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Scholarship
&
Bursary List
2019 - 2020
STUDENT SERVICES OFFICE
Please be advised that the information in this booklet is not a complete
guide of what bursaries/scholarships are available. You can also check
the following websites for the most up-to-date information:
www.gppsd.ab.ca/school/charlesspencer, www.scholarshipscanada.com,
studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships,
www.alis.alberta.ca, www.studentawards.com or scholartree.ca
3rd version – updated on February 6, 2020
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Scholarships Exclusive to Charles Spencer Students
Application dates may change throughout the school year. Stay alert for announcements
within the school!
Canfor Forest Products Scholarship
Value: $500
Number: Four
Criteria: Must be pursuing post-secondary education in Alberta or British Columbia
Plan on studying in forestry, wood products manufacturing, forestry related engineering
programs as well as trades in millwright, electrician, power engineer, instrument
technician weld, machinist and heavy duty mechanic.
** Children of employees of Canfor-Grande Prairie Division (Grande Prairie & Area) will
receive preferential consideration.
Apply: If you’d like to be considered for one of these scholarships, please see your guidance
counsellor in Student Services two weeks prior to the deadline
Deadline: May 1
Chris Gonnet Memorial Scholarship
Value: $500
Number: One
Criteria: Demonstrates leadership qualities. Pursuing post-secondary education.
Demonstrates a positive influence on the student community. Made a
significant contribution to the community in which they live.
Apply: Application is NOT necessary. Recipient will be chosen by the school’s
administration and staff members
Deadline: May 30
Croken Memorial Scholarship
Value: $500
Number: One
Criteria: Based solely on academic achievement. The scholarship will be awarded to the
grade 12 student with the highest average (among applicants) based on the five
highest Alberta Diploma Examination marks. The average is calculated using
the Government exam marks only, not the combined average marks of the
school based and diploma exam mark.
Apply: Application in NOT necessary. Recipient will be chosen by the school’s
administration and staff members
Deadline: May 30
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Grande Prairie Public School District Education Foundation CTS Scholarship Program
Value: $1000
Number: Two
Criteria: These CTS scholarships are for graduating students who have completed the most
advanced course offered at Charles Spencer High School in each of the following:
Welding/Fabrication Technology, Construction Technology, Fashion Design, Auto
Technology, Design Studies, Cosmetology Studies, Foods, Electronics Technology and
Communications Technology.
Students also must intend to pursue post-secondary studies or a recognized
apprenticeship program in the same field of study, within two years of completing
high school
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: May 15
Grande Prairie Rotary Club Scholarship
Value: $2000
Number: Five
Criteria: Service to school and community; person of character; academic achievement;
leadership qualities; registered in post- secondary program. Student must demonstrate
characteristics of a Rotarian: service, fellowship, diversity, integrity and leadership.
Here is a breakdown of how the awards will be distributed amongst those who meet
the above criteria:
1 award to a student attending full time at GPRC
2 awards to two students attending full time at any post-secondary institution
1 award to a student attending full time at a technical school
1 award to a student attending full time in fine arts
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: May 4
**Application forms must be handed in at Student Services
Premiere’s Citizenship Award
Value: Plaque & letter of commendation
Number: One
Criteria: Must be graduating from high school in the current academic year and have displayed
outstanding characteristics in citizenship, leadership, engagement (school and
community)
** Only 1 student will be nominated by the school. If you’d like to be considered as a
school nominee, you must complete a nomination form and submit it to Student
Services by the deadline
Apply: Nomination forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: May 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Government of Alberta Scholarship, Award & Bursary Program for
High School Students
Some website addresses and application dates may have changed so persevere in your search.
Alberta “AAA” Midget Hockey League Scholarship
Value: $2000
Number: Eighteen
Criteria: Must be currently registered with an AMHL member team or a player who is no longer
eligible to play midget hockey but has participated for a minimum of 2 years in the AMHL
Must demonstrate leadership qualities, hockey ability and sportsmanship as well as
financial need and good academic standing
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: Last regular scheduled league game of the current hockey season
Alexander Rutherford High School Achievement Scholarship
Value: Up to $2500 each
Number: Available to all Alberta students.
Criteria: Based on academic achievement in Grades 10 and/or 11 and/or 12 for post-secondary
study at colleges, technical schools or universities. Overall average of 75% or higher in
5 subjects, including English. Apply in Grade 12 year for all three grades.
Apply: Students can start applying online towards the end of June or beginning of July at
studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships/alexander-rutherford-scholarship/
Anna & John Kolesar Memorial Scholarship
Value: $1500
Number: One
Criteria: Pursuing full-time study in a Faculty of Education.
Alberta Residents from a family where neither parent has received a university degree.
Awarded to the student with the highest academic average in three designated grade 12
subjects.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships
Deadline: August 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Dr. Ernest and Minnie Mehl Scholarship
Value: $3500
Number: One
Criteria: Grade 12 student attending post-secondary in Canada. Selection is based on same
criteria as for the Rutherford Scholars
Apply: Recipients are selected from applications received for an Alexander Rutherford
Scholarship. A separate application is NOT required
More info is available online at studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships
John Hasselfield Endowment Foundation
Value: $400
Number: Unknown
Criteria: Must be presently enrolled in an Alberta Public School and be a Canadian citizen
residing in Canada or permanent resident of Canada
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
www.johnhasselfield.com
Other: Students must write an essay (approx. 500 words) outlining how and when the funds
will be used, how they will contribute financially to their academic goals and what
obstacles are impeding achievement of their goals.
