Provincial Scholarships

Provincial Scholarships

Students are responsible for verifying scholarship deadline dates.

Alberta Student Aid Scholarships: https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/?c=academic   

4-H ALBERTA SCHOLARSHIPS - up to $2,750

You must be a past or present member. Over 100 awards may be applied for by using one application form. Applicants may be attending either College or University, not necessarily in an Agriculture program.

Applications available on-line from March - May. Deadline for application is May 1 at noon.  For more information please go to https://www.4hab.com/scholarships/.   Application at: https://registration.4hab.com/Login.aspx

ADVANCING FUTURES BURSARY PROGRAM – school expenses and fixed monthly living allowance.

Assists youth who have been or continue to be in the care or custody of Alberta Children’s Services to achieve their educational goals by offering opportunities and resources through education. Must be between 18 and 24 years of age to apply.  Application and information available on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/advancing-futures

Deadlines available are:

• Apply by June 1 to begin studies anytime during the upcoming academic year (September to August)
• Apply by October 1 to begin studies anytime between January and August of the following year.
• Apply by February 1 to begin studies anytime between May and August of the same year.

ALBERTA CENTRAL FUTURE LEADER SCHOLARSHIPS - $5000 (5)

Scholarships open to children of Alberta credit union employees or credit union board members. Students can be completing a post-secondary degree, diploma, certificate, or trade program) anywhere in the world. Applicants must answer four short essay question, attach reference letter from a community member, and proof of post-secondary acceptance. Online application available from June 30 to July 21. 

ALBERTA GOLF ASSOCIATION FOUNDATION - over 50 awards of from $250 to $5,000

Scholarship applications will be judged on the following criteria if applicable:
• Academic performance in the previous school year
• Financial need
• Participation in volunteer or community activities
• Relevant work experience

Please see https://www.albertagolffoundation.org/ for further details.  Deadline July 15. Applications open May 1.

ALBERTA JUNIOR ATHLETIC AWARD - $2,000

Applicants must be an Alberta resident, must be a participant in one of the following junior sports teams:
- Alberta junior hockey team (10 Scholarships)
- Alberta junior football team (30 Scholarships)
- Prairie Baseball Academy (30 Scholarships)

Applications to be submitted to your team coach.   Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student at a post-secondary institution in Alberta.  Information and link to application can be found at:  https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-junior-athletic-award/  Team nomination deadline for submission: January 15.

ALBERTA UNION OF PROVINCIAL EMPLOYEES - $2,000

There are Part-time Bursaries & two full-time scholarships available to eligible AUPE dependents that are under the age of 25 years. Further details can be found at https://www.aupe.org/member-resources/financial-support/bursaries-and-scholarships

Applications open May 12 - July 15

ALEXANDER RUTHERFORD SCHOLARSHIPS

This award is named in honour of Alexander Rutherford, Alberta’s first Premier. It  rewards academic achievement in senior high school to encourage students to pursue post-secondary studies. Apply for all three years in the year you plan to attend post secondary. Apply once you are enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies.

Student Aid Alberta recommends students apply when your official high school transcripts indicate you have achieved your High School Diploma & you have completed any high school upgrading credit courses you are taking - because you can only apply once - and you will want to submit your highest marks.  Note: Your high school upgrading credit courses must appear on an official Alberta High School Transcript of Achievement.  

Once your enrollment or attendance in your undergraduate or apprenticeship program has been confirmed by your post-secondary institution, Alberta Student Aid will mail a cheque to you within one month. For complete eligibility criteria and information about how to apply, visit the Student Aid Alberta website, at: https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships-and-awards/alexander-rutherford-scholarship/.  

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

High School - Graduated after April 1, 2008

ANNA & JOHN KOLESAR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1500

Applicants for the Anna & John Kolesar Memorial Scholarship must be Alberta residents and from a family where neither parent obtained a university degree. In addition, they must be graduating high school in the current academic year and must be enrolling for full-time study in the first year of a program in a Faculty of Education. Based on final standings in three academic subjects including English 30-1 or 30-2.  For further information and a link to the application, go to: https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/anna-and-john-kolesar-memorial-scholarship/   Deadline October 31.

ASAA / ALBERTA MILK  SCHOLARSHIP - $1000 (2 available – 1 female, 1 male)

This award is for students who achieve a balance in life, participate in school life, and have the desire to do great things in life.

