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Board Chair Dave Colburn Superintendent of Schools Edgar Schmidt Centre for Education One Kingsway Edmonton, Alberta T5H 4G9 T. 780.429.8000 F. 780.429.8318 E. info@epsb.ca |
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:: Other Awards Available
AL HAMILTON SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS VALUE: $2000 per year for up to four years of post-secondary education NUMBER: two (one male, one female) CONDITIONS:These scholarships, sponsored by The Edmonton Oilers Alumni Association, in conjunction with the NHL Alumni, offer young student athletes, attending Edmonton Catholic or Edmonton Public Schools, the opportunity to pursue their athletic goals, and through post-secondary education, propel them towards their ultimate success. Each high school may nominate one male and one female grade twelve student athlete. The selection will be based on individuals who show leadership qualities, athletic and academic excellence. Financial need will also be considered. Additionally, students must be involved in a sport and plan on perusing that sport within the program at a College or University. Students must complete the information in the form and one of his/her coaches and/or instructors must write a brief letter highlighting qualities of the candidate. Any additional letters of recommendation are welcome. APPLY: Or fax your submission to: (780) 424-7669 Al Hamilton Scholarship Award Application Form DEADLINE: June 30, 2008. (scholarship recipients will be announced on August 22, 2008) ALBERTA ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING BURSARIES VALUE: up to $1000 NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: For full-time students enrolled in programs related to the mental health field. APPLY: DEADLINE: July 1 DONOR: Alberta Association for Community Living ALBERTA CERES WOMEN'S FRATERNITY SCHOLARSHIP VALUE: $250 NUMBER: one CONDITIONS: CERES Fraternity is an agricultural fraternity that promotes the appreciation of the rural lifestyle. The scholarship is awarded to one female student enrolling in her first year of studies at the University of Alberta. The ideal candidate should have an appreciation of the rural way of life, be actively involved in school and extra-curricular activities, and strive for excellence in all that she does. APPLY: DEADLINE: August 1 DONOR: Alberta CERES Women's Fraternity ALBERTA FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS - ARTS STUDY GRANTS VALUE: maximum $2000 NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: The purpose of these grants are to assist individual artists or administrators to improve qualifications and skills. Available to youth and undergraduates pursuing a program of studies in the Arts. Banff Centre and programs funded by the Foundation are excluded. Selection is done by juries and is highly competitive. APPLY: DEADLINE: March 1 DONOR: Alberta Foundation for the Arts ALBERTA FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS GRANTS VISUAL ARTS - ARTS STUDY GRANTS VALUE: up to 25% of projected costs to a maximum of $2,000 NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: The purpose of these grants are to assist individuals to undertake programs of study to improve their qualifications and skills in the visual arts. Available to Alberta residents planning to attend a program of study acceptable to the Foundation. Eligible activities include undergraduate or diploma-related visual arts studies, excluding Banff Centre and programs funded by the Foundation. Selection is done by juries and is highly competitive. APPLY: DEADLINE: March 1 DONOR: Alberta Foundation for the Arts ALBERTA FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS GRANTS - DANCE/MUSIC/THEATRE PROJECTS VALUE: up to 50% of project expenses NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: The purpose of the grants is to assist artists and organizations in the performing arts with short-term activities not part of a continuing program. Available to individuals, groups, ensembles, and organizations. Eligible activities include touring; exposure; marketing; cooperative ventures; sound recording; and other short term activities. Selection is done by juries and is highly competitive. APPLY: DEADLINE: March 1 & September 1 DONOR: Alberta Foundation for the Arts VALUE: varies NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: Applicants MUST be past or present 4-H members and residents of Alberta. Selection criteria vary for each award. APPLY: DEADLINE: May 5 DONOR: various ALBERTA PRESS COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP VALUE: $2000 NUMBER: One CONDITIONS: Applicants must either be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident; have resided in Alberta for at least one year prior to time of application; and be currently enrolled in a grade 12 Alberta Education Curriculum. Applicants can apply if a family member of a member newspaper staff person, but cannot apply if a relative of a current Press Council member. The scholarship is awarded based on: confirmation of enrollment full time in any field of study at a Post Secondary degree or diploma program institution; the applicant agreeing to allow the publishing of their essay on the Alberta Press Council's website and on newswire services etc.; and writing a 1000 - 1100 word essay on a