SCHOLARSHIP LISTING BY DATE
(Criteria following Definition of Terms)

DEFINITION OF TERMS

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A scholarship is a cash award given to a student primarily on the basis of academic standing.

A bursary is an award given to a student who has attained a certain level of achievement and is in need of financial assistance to continue his/her education.

A prize is a small award given in recognition of some specific superior accomplishment. Prizes may be in the form of such things as books, plaques, subscriptions or cash.

LOANS/GRANTS

A loan is advanced on the understanding that the money will be repaid upon the completion of one’s studies. The Federal and Provincial Governments both provide student loan plans. A grant is financial assistance from public funds in support of a specific project usually awarded at a graduate level.

The Student Finance Board administrates both Province of Alberta and Canada Students Loans. Both loans are applied for on one application. Forms are available in early May in the counselor's office.

Start your research early. This book is not a complete list of scholarships.

Awards/scholarship criteria, value and deadlines change frequently. This package, at the time of printing, contains accurate information to the best of our knowledge.

Please inform the Counseling Department if there is any change to the status of information contained in this book.

It is the student’s responsibility to process any scholarships for which they may qualify. Some applications require extensive preparations. We recommend application process to begin one month before deadline. Follow these steps:

1. Review this booklet and highlight the scholarships for which you qualify.

2. Request a copy of the scholarship application from the counseling department and review criteria with a counselor.

3. Prepare your C.V. Make a copy of your C.V. plus the scholarship criteria and give them to each person who is writing a reference letter on your behalf.

4. Students are responsible for completing the process by mailing or delivering their scholarship application before the due date.

All students should check with their parents’ employers, clubs, associations and community leagues for additional information and scholarship opportunities.

All post-secondary institutions offer undergrad entrance scholarships . Inquire through awards offices at the particular institution.

Extensive scholarship and career search information can be accessed through the Internet (see pages 33, 34).

Students must insure a transcript of their final marks is sent to each institution to which you are applying. Applications for transcripts are available through the Counseling Department, Student Services, or Alberta Learning on line. (Need Alberta Education I.D. number, credit card, plus make a declaration). Request your transcript mid June (use a time code of "2").

For additional information and resources check with Mr. Dumont.

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SCHOLARSHIPS

A & M CATERING

Criteria: Grade 12 student registered at a Post Secondary Institution. Holy Trinity's Unsung Hero: Hard worker, behind the scenes, does not seek limelight. Staff Nomination only.

Value: $250
Deadline: Spring

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ABORIGINAL AWARDS PROGRAM COLLEGE & UNIVERSITY
www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/index_e.html

Criteria: Extensive list of Aboriginal student grants, scholarships and bursaries. Includes information on Transition Year Program, at U of A (Access Program for first year Aboriginal students)

Also includes:
Alberta Blue Cross
Anderson, Ann (ECS)
Bank of Montreal Internship
Belcourt Brosseau Metis Awards (Dollars for Learners)
Business Leadership Awards
Foundation for Advancement of Aboriginal Youth (FAAY)
Family and Social Services Bursary Program
Health Careers Bursary
Husky Oil Aboriginal Education Awards
Wahkotowin Award (ECS)

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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION (U of A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards   

Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must have first-class standing (80% or higher) currently enrolled in grade 11 and plan on entering full-time undergraduate studies at the U of A. Applications for specific scholarships automatically forwarded to you in fall of grade 12.

Value: From $500 - $5,000
Deadline: June 15 or December 15 of your Grade 12 year

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ALBERTA ASSOCIATION SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (AASRO)
www.aasro.com   

Criteria: Essay contest. Open to all high school students enrolled in any Alberta school.

Value: $500-1500
Deadline: Check web site for this year’s topic, rules and deadline.

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ALBERTA BLUE CROSS BENEFITS CORPORATION FOUNDATION
www.ab.bluecross.ca

Check web site. Many scholarships available. Click on About Us (top) click scholarship program (left). Applications available at the Awards Office of the institution you plan to attend.