Deadline: March 1
Keyera Energy Peter J. Renton Memorial Scholarship
Value: $3000
Number: Two
Criteria: Plan to enroll full-time in an Alberta post-secondary institution in the first or second year
of a degree or diploma program in a field of study supporting the oil and gas industry,
including but not limited to business, communications, sciences, engineering, technical
programs, information technology, etc.). Must be an Alberta resident.
Community service, athletics, leadership and/or academic achievement may also be
taken into consideration
Apply: studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships
Deadline: August 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Metis and Non-Status Indian Social Services Bursary Program
Value: $4,696 - $20,730 / year
Number: Varies
Criteria: Must be either Metis or Non-Status Indian; demonstrate financial need; be an Alberta
resident; show an investment in and a commitment to Indigenous communities in
Alberta.
Student must be enrolled in a post-secondary social services program like Social Work,
Psychology, Psychoeducation, Sociology, Education, Child and Youth Care, Human
Ecology, Anthropology, Counselling, Community Rehabilitation, Criminology, Addictions
and Mental Heath Services
Apply: Apply online at www.alberta.ca/metis-and-non-status-indian-bursary-program.aspx
To connect with the Metis and Non-Status Indian Bursary Program office, email
css.csmetisbursary@gov.ab.ca
Deadline: April 30
Northern Alberta Development Council Bursaries
Value: $1000 - $24,000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Residents of Alberta (3 year minimum); enrolled in full-time post-secondary academic
pursuits which will prepare you for an occupation that has high employment potential in
Northern Alberta; be enrolled in the latter stage of your education; must sign an
agreement to live and work one year in northern Alberta for each year of bursary
support. Two years return service in some cases.
Apply: Applications are available at www.benorth.ca
Deadline: Varies (depends on which bursary you are applying for)
Northern Student Supplement
Value: $500 to $1500 (depending on financial need)
Criteria: Residents of Northern Alberta and financial need
Other: Students must submit an application for an NSS with their application for student
financial assistance. For more information, visit the following website:
www.alis.alberta.ca/studentfinance.main.asp
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) Scholarships
Value: $1000
Number 500
Criteria: Be registered as an Alberta apprentice in a trade while sill attending high school,
have completed a minimum of 250 hours of on-the-job training related to your
trade and are continuing in an approved regular apprenticeship program.
Recipients are chosen on the basis of academic merit, a recommendation from an
employer, a recommendation from a teacher and a personal essay.
Apply: tradesecrets.alberta.ca/financial-assistance/scholarships
Deadline: June
Tiessen Foundation Broadcast Scholarship
Value: $750
Number One
Criteria: Plan to enroll in a full-time Canadian post-secondary institution that offers degree
or diploma programs in broadcasting such as TV, radio, broadcast engineering.
Must be an Alberta resident.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships
Deadline: August 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Independent Scholarships
Some website addresses and application dates may have changed so persevere in your search.
Aboriginal Business Leadership Awards
Value: $2000
Number: Thirteen
Criteria: For Aboriginal students working towards a certificate, diploma, or degree in
business/commerce, in any public post-secondary institution in Alberta.
Priority will be given to self-employed Aboriginal students attending post-secondary
for the first time.
Volunteerism, leadership, academic achievement and financial need may be
considered.
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.macewan.ca/scholarships or at
Student Services
Grant MacEwan Community College Foundation (780-497-5063)
Deadline: June 15
Aboriginal Educational Awards Program – AMOCO Canada
Value: $2000 renewable up to four years
Number: Up to six
Criteria: Enrolled full time in undergraduate, college or technical program at a recognized post-
secondary institution in Canada.
Preference to applicants enrolled in programs related to careers in the oil and gas
industry. Financial need.
Apply: Public and Government Affairs
AMOCO Canada Petroleum Company Ltd.
P.O. Box 200, Station M
Calgary, AB
T2P 2H8
(403) 233-5704
Deadline: June 15
AIA and the University of the Aftermarket Foundation Scholarship
Number: Seven
Value: $1000
Criteria: Open to all students but priority will be given to those who plan to pursue a career in
automotive aftermarket.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online
at www.aiacanada.com
Deadline: June 15
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Al Larson Memorial Scholarship
Value: $2500
Number: Two
Criteria: Child or grand-children of a member of the Alberta Real Estate Association who will be
entering his or her first year of post-secondary studies
Above average scholastic performance and good citizenship/community involvement
Accomplishments in a broad range of activities in high school years that extend further
than academics (ex: fine arts, athletics, charitable work, volunteer, etc.)
Apply: Application forms are available online at albertarealtor.ca/page/scholarships or call
1-800-661-0231
Deadline: October 31
Alberta Blue Cross Scholarship for Indigenous Students
Value: Varies (up to $1500 depending on the institution)
Number: Three
Criteria: Awarded to Indigenous students completing high school and planning on enrolling in first
year of any full-time post-secondary studies in Alberta. Applicant must be Indian, Inuit or
Metis and must have been resident of Alberta during their previous year of study.
Recipients are chosen based on academic achievement, financial need and community
involvement.
Students will be ineligible if receiving more than $3500 in other scholarships or
bursaries for the current academic year.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
www.ab.bluecross.ca/aboutus/aboriginal-scholarships.php
Deadline: January 15
Alberta Fish & Game Association Scholarship
Value: $1500
Number: One
Criteria: Applicant or their parent/guardian must be a member of the Alberta Fish & Game
Association or an affiliated club.