• Grade 12 student
• Participate in athletic activities (school intramurals, member of a sports team, or participate in activities outside of school i.e. Dance, water polo, hockey, karate, etc.)
• Demonstrate an attitude of fair play  and sportsmanship while participating in sport and social activities
• Show personal development with involvement in activities other than athletics and academics (i.e. Community work, hobbies, clubs, youth programs, etc.)
• Plan to attend a post-secondary facility in Canada
• Be an Alberta resident

Applicants will be required to submit a reference letter from a teacher and one from somebody in the sports community, a resume highlighting volunteer and sports accomplishments,  and an essay of a maximum of 500 words that explores what sports and healthy eating mean to you. Additional Information available online.  Online Application is Here.  Deadline April 29

ASAA PAY IT FORWARD SCHOLARSHIP - 10 of $500 

This scholarship is available for grade 12 high school students who contribute back to their school and/or community athletics programs. This may include dedicating their time to coaching, sport administration, officiating, statistics, team management, media coverage, and/or organization of their high school sports team or community sports teams. Preference will be given to those who have competed in an ASAA sport throughout their three (3) years of high school. Deadline April 29  Apply Online

ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA AGRICULTURAL FIELDMEN (AAAF) MEMORIAL BURSARY- $1000

Bursaries are available to students who are Alberta residents continuing their education at a College or University enrolled in an agricultural or environmental science program. Must supply a copy of their high school marks, together with a letter of acceptance & course of studies planned at a post-secondary institution. Applications are available on-line at https://aaaf.ab.ca/AAAF-Bursary  Deadline September 1 each year annually to your local Agricultural Fieldman, through your local municipality .

CHARMAINE LETOURNEAU SCHOLARSHIP – $5000

Applicants must be a resident of Alberta, be deaf or hard of hearing, have applied or been accepted to an academic or training program at a qualified  post-secondary or vocational school, demonstrate financial need, demonstrate knowledge of sign language.  Consideration will be given to leadership within your school or community; regular attendance, punctuality, diligence and commitment. Application available on-line at https://www.disabilityawards.ca/charmaine-letourneau-scholarship/. Deadline Sept 30

DR. ERNEST & MINNIE MEHL SCHOLARSHIP - $3500

Based on scholastic achievement in Grade 12 diploma examinations, financial need and commitment of the individual. Criteria will be the same as the Rutherford Scholar Awards. Recommendations of school principals and financial information will also be considered. Recipients are selected from applications received for an Alexander Rutherford Scholarship. A separate application is not required.  More information is available at: https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/dr-ernest-and-minnie-mehl-scholarships/.

ELMER & ONA HANSEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $5000 - $20,000

Open to all Alberta rural farm youth who must leave home to pursue a post-secondary or trade. They must have lived on a farm for the majority of their life and the farm is the primary source of family income. No older than 25 years of age and have to provide: high school transcripts, proof of first year post-secondary enrollment, proof they are not living at home (rental or dorm receipt), and a photo. 4-H experience is not mandatory to qualify.  You will need the name and email of your local paper: Lacombe Express, editor@lacombeexpress.com

Applications open from May 1 - July 2 (noon).

FEDERATION OF ALBERTA GAS CO-OPS LTD. ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - 4 @ $1,000

Available to children of co-operative members of gas utilities within the Federation of Alberta Gas Co-ops, as well as, children or landowners who are serviced by gas member towns, villages, counties, or bands. Memberships must have been in place at least one full year. Children of active members of the Provincial Federation Board are not eligible. Applicants must have admission to the first year of a degree or diploma or apprenticeship program at any eligible accredited post secondary institute of learning in Alberta. Candidates must have completed the course work of the last one (1) year of schooling required for admission to the post secondary institution and must have obtained an academic standing of at least seventy five percent (75%) in core subjects.

Application available at: https://www.fedgas.com/uploads/files/Federation_Achievement_Award%20sponsored%20and%20administered%20by%20ABmunis.pdf. Application deadline October 1.