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ALBERTA BLUE CROSS (Grant MacEwan)

Criteria: Eligible students should be Alberta high school graduates with no previous post-secondary education, and registered in any full-time program at Grant MacEwan Community College of two or more years in duration. Academic achievement 80% and financial needs (must not be receiving more than $3500 in other scholarships and/or bursaries for the current academic year.)

Value: $375 - $1,250

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APPLE SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Criteria: Students 16 - 19 years old graduating in 2009 planning to attend a 2 or 4 year Canadian College or University in Fall of 2009. A Resident of Canada.

Value: 1 Mac Book, 1 iPod, $2000.00 (Total Value of $4000.00)
Deadline: May 31

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ALBERTA CHILDREN’S SERVICES
www.child.gov.ab.ca

1. GREAT KIDS AWARDS (Alberta Children’s Services)

Criteria: The Great Kids Awards showcase the tremendous achievements of outstanding children and youth, and publicly honour their contributions. Nomination forms available by calling 415-0085.

Value: $375 - $1250
Deadline: November 15

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2. ADVANCING FUTURES

(Students with Child Welfare Status. Bursary to assist with various costs of education.)

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ALBERTA FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION

Criteria: Enrolled in a minimum one year environmental sciences or related program at an accredited Alberta post-secondary institution. The applicant or their parent/ guardian must be a member of the Alberta Fish & Game Association or an affiliated Fish & Game club. Related interests an asset (eg: Scouts, Junior Forest Wardens). 500 word essay outlining why they should be chosen and future goals. Topics may change.

Value: $500 per year
Deadline: February 28

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ALBERTA FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS

Criteria: Performing Arts/Visual Arts

Value: $5,000
Deadline: March 1

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ALBERTA 4-H SCHOLARSHIPS (Alberta Agriculture)

Criteria: Must be a 4-H Club member to be eligible.

Value: $200 - $1,500
Deadline: May 15

Also Available:
AgPlus Education Awards. Preference given to children and grandchildren in Agricore. Value: 12/$1,000

Monsanto Agribusiness Scholarship . Must be from a farm family, enrolled in first year Agriculture (any discipline), Agri-Science, or Management (Marketing/Finance). Value: 10/$1,000

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ALBERTA MILK SCHOLARSHIP
www.asaa.ca

Criteria: Applicant must be planning to attend a post-secondary in Canada.

Value: $200 - $1500
Deadline: June 1

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ALBERTA PRESS COUNCIL SCHOLARSHIP (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships

Criteria: Alberta, resident currently attending high school, enrolling full-time in a post-secondary program. Based on applicants ability to write an essay on a given topic.

Value: $1,000
Deadline: January 15

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APEGGA EDUCATION FOUNDATION
(Association of Professional Engineers, Geologists and Geophysicists of Alberta)
www.apegga.org

Criteria: Grade 12 students entering the Faculty of Engineering or the Department of Geology or Geophysics at the University of Alberta or University of Calgary:
marks, extra-curricular activities, financial need and student statement.

Value: 12/$2,000
Deadline: July 15

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ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
www.actv.com (Click on classroom for scholarship info)

Criteria: Biographical Essay Contest

Value: $5,000 in Canadian Savings Bond and 2/$2,500
Deadline: November 1

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BANK OF MONTREAL ENTRANCE AWARD (NAIT)
www.nait.ab.ca/scholarships

Criteria: Available to high school and upgrading students planning to enter any Applied Degree, Diploma or Certificate program. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence in Grade XII level Math and English, and financial need .

Value: $1,500
Deadline: May 30

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Criteria: Outstanding academic, active community involvement for Aboriginal Youth, Minority Youth,  and youth with disabilities.