Enrolled in an environmental sciences or related program in Alberta. Financial
need is a consideration
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.afga.org or at Student Services
Alberta Fish & Game Association
13045 156 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5V 0A2
Deadline: February 28
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Alberta Teachers’ Association – Local #42
Value: $2000
Number: Two
Criteria: One scholarship to be awarded to a son or daughter of a certified teacher from Grande
Prairie and District Catholic ATA Local #42 who is entering full time studies at an
accredited post-secondary institution.
Second scholarship awarded to a student enrolling in full time study in the Faculty of
Education at an accredited university or college.
Students must demonstrate adequate academic achievement and be active in extra-
curricular, community and/or church/school activities
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: September 30
Alberta Teachers’ Association Trumpeter Local #26
Value: $1000
Number: Three
Criteria: Children of Trumpeter Local #26 members entering post-secondary education.
Recipients will be based on academic marks, school community involvement and
financial need.
Apply: Additional information is available at Student Services. Information can also be
obtained from the ATA Rep at your parent’s school.
Deadline: October 15
Alberta Union of Provincial Employees Educational Grants
Value: Varies
Number: Varies
Criteria: Current or retired members of A.U.P.E., their dependents who are attending a post-
secondary institution in the province. Financial need may also be considered.
Apply: Members' Benefits Officer
Alberta Union of Provincial Employees
10451 – 170 Street
Edmonton, AB T5P 4S1
www.aupe.org/
Deadline: Second Thursday of July
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Alliance Pipeline Aboriginal Student Award
Value: Up to $2000 per year of study
Number: Varies
Criteria: Active members of an Aboriginal community (band or settlement) who are residents
of Alberta, British Columbia or Saskatchewan; enrolled in post-secondary program of
studies.
Preference will be given to applicants whose chosen studies will prepare them for
employment in the oil and gas industry (engineering, instrumentation, geological
sciences, environmental sciences, business administration, etc.)
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
www.alliancepipeline.com/Community/AboriginalRelations/Pages/ASA.aspx
Deadline: July 1
Altalink Indigenous Student Award
Value: $1000
Number: Four students from each Treaty (6, 7 & 8) and Metis community in Alberta
Criteria: Must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution. Treaty students must be born in
Alberta. Metis students must either be a member of the Metis Nation of Alberta
Association or an Alberta Metis Settlement.
Up to half the awards will be given to students who pursue their post-secondary
education in the electricity transmission sector (ex: electrical engineering, electrical
engineering technology, telecommunications engineer, powerline technician
apprenticeship, power system electrical apprenticeship, utility tree worker, etc.)
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.altalink.ca
Deadlines: February 1, August 1, November 1
Apeetogosan (Metis) Development Bursary
Value: $1000
Number: One
Criteria: Must be Metis; have financial need; have been an Alberta resident for at least the last
three years; demonstrate an investment in and a commitment to Aboriginal
communities in Alberta
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at www.apeetogosan.com
Deadline: April 30
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020APEGA High School Awards (Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and
Geophysicists of Alberta)
Value: $5000
Number: Five
Criteria: Pursuing post-secondary studies in Engineering or GeoScience at any Canadian
post-secondary institution. Primarily based on financial need and non-academic
accomplishments. Participation in extracurricular activities is an asset.
Apply: apegafoundation.ca/
Deadline: July 31
Arthur Paulin Automotive Aftermarket Scholarship
Value: $1000
Number: Five or more
Criteria: Must be enrolled in an automotive aftermarket industry related program at a Canadian
college or University. This includes students pursuing their studies as an automotive
apprentice. It also includes studies in the following automotive sectors: auto body, hard
parts, heavy duty, motive power (machinists).
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at www.aiacanada.com
Deadline: November 30
Bayer Fund Opportunity Scholarship
Value: $1500
Number: Several
Criteria: Must be planning to enroll at a Canadian post-secondary institution (degree or diploma)
in a first year agriculture, food science or culinary program. The scholarship is also based
on academics and leadership in the community.
**Students must write a 300-500 word essay by answering the following question:
Canadian farmers play an important role in feeding the world in a sustainable way; what
role will you play?
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.cropscience.bayer.ca or at Student
Services
Deadline: May 31
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Belcourt Brosseau Metis Awards
Value: $2000 to $10,000
Number: One hundred forty
Criteria: Must be a Metis who resides in Alberta and who intends to pursue a program of post-
secondary study in Alberta.
Primary consideration will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need, a
connection to the Metis community and a likelihood of improved career opportunities
Apply: Students must apply online at www.ecfoundation.org/
Deadline: March 31
Bourses pour étudiants anglophones inscrits à des programmes collégiaux ou
universitaires en français
Value: $3,000
Number: Twenty Five
Criteria: Must be currently enrolled in French Immersion or French Second Language courses at
the high school level, be accepted at one of the participating post-secondary institutions
(UofA – Campus Saint Jean being one of them) and be involved in your community
Apply: www.acufc.ca
Deadline: June 27th
BP Canada Petroleum Engineering Scholarships
Value: Varies
Number: Varies
Criteria: Check the website for specific criteria for each scholarship
Apply: www.canadian-universities.net/Scholarships/Petroleum-Engineering.html
Deadline: Varies (depending on which scholarship you apply for)
Burger King Scholarship Program
Value: $1000 to $50,000
Number: Many
Criteria: Based on academics (75% +), work experience, extracurricular activities and community
service
Must be a Burger King employee, spouse/domestic partner or child of an employee.