GIRL GUIDES - ALBERTA COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIPS

Alberta Council scholarships are available to any active member under the jurisdiction of Girl Guides of Canada, Alberta Council who has not previously received this scholarship and will be attending an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution full-time for the fall term, be it in person, virtually or a combination of both. The scholarships available to Alberta Council members are:

• The Alberta Council Scholarship
• The Joyce Foster Memorial Scholarship

Apply Online. Deadline May 7

GOODWILL SCHOLARSHIP FOR GOOD - $2500

Apply for the Goodwill Industries of Alberta Scholarship for GOOD for a chance to win $2,500 to boost your efforts in spreading good vibes and making a positive impact. No minimum GPA or essays required for entry.  https://www.goodwill.ab.ca/scholarship-for-good/  Deadline: Oct 15

HEC GERVAIS ACADEMIC & CURLING SCHOLARSHIP – 3 of $3,000

Youth curlers who are a member in good standing with Curling Alberta and who qualify to play in the next sanctioned U20 season may apply for the scholarship. For other criteria specifications & application please refer to the website at:  https://curlingalberta.ca/hecgervaisscholarship/

Deadline for application: May 31

IODE ALBERTA CORONATION BURSARY - 2 of $1000

To be eligible you must have been an Alberta resident for at least 3 years and be entering any degree-granting program in Alberta. This bursary is based on financial need.  Applications are available in the Career Centre or here.  Deadline July 15.

JOHNATHAN DOODY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 10 of $1,000 & 3 of $800

The Johnathan Doody Memorial Scholarship is provided for first year male University of Alberta students. There are ten $1,000 scholarships and three $800 scholarships available for the students who apply. The scholarship is preferred for students who have a strong commitment to both academics and extracurriculars/volunteering. Johnathan Doody was an exceptional athlete, an inspiring student leader, a loving friend, and a talented scholar. Johnathan came to the University of Alberta to study engineering. In October of 1993, Johnathan was tragically killed in an automotive accident outside of his hometown. The scholarship is in honour of the excellence of Johnathan Doody. Application forms available HERE.  Deadline June 30 but students are encouraged to apply early.

JOHN HASSELFIELD ENDOWMENT FOUNDATION -  up to $400

The John Hasselfield Endowment Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization that was created to provide support to young people wishing to take part in personal development and learning through education, sports/physical activity or visual/performing arts. The Foundation assists students who might otherwise not fulfill that desire because life has put obstacles in their path in ways beyond their control. Up to $400 is provided to student applicants to enable them to take part in an activity. These funds can be used for bus fare, equipment, supplies or other items needed to attend enhanced learning activities.

For detailed criteria and the application form, go to www.johnhasselfield.com. Applications accepted year round.

KEYERA ENERGY PETER J. RENTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $6000 ($3000 per year for two years)

The scholarship is intended to assist and encourage Alberta students to pursue full-time studies in a post-secondary program in a field related to the oil and gas industry. Applicant must plan to enroll in an accredited Alberta post-secondary institution in the first year of a degree or diploma program; be a Canadian citizen; be an Alberta resident; have completed the requirements for high school graduation in Alberta. Application & information may be found at https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/keyera-energy-peter-j-renton-memorial-scholarship/.  Deadline October 31.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS STATE SCHOLARSHIP FOR AB/NWT – $1,500 a year for up to 4 years

This scholarship is open to Knights, their children, wives or widows of Alberta Knights of Columbus who are in good standing in their councils. The scholarships are awarded on the basis of all round achievement in the areas of academics, athletics, the arts, school, community & church involvement as well as financial need. Information may be found at https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/scholarships/canadian-undergraduate-scholarships.html?1tab=1tab1. Deadline March 15.

LADUE LADIES LUNCH SCHOLARSHIP - $750 - $3,500

Must be a female in high school or post secondary school and a resident of Alberta. Must understand and appreciate why the Western Lifestyle/Heritage is important, exhibit "Cowgirl Spirit" or "Cowgirl Toughness" (see application).
If you have applied for post-secondary education during your grade 12 year but have not received a letter of acceptance please apply for the High School Category. If you have received acceptance, please apply for the Post-Secondary category. Further details and application available at: https://ladueladieslunch.ca/scholarships/#:~:text=2024%20SCHOLARSHIP&text=The%202024%20applicants%20of%20the,current%20reigning%20Miss%20Rodeo%20Canada.. Deadline April 15

LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF ALBERTA STUDENT AWARD - Grade 11

This award recognizes nine students who attend a school in Alberta, operated by an ASBA member school board, who have shown tremendous growth in developing skills to better themselves through determination, initiative and independence, leading to their improvement and success both academically and personally. Winners will receive an award certificate, a congratulatory letter, and a medal. You will need school staff members to give you a Nomination Letter, a Letter of Support, and fill out the online nomination form.  Deadline: May 2

MANCAP FOUNDATION LEGACY EDUCATION GRANT - $5000

Eight scholarships are available to graduating students entering their first year of post-secondary studies in Alberta and will need to show financial need and entrepreneurial ambition. High marks are not a requirement.  You will need to complete application form and provide letter of acceptance from a designated Alberta post-secondary institution and two letters of recommendation. Application available on-line at www.mancapfoundation.com.  Deadline July 31.