pre-determined topic. APPLY: Alberta Press Council, Selection Committee Print application at http://www.albertapresscouncil.ca/scholarships.html Faxed Applications are not accepted. DEADLINE: End of February DONOR: The Alberta Press Council VALUE: $1000 NUMBER: One CONDITIONS: Applicants must be permanent residents or citizens of Canada; residents of the greater Edmonton area or be studying with a teacher in the greater Edmonton area; between the ages of 11 and 15 (inclusive) on the application deadline; pursuing classical music study; experiencing financial need which would restrict their ability to pursue classical music study; and have outstanding talent in classical music performance (vocal and/or instrumental). APPLY: Download application at http://ecfoundation.org/forstudents DEADLINE: January 15 DONOR: Winspear Fund BELCOURT BROSSEAU MÉTIS AWARDS INFORMATION 2009/10 AREA OF STUDY: Post Secondary / Trades VALUE: Most Awards range from $2,000 and $9,000 DEADLINE: March 31 for academic programs and trades. CONDITIONS: Applicants must be Métis and intend to pursue a qualified program. Awards are based on a holistic assessment of financial need, connection to the Metis community and other circumstances. Academic standing is not a primary factor in selection of recipients. Priority is given to full time students entering the first year of their program. Students may apply in subsequent years as these awards are open to students in all years of study. Awards assist with direct costs of education such as; tuition fees and books. No living allowance is provided. APPLY: Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards (780) 426-0015 or 1-866-626-0015 VALUE: $2,500 NUMBER: Four CONDITIONS: In order to qualify for the scholarship program students must:
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Eco Canada Environmental Careers Organization DONOR: Eco Canada Environmental Careers Organization Download Application at: http://www.eco.ca/public/career-planning/scholarships/about/146/ EDMONTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CENTENNIAL SCHOLARSHIP VALUE: $500 NUMBER: Two CONDITIONS: Must be a graduate from a City of Edmonton high school, enrolled full-time in a post- secondary institution at time of graduation in a business related program (i.e., Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Management, Management Studies, Marketing Program, etc.) Student must be committed to school involvement and participation, and have demonstrated leadership and participation in a wide variety of activities with emphasis given to business or entrepreneurial experience. APPLY:
Edmonton Chamber of Commerce DEADLINE: June 26 DONOR: Edmonton Chamber of Commerce EDMONTON CIVIC EMPLOYEES BURSARIES VALUE: varies NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: For children of city employees. Based on financial need and satisfactory performance. APPLY: http://www.cupelocal30.ca/programs_social.html DONOR: Edmonton Civic Employees VALUE: up to $1000 NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: Out-of-Province Fellowships are available to Alberta students who wish to pursue full-time post-secondary studies taught in French at a designated institution. The fellowship has a minimum value of $500 per semester. An additional fellowship - the Roger Mahé Memorial Award may be awarded. APPLY: DEADLINE: July 17 (Out of Province) - September 18 (in Province) DONOR: Government of Alberta GRANT MACEWAN YOUNG WRITER'S SCHOLARSHIP VALUE: $2,500 NUMBER: Four CONDITIONS: The purpose of this award is to honour the life and contributions of the late Dr. Grant MacEwan. Dr. MacEwan wrote more than fifty books on subjects including nature, folklore, agriculture, politics, environment, literature, history and the people of Alberta. Applicants must create a literary work between 1,000 and 5,000 words in length in English or French, which reflects Alberta and/or one of Dr. MacEwan's many interests. Essays or stories should not be biographical overviews of Dr. MacEwan's life but should be creative pieces inspired by Dr. MacEwan's life, legacy and interests. An applicant must be a resident of Alberta and be between 16 and 25 years of age as of December 31 of the year of application. Applicants must prove enrolment in an acceptable program of study or mentorship. If a winning applicant is not enrolled at the time of application, funds will be held on their behalf for no more than three years. If under 18 years of age, a parent and/or guardian must co-sign the application. Any work submitted must be original and written solely by the applicant. Four copies of all material must be submitted in hard copy: the completed application form, the literary work on white, 8 ½ x 11 paper, single-sided, double-spaced, in 12-pt. type, a personal letter responding to specific questions, and one letter of reference. APPLY: DEADLINE: December 31,2003 (Please note the application deadline for 2004 will be December 1.) DONOR: Government of Alberta GERMAN-CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA GERMAN 20 AWARD VALUE: 1st prize - $200; 2nd prize - $150; 3rd prize - $125; 4th prize - $100; 5th prize - $ 75 NUMBER: Five CONDITIONS: Students must achieve an outstanding grade in German 20, promote German culture, participate in German cultural activities, and make valuable contributions to the German 20 class. APPLY: Students