Apply: www.bkmclamorefoundation.org
Deadline: December 15
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020C.A MacLean Bursary Foundation Summer Internship Program
Value: Internship
Number: Six
Criteria: Alberta or NWT high school student who plans to pursue journalism studies
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.awna.com/camaclean or at Student Services
Deadline: January 31
Canadian Hospitality Foundation Scholarships
Value: $3,000 (college entrance scholarship)
$3,500 (university entrance scholarship)
Number: Varies
Criteria: Students must be enrolled in a university degree program or a minimum two-year
college diploma program in Canada in the following areas of study: hospitality, hotel,
tourism, food & beverages, culinary, etc.
Apply: Application forms are available at the college or university’s awards office. More
information can be found online at www.thechf.ca/scholarships
Deadline: Student must check with the post-secondary institution for the deadline
Canadian Natural Resources Building Futures Scholarship
Value: Up to $3000
Criteria: Student must be entering technical or trades training related to the oil and natural gas
Industry and have good academic performance (75% +).
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
www.cnrl.com/careers/campus-opportunities/scholarships
Deadlines: April 15, August 15, December 15
Canadian Printing Industries Scholarships
Value: $1000 - $5000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Enrolled in the first year of a post-secondary printing management or technical
program (not art or design). At least 75% if pursuing college studies and at least 80%
if pursuing university studies.
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.printscholarships.ca
Deadline: July
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Children’s Ability Fund Bursary
Value: Up to $5000
Number: Varies each year
Criteria: Person with a disability who resides in Northern Alberta. Going into first year of
college, technical institute or university. The bursary may also be awarded to a
student who has contributed a great deal to the community of persons with
disability.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
www.childrensabilityfund.ca/
780-454-9191 (ext. 225)
Deadline: June
CN Native Education Awards
Value: Varies
Number: Five per year
Criteria: Native students (Inuit, First Nations, Non-Status First Nations or Metis) interested in
pursuing a career in the transportation industry. Financial need. Good academic record
Apply: www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/4078514441088/4078514441088
CN Native Educational Awards Program
Employment Equity
P.O. Box 8100
Montreal QU H3C 3N4
Deadline: June 1
Commercial Seed Analysts Association of Canada Grant
Value: $500
Number: One
Criteria: Enrolled in post-secondary studies in the field of agriculture and/or plant sciences at
a recognized Canadian institution.
Academics and community involvement can be considered
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services. Additional information is also
available at seedanalysts.ca/student-grants.html
Deadline: April 15
Community Foundation of Northwestern Alberta Awards
Value: Varies
Number: Several awards
Apply: www.buildingtomorrowtoday.com
Deadline: Varies
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020ConocoPhillips Aboriginal Awards
Value: Up to $3,000 (can be renewed but must apply each year)
Number: Several
Criteria: Student must be of Aboriginal ancestry, enrolled in a full-time program at an accredited
Canadian institution and demonstrate promising academic qualifications and leadership
skills. Financial need is also considered.
Apply: conocophillips.ca
Deadline: June 30
ConocoPhillips Trades Bursary Program
Value: Up to $2,500
Number: Ten
Criteria: Student must have graduated from a high school located in an area where
ConocoPhillips operates. Must be pursuing his or her studies in a trades program in
Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan or the Northwest Territories. Preference will be
given to students pursuing programs related to the oil and gas industry.
Apply: conocophillips.ca
Deadline: June 30
Delta Upsilon International Fraternity Scholarships
Value: Up to $1000
Number: One
Criteria: Male student who exhibits strengths in academics as well as extracurricular involvement.
Must be planning to attend University of Alberta
Apply: www.dualberta.ca/scholarships
Deadline: August 31
Destination Imagination Scholarship
Value: $500
Number: 60
Criteria: Grade 12 student who is planning to pursue his or her studies at a post-secondary
institution. The applicant should have already participated in Destination Imagination as
a team member or as a volunteer and should be actively continuing his or her
involvement in Destination Imagination in some capacity.
Apply: Application forms at Student Services or online at www.albertadi.com/news.html
Deadline: March 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Dr. Ed O’Connor Scholarships
Value: $5,000
Number: 15
Criteria: Alberta students who have met the entrance requirements and are enrolled at St.
Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia. Based on financial need, academic
achievement, citizenship qualities and athletic accomplishment.
Apply: Application forms are available through STFX University or through the Dr. Ed O’Connor
Scholarship Society
Deadline: March 1
EF Global Citizen Scholarship
Value: $1,000 toward tuition and an all-expense paid trip to attend a global leadership
conference
Number: Two
Criteria: High school senior headed to post-secondary school. Student who strives to be a strong
Global Citizen in his or her daily life and demonstrates commitment to tackling global
Issues.
Must create a 2-3 minute video project
Apply: www.eftours.com/global-citizen
Deadline: January
Encana Bursary
Value: $1,000
Number: Varies every year
Criteria: Must be a graduate from one of the high schools in the Grande Prairie area, reside within
the County of Grande Prairie or the MD Saddle Hills #20 or towns within these
boundaries and intend to pursue postsecondary studies
Apply: Additional information and a list of all documents that must be included with the
application are available at Student Services
Deadline: August 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020First Nations, Metis and Inuit NADC Bursary
Value: $6,000 per year (apprenticeship or college program)
$10,000 per year (university degree; bachelor, master or PhD)
Number: Varies
Criteria: First Nations status or non-status, Metis or Inuit; over the age of 18; Alberta resident for
12 consecutive months before the start of the student’s program; enrolled in full-time
post-secondary program in a school designated for provincial funding; program of
study must be a minimum of 12 weeks in length; student must not be in default of a
provincial student loan
Apply: Applications forms are available at Student Services or online at
nadc.ca/our-bursaries/first-nation-metis-and-inuit-bursary/
Deadline: June 1
Grande Prairie & District Oldtimers’ Association Scholarship
Value: Varies each year
Number: One (may be divided if more than 1 selected)
Criteria: Be a member of the Grande Prairie and District Oldtimers’ Association.