Value: $1000 GCI's  (50)
Deadline: June 16, 06 

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BASEBALL ALBERTA
www.baseballalberta.com

Also includes:
Edmonton International Baseball Foundation (Ron Hayter) Bursary
Prairie Baseball Academy
Reiniger, Dave Memorial
Wilson, Gordie Memorial Award
White, Bob Memorial Scholarship
Taylor, Doris Scholarship

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BLACK ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS SOCIETY OF ALBERTA

Criteria: The nominee shall, in a detailed personal statement of 200 words or less, outline their background, career, present work or activity, volunteer activities, affiliation, education experience (formal or informal), recognition and networking for grade 11 and 12 students

Value: Seminar and brunch (Value varies)
Deadline: August 14

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BOYS’ & GIRLS’ CLUBS OF ALBERTA SCHOLARSHIP (AHSF)

Criteria: Open to current or former members. Must be entering any year of post secondary studies. Based on community involvement, letters of recommendation and a short statement from applicant.

Value: 3/$500
Deadline: July 1

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BRIGHT, JOHN – MEMORIAL AWARD (Edmonton Journal)

Criteria: Outstanding in each of the following three areas during their senior high years:
ACADEMIC, CITIZENSHIP, ATHLETIC

Value: 2/$1000 (1 male, 1 female) plus trophy
4 runners up/$500
Deadline: April 14

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BURGER KING/McLAMONE NORTH AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Criteria: Open to seniors/grade 12 students in North America who maintained mid to above average marks throughout high school, work part-time for an average of 15 hours/week ( NOTE : do not have to be employed by Burger King), demonstrate good conduct, attitude, community service and/or co-curricular activities, financial need. Selection committee to choose 1 candidate/school.

Value: Over 1,000/$1,000 (1 male and 1 female/school)
Deadline: December 1 for selection

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CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF PRINCIPALS STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD SCHOLARSHIP
www.lhbe.edu.on.ca/scholarships/c.htm

Criteria: One nomination per school, done by principal or selection committee. Grade 12 student must show outstanding leadership.

Hand in Curriculum Vitae (Resume) to Counseling Office one week prior to deadline.

Value: 21/$500
Deadline: March 1

Check website for 2008-09 in January 2009.

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CANADIAN GOLF FOUNDATION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
www.lhbe.edu.on.ca/scholarships/c.htm

Criteria: Scholarships and awards for academic and golf achievement (regional, provincial or national) minimum 75% average for last two high school years.

Value: 24/up to $4000/for up to 4 years
Deadline: June 30

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CANADIAN HOSPITALITY FOUNDATION FOOD SERVICE AND ACCOMMODATION SCHOLARSHIPS www.chfscholarships.ca  and www.ohischolarships.ca

Criteria: The student must be going into a college diploma program or a university degree program in Canada in one of the following areas of study in September of this year.  Hospitality, Hotel Tourism Food and Beverage Culinary The student must be a Canadian citizien or permanent resident. Applications must be submitted on line.

Value: Six - $3000 College Entrance Scholarships Five $3500 and one $1000 University Entrance Scholarships -
Deadline: April 30

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CANADIAN MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
www.cmsf.ca

Criteria: Offered to recognize and reward well-rounded students who demonstrate character, leadership potential and a commitment to the community. Must present an 80%⁺ average, show ability to carry a substantial academic load, service and leadership

Value: National awards: Up to $10,000/year, renewable up to 4 times
Regional awards: $1500
Provincial awards: $500
Deadline: October 10 for selection (school sponsors up to 3)

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CANADIAN SANITATION SUPPLY ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

Criteria: Must submit: application form, employment history, activity and leadership record, essay, photograph, transcripts and an evaluation form.

Value: 4/$2,000
Deadline: June 1

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THE CANADIAN WAR MUSEUM HISTORY AWARD

Criteria: Open to all graduating high school and CEGEP students who are entering university, preferably in a recognized degree program in history. Include with application two copies of a 1,500 word typed essay (6-8 pages) on a pre-determined subject.

Value: 5/ $1,000
Deadline: March 31

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CANADIAN WESTERN BANK – ENTRANCE AWARD (NAIT)

Criteria: Available to full-time students entering the School of Business. Awarded on the basis of top academic achievement in the final year of high school or upgrading courses.

