Ag. Fieldman.
• Include supporting documents (residency, enrollment/acceptance, transcripts, employment details if relevant).

Selection process and decision How winners are chosen

Each regional group of Agricultural Fieldmen reviews applications and reaches a consensus decision. Selection is based on scholastic standing, social and community activities, and the applicant’s chosen program of study. The AAAF states that the regional Agricultural Fieldmen’s decision is final.

Key takeaways:

• Regional Agricultural Fieldmen select recipients by consensus.
• Evaluation criteria: academics, community involvement, and program relevance.
• Decisions by the regional committee are final.

History of the award Background and administration

This bursary is administered by the Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen to promote post‑secondary education in agricultural and environmental fields across Alberta’s regions. Specific historical details (founding year, changes over time) are not provided here; for a detailed history or questions about program origins, contact the AAAF or your local Agricultural Fieldman.

Key takeaways:

• Administered by the Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen.
• Purpose: support education in agriculture and environmental sciences across Alberta regions.
• For historical details or origin information, contact the AAAF or local Ag. Fieldman.