Be a resident of the City of Grande Prairie, the County of Grande Prairie, the Municipal
District of Greenview #16, or the Municipal District of Spirit River #133.
Have completed Grade 12 in an educational institution in one of the areas designated
above.
Students must work to the best of their capability; minimum 70% average; financial
need may be a consideration
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at gpoldtimers.ca/
Scholarship Selection Committee
Grande Prairie and District Old-timers’ Association
P.O. Box 21028
Grande Prairie AB T8V 6W7
Deadline: September 15
Grande Prairie Chapter - Canadian Parents for French Scholarship
Value: $500
Number: One
Criteria: Must be a grade 12 student enrolled in a regional high school offering a French Second
Language program.
Must have taken French Immersion or FSL courses throughout their high school program,
be involved in community activities (preferably using French in these activities),
demonstrate leadership in areas related to the promotion of French language and
culture and demonstrate a sound academic record.
Preference will be given to those who will be pursuing their post-secondary studies in
French.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: April 30
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Grande Prairie Firefighters Charitable Foundation Leadership Award
Value: $1500
Number: One
Criteria: Must be enrolled in a full-time program commencing in the same year as the application.
Must have and maintain a minimum 65% cumulative average. Must be in good standing
with the school’s attendance and participation policies. Must be a resident of the
Grande Prairie region.
**The winner will receive an additional $1500 to give to a charity of their choice.
Students must therefore submit a 2-3 page written proposal outlining their plan for using
the money for the charity of their choice with their application package.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
GPFFCF Leadership Award
8111 Resources Road
Grande Prairie AB T8V 7Y2
Deadline: May 11
Grande Prairie Live Theatre Arts Bursaries
Value: 1 at $1000 & 4 at $600
Criteria: Demonstrates active commitment to the Theatre Arts
High School diploma before scholarship is issued
Proof of enrollment in a post-secondary institution in a course of study related to the
Theatre Arts
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Grande Prairie Live Theatre
10130 – 98 Avenue
Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0P6
Telephone: 780 538-1616
Deadline: Varies depending on the bursary
Gus Archie Memorial Scholarship
Value: $5,000 US renewable for 4 years
Number: One
Criteria: Enrolled at an accredited University
Enrolled in petroleum engineering or related discipline that leads to a career in
petroleum exploration and production
Superior academic student (top 3% in graduating class)
Apply: www.spe.org/scholarships/archie.php
Deadline: April 15
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Hans McCorriston Motive Power Machinist Grant
Value: $1,000
Number: One
Criteria: Applicants must be enrolled in a college level Machinist training program in Canada
Apply: www.aiacanada.com
For more information, call Didina Kyenge at 1-800-808-2920 (ext. 231)
Deadline: October 15
Harrison McCain Scholarship
Value: $16,000 payable over a four year course of study ($4000 / year)
Number: Varies
Criteria: Students must be entering the following universities: Acadia, UNB, St. Thomas,
Memorial, Dalhousie, STFX, UPEI, Mount St. Vincent
Minimum average of 80%, financial need, leadership qualities, recognized initiative in
funding your own education
**Criteria and deadline may vary depending on the university, so be sure to check with
each university
Apply: Application forms are available on the university websites.
Deadline: March
Horatio Alger Canadian Scholarship
Value: Up to $10,000
Number: Eighty
Criteria: Must exhibit strong commitment to pursue a degree at a post-secondary institution,
demonstrate financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family), be involved
in extra-curricular and community activities, display integrity and perseverance in
overcoming adversity and have a minimum average of 65%
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/
Deadline: October 25
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020House of Commons Page Program
Value: Work part-time at the House of Commons while studying in the National Capital Region
Number: 40
Criteria: Bilingual Canadian citizens, academic average of at least 80%, be accepted at one of the
following universities in the National Capital Region: Carleton University, University of
Ottawa, Saint Paul University or Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO).
Student must possess superior interpersonal skills, show sound judgement, be reliable,
tactful and courteous as well as demonstrate an interest in the Canadian parliamentary
system.
Apply: House of Commons Page Program
Recruitment – Human Resources Director
Room 538, Wellington Building House of Commons
Ottawa ON K1A 0A6
Telephone: (613) 996-0897
www.ourcommons.ca/About/PageProgram/Index-e.html
Deadline: November
Husky Oil Educational Awards for Native People
Value: 3 at $5,000 per year (University); 2 at $3,500 per year (college)
Criteria: For Inuit, Metis, Status or Non Status Indians. Preference will be given to applicants who
intend to pursue a career in Business, Engineering, Geosciences, Environmental Studies,
Computer Sciences, Law, and skilled trades, including power engineering and
instrumentation technician.
Financial need, work experience and community involvement are also considered
Apply: www.huskyenergy.com/socialresponsibility/aboriginalaffairs/educationawards.asp
Husky Oil
P.O. Box 6525
Station D
Calgary AB T2P 3G7
Deadline: June 1
Imperial Oil Aboriginal Education Awards
Value: $1000
Number: 1
Criteria: Status and non-status Indian, Inuit, and Metis. Pursue studies relevant to petroleum
industry. e.g. engineering, business and administration, geology, accountancy, computer
science, earth sciences and natural resources, management, architecture, skilled trades,
secretarial, petroleum technologies.