are nominated by their German 20 teachers. DONOR: German-Canadian Association of Alberta HALLADAY MEMORIAL STUDENT AWARD VALUE: up to $1000 NUMBER: one CONDITIONS: Student must be enrolled at an Alberta college or university in an undergraduate program related to recreation and parks. Student must be a member of the Alberta Parks and Recreation Association and have contributed to recreation and/or parks services through volunteer activities, work experience, studies, and involvement in ARPA. APPLY: http://www.awards.arpaonline.ca/ Awards Committee DEADLINE: May 31 DONOR: Alberta Recreation and Parks Association INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS VALUE: $2000 ($1000 in first year and $1000 in second year) NUMBER: two (one male and one female) CONDITIONS: Available to members, or dependents of a member, in good standing with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 955 who are entering the first year in any two year program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in the final year of high school. Financial need may be a deciding factor in the event of a tie. APPLY: DONOR: International Union of Operating Engineers VALUE: $1000 NUMBER: two each year CONDITIONS: These are tenable in a degree program at a university in Alberta or at an affiliated college. Candidates must have resided in the province of Alberta for at least three years prior to application. Based on financial need and payable when student is in full time attendance at a post-secondary institution. APPLY: http://www.iodealberta.com/awards.htm DEADLINE: July 15 DONOR: The Provincial Chapter of Alberta, IODE VALUE: $1500 award to the top male and female student, $750 runner-up to four other finalists NUMBER: six CONDITIONS: Available to male and female students who demonstrate superior achievement in athletics, academics, and involvement in the life of the school. APPLY: DEADLINE: May 4 DONOR: Edmonton Journal KINSMEN CLUB OF EDMONTON ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE VALUE: $500 NUMBER: one for each high school CONDITIONS: A graduating student from each senior high school who exhibits outstanding participation and performance in the area of community service and plans to attend a post-secondary institution. APPLY: School Counselor DONOR: Kinsmen Club of Edmonton LORD STRATHCONA TRUST FUND SCHOLARSHIP, ALBERTA VALUE: $1000 NUMBER: three CONDITIONS: Awarded to students entering the first year or continuing studies in Education, Physical Education or Recreation Management on a full-time basis. Students must have served or be serving with Alberta cadet units for at least three years. APPLY: DEADLINE: June 1 DONOR: Lord Strathcona Trust Fund MANCAP FOUNDATION LEGACY EDUCATION GRANTS VALUE: $3000 NUMBER: six (annually) CONDITIONS: The ManCap Foundation Legacy Education Grants, each given in the name of an Alberta entrepreneur, are awarded to Alberta high school graduates entering first year studies in a business program at an accredited Alberta post-secondary institution. Applicants must meet entrance requirements for chosen program, and submit two letters of recommendation, one from a teacher and one from another adult (not relatives). Also required is a completed application form and a 250 word essay outlining why the student feels entrepreneurship is important to his/her career. APPLY: DEADLINE: July 31 DONOR: The ManCap Foundation (financed with funds raised in the private sector). MILLER THOMSON FOUNDATION NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS VALUE: approximately $3000 NUMBER: one hundred (annually) CONDITIONS: These scholarships, established in 2003, are to encourage and promote attainment of higher education goals for individuals who have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement, have made a positive contribution to their school through extra-curricular activities, and have made significant contributions of time and energy to community service programs. To apply, students must be attending a Canadian secondary school, currently in their graduating year, and planning to attend a post-secondary institution in the Fall of their graduating year to pursue a course of study within Canada leading to a degree or diploma from an accredited community college or university. Applicants must obtain a Secondary School Diploma. APPLY: Write to DEADLINE: March 1 MOTOR DEALERS' ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA EDUCATION FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM VALUE: varies NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: A variety of programs exist to assist Alberta students who are pursuing a career in the automotive industry. APPLY: DEADLINE: May 30 DONOR: Motor Dealers' Association Education Foundation VALUE: $2000 NUMBER: three CONDITIONS: The Nancy Fairley Scholarship was established in memory of Nancy Fairley who taught English in the International Baccalaureate program with Edmonton Public Schools for many years. To be eligible for a scholarship, nominees must be completing a full International Baccalaureate program in their final year of high school and must have achieved high academic standing, specifically in the IB English 30 course, while maintaining a high academic standing overall. Nominees must also demonstrate leadership qualities by contributing to their school and/or community. Financial need will also