MANDIN AWARD - $1000 (2)

Annually Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta provides an award up to $800 to assist an individual or individuals in one family who have a learning disability. The individual will currently be a K-11 student in Alberta. Eligible programs and services will include, but not limited to, supporting the costs of attending a summer camp, social skill development courses, tutoring, assessments and technology.  

Further information can be found at: https://ldalberta.ca/resources/scholarships/. Deadline: June 20

MASONIC HIGHER EDUCATION BURSARIES - 30 of $5,000, 2 of $7,000

To provide assistance to those students wishing to receive a higher education but lacking the ever increasing funds to do so. Goes towards tuition at post-secondary institutions in Alberta.  Bursaries are awarded on a basis of need and proven scholastic ability. Application available on-line at http://www.mhebf.com/ Deadline February 1 by 12:00 PM (noon).

NEAL KNOOT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00

The Neal Knoot Memorial Scholarship will be awarded annually to a student who is planning to further their education (certificate, diploma, or degree) at a post-secondary institution. Preference will be given to students planning to take forest products manufacturing, forestry, or health and safety related programs If you are interested in working in Northern Alberta after graduation, you may be eligible to receive an extra $500 from the Northern Alberta Development Council (NADC). For this, you will need to complete an additional funds application form. Deadline June 1. Details at: https://lsfes.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Neal-Knoot-memorial-scholarship-application.pdf

PREMIER'S CITIZENSHIP AWARD

To recognize students graduating from high school who have supported and contributed to Alberta communities through public service and volunteer endeavors.  Recipients will receive a plaque and a letter of commendation from the Premier.  One award is available for each high school in Alberta. Students should contact the Career Centre. More information available at https://www.alberta.ca/premiers-citizenship-award. Students must submit a chart of accomplishments/participation to the Career Centre by April 30 to be considered for this award, to enable the Award Committee to finalize selection and the application before submission to the province.

QUEEN ELIZABETH II PLATINUM JUBILEE CITIZENSHIP AWARD - Medal & $7000

The eight most outstanding recipients of the Premier’s Citizenship Award will receive the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Citizenship Medal, a letter of commendation from the Lieutenant Governor, and $7000. Information available at https://www.alberta.ca/queens-platinum-jubilee-awards. Application by nomination for the Premier's Citizenship Award. Nomination deadline tends to be in June to Alberta Scholarship Programs.

QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE SCHOLARSHIP FOR PERFORMING ARTS - $7000

One scholarship will be awarded to one of the performing arts eligible for this program in a three-year annual rotation: music, theatre, and dance. The March 2, 2026 deadline is for dance applicants.

Other eligibility criteria may be viewed on-line at https://www.affta.ab.ca/funding/find-funding/queens-golden-jubilee-scholarship-performing-arts.  

QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE SCHOLARSHIP FOR VISUAL ARTS - $7000

Awarded annually to a student in the visual arts and new media who shows extraordinary talent and potential and who demonstrates clear educational/training goals and objectives. For more information go to https://www.affta.ab.ca/funding/find-funding/queens-platinum-jubilee-scholarship-visual-arts. 

RAP/CTS SCHOLARSHIP - up to 500 scholarships of $1000

Program specific criteria:

• RAP - complete 250 hours of on-the-job training while attending high school (before graduation).  Apprentice on-the-job  hours must be updated with AIT (Apprenticeship & Industry Training) by August 1
• CTS - complete an apprenticeship pathway while attending high school (the “Record of Courses Completed” must be submitted to the local AIT office).  The form must be assessed by August 1
• An academic component has been added as a final step to selecting recipients.    Apprentices are ranked based on their high school marks in English, Math and Sciences.

Career and Technology students must also have a copy of their CTS Course Completion Record, provided by a supervising teacher, on file with Apprenticeship and Industry Training. It must be signed by a teacher, principal, journeyperson instructor and local Apprenticeship and Industry Training office staff. 