Apply: Applications forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: June 30
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Indspire Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards
Value: $1000 to $30,000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Must be Indigenous person planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution
Scholarships: based on academic merit
Bursaries: based on financial need
Awards: based on both academic merit and financial need
Apply: Apply online at indspire.ca/for-students/bursaries-scholarships/
Deadline: November 1, February 1, May 11, August 1
InviteRight Scholarships
Value: $500
Number: Two different scholarships (theatre arts, volunteering)
Criteria: Theatre Arts (Acting out): students must have enriched school culture through music,
acting or working behind the scenes
Volunteering (Making grad great): students must have gone the extra mile to make grad
special at his or her school
**Students must submit a 500 word summary specific to the criteria of the scholarship
Apply: Apply online at rightlabs.com/labnotes/apply-500-scholarship-rightlabs
Additional information is also available at Student Services
Deadline: June 1
I.O.D.E. Coronation Bursary
Value: $800
Number: TWO
Criteria: Residence in Alberta for a minimum of three years planning to pursue post-secondary
studies at an Alberta university or affiliated college. Financial need and community
involvement are taken into consideration.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: July 15
Iris Pollock Memorial Scholarship
Value: $500
Number: One
Criteria: Northern Alberta resident entering a post-secondary program of study related
to persons with barriers (psychology, psychiatry, counselling, education) with
preference given to those studying in a field related to developmental
disabilities.
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.signaturesupport.ca/scholarship or at
Student Services
Deadline: November 15
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020John Helou Scholarship (MS Society)
Value: $25,000 payable over a four year course of study ($6,250 / year)
Number: Two
Criteria: Students must have multiple sclerosis or have an immediate family member with it
Must be planning to enroll in full-time postsecondary studies in Science, Technology,
Engineering or Math
Minimum overall average of 85% in last three terms, financial need, leadership and/or
community involvement
Apply: Application forms are available by googling “John Helou Scholarship”
Deadline: March 31
Johnathan Doody Memorial Scholarship
Value: $800
Number: Three
Criteria: Male student enrolling in his first year of full-time studies at UofA.
Must demonstrate balance success in school and extracurricular activities, while
maintaining key friendships. The applicant must not simply possess high grades; he must
demonstrate an appetite for knowledge gained through life experience. The applicant
must demonstrate a strong philanthropic spirit in school and community. The applicant
must have a strong moral character and prove his desire to improve and reach new
heights.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at eafiji.ca/scholarship
Deadline: September 14th
Keyera Energy - Peter J. Memorial Scholarship
Value: $3,000
Number: Two
Criteria: Must plan to enroll in an Alberta post-secondary institution in a field of study supporting
the oil and gas industry, including but not limited to: business, communications, sciences,
engineering, technical programs, information technology and the trades
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at
studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships/?SK=1091
Deadline: August 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Kin Canada Bursary – from the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund
Value: $1000 each
Number: Varies
Criteria: Graduating from high school and enrolling in higher education
Largely based on financial need and community/school involvement
A good all-around student who demonstrates high ideals and good citizenship
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.kincanada.ca or at
Student Services
Deadline: February 1
Knights of Columbus Canada Scholarship Program
Value: Varies
Number: Varies
Criteria: Members and the children of living or deceased members of the Canadian Council of
the Knights of Columbus.
Based on academic excellence, applied towards post-secondary study at a Canadian
college or university.
Apply: www.kofc.org/uns/en/members/programs/scholarships/index.html
Knights of Columbus Headquarters
Canadian Scholarship Committee
PO Box 1670
New Haven, Connecticut, U.S.A. 06507-0901
Deadline: Varies depending on the scholarship
Loran Award
Value: $100,000 over four years
Number: Thirty six
Criteria: Academic promise (minimum average of 85%), community service, leadership potential,
Canadian citizen, must be going to university
**CSHS can sponsor up to three students. If students want to be sponsored, they must
see one of the counsellors at Student Services. If students choose not to be sponsored,
they can simply apply directly.
Apply: www.loranaward.ca
Deadline: October
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Lord Strathcona’s Horses Student Scholarship Program in Alberta
Value: $5,000
Number: One
Criteria: Child of a Strathcona, who is on active duty or retired from the Canadian Armed Forces
Academic achievement, financial need and community service are also considered.
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.strathconas.ca
Regimental Second in Command
Lord Strathcona’s Horses (Royal Canadians) Regimental Society
Steele Barracks
PO Box 10500, Station Forces
Edmonton AB T5J 4J5
Deadline: May
MADD Bursary Fund
Value: $4,000 - $8,000
Number: Several bursaries valued at $4,000 and one bursary valued at $8,000
Criteria: Students who have themselves or who have had an immediate family member (mother,
father, legal guardian or sibling) severely injured as a result of an impaired-driving
related crash
Must be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program
**Students must present court documentation, police report and/or newspaper articles
Apply: www.madd.ca
Deadline: May 31
Masonic Higher Education Bursaries
Value: Up to $5000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Financial need
Must pursue studies at a post-secondary institution in Alberta or the Northwest
Territories or in a program outside of these two province that is not otherwise available
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
www.mhebf.com
Deadline: February 1
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Metis Scholar Awards
Value: Varies
Number: Varies
Criteria: Must be Metis; Canadian citizen; enrolled in full-time studies (as defined by your
institution); demonstrate financial need
Other: Rupertsland Institute offers Metis Scholar Awards at a number of post-secondary
institutions across Alberta. In order to qualify for these awards, students must not be
receiving a Rupertsland Institute Metis Training to Employment Services (MTES)
sponsorship nor can they hold Registered or Treaty Indian status under Canada’s Indian
Act.