be considered. Nominees must be pursuing their studies at a qualified university or college in Alberta. Preference will be given to those enrolled at a qualified university in Alberta. All applicants must have a teacher-nominator. Nomination forms (with required attachments) must be sent in by the Nominator. APPLY: Download application at http://ecfoundation.org/forstudents DEADLINE: May 31 DONOR: Family and friends of Nancy Fairley ADMINISTERED BY: Edmonton Community Foundation RE/MAX "QUEST FOR EXCELLENCE" BURSARIES VALUE: $500 NUMBER: Twenty CONDITIONS: The RE/MAX "Quest for Excellence" program was established to recognize the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students. Applicants must be residents of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Yukon, Nunavut or Northwest Territories and be attending school in Grade 12. Applicants must write an essay on one of five subject areas (not to exceed 1250 words, typed, double spaced, 12 point): Leadership, Sports, Performing Arts, Technology or Trades, Fine Arts, or Community/Volunteer Service. An additional page to better support the essay may be attached, including supporting documentation such as pictures of art, projects created, photographs of sports participation, samples of literature or poetry, letters of reference, etc. Funds may be used at the discretion of each individual, but are encouraged to be used for further education. The application form and descriptions of the five essay categories can be found on the RE/MAX website. APPLY: DEADLINE: Open for submissions from mid-September to early March DONOR: RE/MAX of Western Canada (1998), Inc. ROSE MARGARET KING MERIT AWARDS VALUE: several awards with a mazimum of $4000 per award NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: The Rose Margaret King Merit Awards support the education of youth and mature students living in Edmonton. The award, in the form of a bursary, can be used to cover tuition, tools and books and mandatory school fees. Applicants must be permanent residents/citizens of Canada; be an Edmonton resident or a returning student who received most of his/her primary/secondary education in Edmonton; demonstrate financial need; and have applied to or are accepted into a training program and/or a program of study offered by a qualified post-secondary institution in Alberta. The applicant's chosen program of study must lead to a recognized license, certificate, diploma or degree at the undergraduate level, although lead-up programs including academic upgrading, college preparation programs, bridging programs, and apprenticeship training programs are also eligible. The award is renewable, and open to full-time and part-time students in all years of study or training but preference will be given to full-time students. Special consideration will be given to former students of Alex Taylor School. APPLY: Download application at http://ecfoundation.org/forstudents DEADLINE: May 15 DONOR: Rose Margaret King Education Fund ADMINISTERED BY: Edmonton Community Foundation VALUE: up to $1500 NUMBER: varies CONDITIONS: Available to students enrolled in any program. Two types of awards are available: APPLY: DEADLINE: December 15 DONOR: Soroptimist Foundation SPINA BIFIDA AND HYDROCEPHALUS ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN ALBERTA SCHOLARSHIP VALUE: $500 NUMBER: one CONDITIONS: Students applying for this award must provide confirmation of Spina Bifida or Hydrocephalus by a medical practitioner, and be a Canadian citizen for at least two years. Candidates must also reside in Alberta, north of Red Deer, and be accepted in a Canadian post-secondary institution. Applicants will be selected on the basis of motivation, maturity and academic background. APPLY: DEADLINE: August 31 DONOR: The Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Northern Alberta YOUNG AND FREE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM VALUE: $1000 NUMBER: 30 CONDITIONS:
APPLY: http://www.youngfreealberta.com/scholarship/ DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted from June 7 to July 18, 2011. DONOR: Servus Credit Union YOUTH FORMERLY IN CARE BURSARY VALUE: $1000 NUMBER: one CONDITIONS: This bursary was established to assist those who have been under the care of Alberta Children's Services and no longer qualify for support to continue their education. The daughters of Marshall Hamar created this award in memory of their father who, by his example and personal values, inspired his family to commit to community service and education. Applicants must be permanent residents/citizens of Canada; be an Edmonton or Northern Alberta resident; have spent a minimum of 2 years under the care and/or guardianship of Children's Services in Alberta and must have left care at age 16 or older; be 25 or younger at the time of application; demonstrate financial need; and have qualified for full-time post-secondary entrance to the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), Grant MacEwan College, or the University of Alberta in Edmonton. The bursary can be used to cover tuition costs, books, tools and in some cases a portion of living expenses. APPLY: Download application at http://ecfoundation.org/forstudents DEADLINE: May 15 DONOR: Marshall Hamar Memorial Fund ADMINISTERED BY: Edmonton Community Foundation |
     
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