The top 500 RAP/CTS students in Alberta will receive RAP/CTS scholarships.  Students are only eligible to receive this scholarship in the year they graduate. This scholarship program is one that you don’t even have to apply to be eligible! All you need to do is consent and provide your Social Insurance Number (SIN) – it’s that easy!

Even if you have already provided your consent, it’s best to go in and double-check that all the information needed is there so you don’t miss out on potential financial support. Go to your MyTradesecrets account and click on the Applications tab to provide or update your consent and SIN. If you have more than one active application, click on Details in the right-hand column to update your information.

Apprentices with questions are encouraged to review the information on Tradesecrets.alberta.ca (under Financial Assistance) or email board.scholarships@gov.ab.ca

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION LADIES' AUXILIARY BURSARY, ALBERTA-NWT COMMAND - $500

These awards are for Alberta & NWT students entering their first term of a University, School of Technology and Art, Nursing Program, or any recognized post-secondary institution. Eligibility: children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews & great nieces and nephews of a veteran;  children & grandchildren of current serving RCMP; or, Reserve members, Fire fighters (paid or volunteer); or, child / grandchild of an Auxiliary or Branch member. You will need to submit an application, letter of reference, and copy of "Diploma Granted" Grade 12 transcripts.

Students may obtain an application form at their school's Career Centre, at https://www.lalegionabnwt.com/bursery-rules.
Deadline:  August 31 

RURAL MUNICIPALITIES OF ALBERTA (RMA) POST SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIPS  - $1000 (for each district)

Student applicants must:

• be a resident of a municipality which is a member of the RMA, including municipal districts, counties & Special Areas. Residents of cities, towns or villages are not eligible;
• be registered in first four years of study at a recognized post-secondary institution (no previous degrees or diplomas). Preference will be given to candidates attending a recognized post-secondary institution in Alberta, except in instances where the chosen program of study is not available in Alberta; & pursuing a course of studies relevant to local government and/or rural communities. (This criterion is not intended to restrict eligibility to applicants in only a certain few programs. Instead, applicants are invited to explain the relevance of their intended study program within their letter of application.)

Community involvement and academic performance are considered. Deadline August 29. Applications available in May on-line at https://rmalberta.com/about/awards-recognition/rma-scholarship-program/.

SIOBHAN ISABELLA REID MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1250 (2)

This scholarship is intended for a full-time student attending an Alberta college or university who is enrolled in a program that will lead to that individual being able to assist children and/or adults with learning disabilities. More information & the application are available at https://www.ldalberta.ca/about-us/scholarships/siobhan-isabella-reid-memorial-scholarship/. Deadline June 20

TIESSEN FOUNDATION BROADCAST SCHOLARSHIP - $750

Must be an Alberta Resident, Graduate from an Alberta High School in the current year, & enrolled full time in the upcoming academic year in a degree or diploma program in broadcasting such as TV, radio and broadcast engineering.  https://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/tiessen-foundation-broadcast-scholarship/  Application open August 1 - October 31

UFA SCHOLARSHIP - $1000

The scholarship will be open to students enrolled full-time post-secondary study in a diploma or degree. Students will be eligible to receive a $1000 scholarship for accepting a summer position at UFA, in Alberta or Saskatchewan. Applications and information are available HERE.  Deadline May 15.

VOICE OF ALBERTANS WITH DISABILITIES (VAD) - EDUCATION FOR LIFE BURSARY - $500

This bursary is awarded to people with disabilities who are entering their first year of post-secondary training, full time or part time. The bursary assists first-time post-secondary learners who require support in overcoming the financial barriers they may encounter when taking on educational challenges. Recipients must have a disability, live in Alberta, use the bursary for tuition fees and/or course materials, submit a completed application form, include a letter of reference and submit a short biography.   Applications available on-line at https://vadsociety.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/2024-Bursary_Application_Form.pdf .  All applicants for the Education for Life Bursary will be considered for the Elsa Marie Lodewyk Memorial Bursary.  Deadline November 15.

YOUNG EMERGING PROFESSIONALS AWARD - $1,500

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 & leadership. For more information on scholarship criteria, please visit: https://www.cpaalberta.ca/Foundation/Support-Programs-and-Scholarships/Scholarships/High-School-Scholarships. Application deadline May 1.