Apply: www.rupertsland.org/education/metis_scholar_awards
Deadline: January
Mindfuel Science Alberta Scholarship
Value: Up to $5000
Number: 1 at $5000; 4 at $2500
Criteria: Must be an Alberta high school graduate; must be entering first in an undergraduate
science, applied science degree or science education program at an Alberta based
postsecondary.
Apply: mindfuel.ca/scholarships/
Deadline: June 15
National Union of Public & General Employees Scholarships
Value: $1500 each
Number: Four Scholarships
Tommy Douglas Scholarship
Brian Fudge Memorial Scholarship – must be entering a field of study in health
care, criminal justice, community services or policing
Scholarship for LGBTQ2 Students – must identify as an LGBTQ2 student
Scholarship for Students of Colour – must identify as a person of colour
Terry Fox Memorial Scholarship – must identify as a person with a disability
Scholarship for Indigenous students – must identify as Indigenous
Criteria: Must be children/grandchildren or foster children/grandchildren of a member or retiree
of the National Union of Public and General Employees
Entering the 1st year of a public post-secondary education institution
Must write a 750 to 1000 words essay
Apply: www.nupge.ca
National Union of Public and General Employees
15 Auriga Drive
Nepean, ON K2E 1B7
scholarship@nupge.ca
Deadline: July
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Nutrien Indigenous Youth Financial Management Awards
Value: Over $5000
Number: Three
Criteria: Aboriginal ancestry, pursuing post-secondary studies in the areas of finance, commerce
and/or management and academically successful
**Students must write an essay and must not be more than 19 years of age
Apply: Apply online at www.afoa.ca
Deadline: November
Orville Erickson Memorial Scholarship
Value: $500 - $4000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Full-time students registered in a recognized Canadian educational institution in need of
financial assistance to pursue studies in the field of conservation (Biology, Zoology,
Global Resource Systems, Ecosystem Management, Environmental Sciences, etc.)
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: May 25
Phi Delta Kappa Future Educator’s Award
Value: $500 - $2000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Enrolling in an Education program at an institution in Alberta
Student must write an essay of 1000 words describing why Education is chosen field.
Apply: Application forms are available online at
pdkintl.org/programs-resources/scholarships-awards/prospective-educator-scholarships/
Lorraine Stewart
RR2
Site 215, C13
Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1X2
lmstew@outlook.com
Deadline: April 2
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada Student Award Program
Value: $500 - $10,000
Number: Fifty
Criteria: Must be the son, daughter or legal ward of persons who derive their principal income
from the pipeline construction industry in Canada and whose employer is a member of
the Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada. Must be pursuing post-secondary
education at a recognized Canadian college or university.
Apply: www.pipeline.ca
Deadline: October
Reading University Alumni Student Awards
Value: $1000 - $2500
Number: 1 at $1000; 1 at $2500
Criteria: Students must be a graduate of the grade 3 Reading University Summer Program;
demonstrate leadership qualities; have good academic achievement; be involved in the
community and/or extra-curricular activities
Apply: Students can get more information at Student Services but they must apply online at
www.readingu.org
Deadline: June 30
Remax “Quest for Excellence” Scholarship
Value: $1000
Number: Sixteen
Criteria: Must be a grade 12 student attending an Alberta high school.
** Students must submit an essay which conveys their motivation, leadership and
communication skills in connection with their community efforsts.
Apply: Students must apply online at www.remax.ca
Deadline: March 9
Retail Council of Canada Education Scholarship Program
Value: 1 at $5000; 1 at $3000; 18 at $1000
Number: Twenty
Criteria: Must be pursuing a career in retail, business, fashion, marketing or any other retail
related post-secondary program; must have a part-time or full-time job within the retail
industry; must plan on attending a Canadian college or university
Apply: www.retailcouncil.org
Deadline: April
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Ron Loughlin Memorial Bursary
Value: $1500
Number: One
Criteria: Must be a grade 12 student from one of the Grande Prairie surrounding area’s high
schools. Student must be planning to attend full-times studies at GPRC in the fall and
must be actively involved in some type of athletics.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services and must be handed in to Mrs.
Landry.
Deadline: June 1
Royal Bank of Canada Scholarships
Value: Varies
Number: Varies
Criteria: Must be enrolled in the first year of an accredited Canadian college or university as a
full-time student
Apply: www.rbcroyalbank.com/scholarships
Deadline: Varies depending on the scholarship
Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary (Alberta - NWT Command Awards)
Value: $500
Number: Varies
Criteria: Grade 12 graduates from a high school in Alberta or the Northwest Territories.
Pursuing post-secondary studies for the first time in an Alberta University, School of
Technology, Nursing program or a recognized college in Alberta.
Students must be:
1- children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, niece/nephew or great
niece/nephew of veterans personnel.
2- Children or grandchildren of current RCMP personnel
3- Children of a Reserve personnel and fire fighters (paid or volunteer) who
have served a minimum of one year, in advancing their education
4- Children or grandchildren of Auxiliary or Branch member.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Ladies Auxiliary Bursary Chairman
P.O. Box 44039 South Centre
Calgary, AB T2J 7C5
lacommand152@gmail.com
Deadline: August 31
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Schulich Leader Scholarships
Value: Up to $100,000
Number: 50
Criteria: Must be a grade 12 student, Canadian citizen and plan to pursue studies in engineering,
technology, innovation and scientific research at one of Schulich’s partner universities.
Must possess at least two of: academic excellence, leadership (community, business,
entrepreneurial) or financial need
Students pursuing careers in medicine and/or medical research DO NOT qualify
Apply: Only 1 student will be nominated by the school. If you’d like to be considered as a
school nominee, please let one of the two counsellors in Student Services know by the
deadline
For more information, visit the website at www.schulichleaders.com
Deadline: December 20
Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association of Northern Alberta Scholarship
Value: $1000
Number: Two
Criteria: Students applying must be disabled with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus. Must have
resided in Alberta, north of Red Deer, for at least two years and be accepted in a post-
secondary institution. Applications are selected on the basis of motivation, maturity
and academic background.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or online at www.sbhana.org
The Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Northern Alberta Scholarship
Committee
#400, 11010 – 101 Street
Edmonton AB T5H 4B9
Telephone: (780) 451-6921
Email: info@sbhana.org
Deadline: August 31
Stacey Levitt Memorial Award
Value: $2,500
Number: One
Criteria: Must be enrolled in a Canadian secondary school
**Students must write an essay (2 pages – font size 12).
**Students can use the funds for education purposes, sports and recreational activities
as well as travel experience.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services or at www.parachutecanada.org
Deadline: February 28
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020STEAM Horizon Awards
Value: $25,000
Number: Five
Criteria: Must be planning to pursue post-secondary studies in Canada in science, technology,
engineering, art and design or math
Must have been recognized in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art and
design or math through science fair, conference presentation, etc.
Maintain an academic average of 85% or higher
Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
Apply: Application forms are available online at steamhorizonawards.ca/
Deadline: January
TC Energy Scholarship
Value: $2,500 up to $10,000
Number: Two hundred and thirty two
Criteria: Must be planning to enroll in a post-secondary institution in the fall, a citizen or
permanent resident of Canada, located in a community near a TC Energy’s operations or
projects and must be someone who would benefit from supplementary education
funding
** There are three scholarship categories: 1- community leaders (demonstrate a strong
commitment to their community); 2- indigenous legacy (First Nations, Metis and Inuit
students pursuing post-secondary studies); 3- trades (enrolled in a trade such as, but
not limited to, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, welding, pipe fitting)
Apply: Apply online at https://www.tcenergy.com/community-investment/scholarships/
Deadline: May 15
TD Canada Trust Scholarships for Outstanding Community Leadership
Value: Up to $70,000
Number: Twenty
Criteria: In final year of high school
Outstanding community leadership. Initiative in attempting to make a meaningful
and lasting difference in their community.
Academic average of 75%
Apply: www.tdcanadatrust.com
Deadline: November 15
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
Value: Up to $28,000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Actively involved in voluntary humanitarian activities, good academic standing, planning
to enroll in a post-secondary program
Apply: terryfoxawards.ca
Deadline: February 1
Trans Canada Empower Communities Scholarships
Amount: Varies
Number: 150 (50 at $1000; 25 at $5000; 75 at $1000)
Criteria: Trans Canada Trades Scholarship ($1000): must be pursuing a career in trades relevant
to the energy industry including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, welding,
pipefitting, and camp related positions, etc.
Trans Canada Indigenous Legacy Scholarship ($5000): must be Inuit, Metis, First Nations
or Non Status planning to pursue post-secondary education
Trans Canada Community Leaders Scholarship ($1000): must be pursuing post-
secondary education and demonstrate a strong commitment to his or her community
through volunteer work, community participation, leadership or other activities.
Apply: Application forms are available online at www.tcscholarships.com
Deadline: April
Troy Drysdale Memorial Emergency Services Bursary
Amount: Up to $5000
Number: Varies
Criteria: Financial need, 18 years of age, no criminal convictions, attending accredited EMS or
EMT program.
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: June 30
Trumpeter Local ATA 26 Scholarships
Value: $1000
Number: Three
Criteria: Must be children of Trumpeter 26 who are entering post-secondary education for the
first or second year
Academic marks, school/community involvement and financial need will considered
Apply: Application forms are available at Student Services
Deadline: October 15 in the year following high school graduation
Scholarship Booklet 2019-2020Western Communities Foundation Exceptional Achievement Citation and Bursary Award
Amount: $750
Number: Varies
Criteria: High school graduate from the Grande Prairie area who intends to seek further training
or education to become a productive citizen of Canada and
• Who has overcome adversity (mental, physical disability), financial
hardship, family issues and/or
• Who has displayed outstanding community and/or school spirit as
an organizer, participant or volunteer and/or
• Who has demonstrated inspirational conduct – whether an act of
heroism or leadership in a crisis
Apply: The student must be nominated by the school for this award. If you’d like to be
nominated, make sure to tell your counsellor before the deadline.
westerngives.com/
Deadline: May 1
Zeqr Scholarship
Amount: $1000
Number: One
Criteria: Must be a student who is currently enrolled in a high school or college/university within
the United States or Canada
**Students must write an 800-1200 word essay on the selected topic
Apply: Students must apply online at www.zeqr.com/scholarship
Deadline: December
3D Children’s Society Past Recipient Scholarship
Amount: $2000 to split among the successful applicants
Number: Two; more if funds are available
Criteria: Must be a past-recipient of the 3D Children’s Society and attend a school in the Peace
Wapiti, Grande Prairie Catholic or Grande Prairie Public school districts.
Must be enrolled in a post-secondary program commencing in the same year as the
application
Apply: Students must mail their application to Darren Foley at the Grande Prairie Composite
High School
Deadline: May 31
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