Value: $2000
Deadline: May 31

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CEP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (Communications, Energy & Paperworkers Union of Canada)
www.ihbe.edu.on.ca/scholarships/c.htm

Criteria: CEP members of good standing (or their children) Essay of 1,500 – 2,000 words on specified topic.

Value: 12/$2,000
Deadline: March 31

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CHILDREN’S ABILITY FUND
www.childrensabilityfund.ab.ca (Formerly Rice Bursary Fund)

Criteria: Awarded to an individual with a disability, who is entering the first year of post-secondary education, academic, financial need.

Value: $2500 - $5000
Deadline: August 1 (Many other disability-related awards are available)

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CLUB CALABRIA DR. ANTONIO CARIA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Members of Club Calabria for 2 years, must be of Italian background, proof of registration in a post-secondary educational institution, official transcript, leadership, school and community, parish and Club Calabria.

Value: $1,000
Deadline: June 30

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COLLETON – FATHER TED (SCHOLARSHIP)

Criteria: Grade 12, active involvement in "life issues" and/or profile movement

Value: Unknown
Deadline: Postmarked no later than January 10

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CUNNINGHAM AND LINDSEY (formerly Morden and Helwig)

Criteria: Applicants whose parent, natural or legal guardian, or immediate relative is employed by, or recently retired from, the insurance industry. Scholastic standing, financial assistance.

Value: $1,000/province
Deadline: July 31

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DA COSTA, MATHIEU -- AWARDS PROGRAM (Canadian Teachers’ Federation)
www.ctf-fce.ca/mdc/mdce.htm

Criteria: The program invites elementary and secondary students (aged 9-18) to research, discover and celebrate the contributions made by Canadians of aboriginal and diverse ethnocultural origins to the building of Canada. (Essay, short story, poem or piece of artwork.)

Value: Awards Ceremony in February, prizes and Certificates of Achievement.
Deadline: December 5

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DELTA UPSILON MEN’S UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP (U of A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards   

Criteria: Graduating high school male student who exhibits strengths in leadership, academics and athletics. Planning to attend the U of A; does not have to join the fraternity to win.

Value: $500 and plaque
Deadline: June 30

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DOLLARS FOR LEARNERS (Dollars for Learning/Edmonton Community Foundation)
www.dollarsforlearners.com

Also includes:
Belcourt Brosseau Metis Awqrds (no deadline)
Charmaine Letourneau Fund (Hard of Hearing)
Nancy Fairley Scholarship (Full IB)
Rose Margaret King Merit Awards (financial need, preference having attended inner city schools)
Winspear Fund (Classical voice and /or music with recognition)
Youth Formerly in Care

Value: varies
Deadline: May 15

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DRADER MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES LTD. –ENTRANCE AWARD (NAIT)
www.nait.ab.ca/scholarships

Criteria: Available to high school and upgrading students planning to enter into the Plastics Engineering Technology or Plastics Technician programs. Awarded on the basis of high academic achievement (at least 80% or better)

Value: $500.00
Deadline: May 30

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DUNNIGAN, JOHN AND VERA -- PHYSICAL EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP (E.C.S.)

Criteria: Must be a graduate of the Edmonton Catholic School district, be enrolled in a post-secondary program with the intention of teaching Phys. Ed., and indicate a need for financial assistance.

Value: $500
Deadline: June 15

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EDMONTON HERITAGE FESTIVAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: To be a volunteer at The Edmonton Heritage Festival, long weekend in August

Value: The festival offers 6/$300 scholarships (by random draw) to volunteers enrolled in post-secondary education at any recognized learning institution with studies to begin on or before December 31.
Deadline: Done at festival 488-3378

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EDMONTON OILERS’ ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (Al Hamilton)

Criteria: Selection based on athletic and academic excellence, school activities, community involvement, leadership qualities and financial need . Every Edmonton high school can recommend 1 male and 1 female. See counselors if you would like to be a candidate.

Value: $2000/year, maximum 4 years
Deadline: June 15

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FACULTE ST. JEAN ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS (Bourse) (U of A)

Criteria: Have outstanding academic achievement in grade 11 (75%⁺). Have superior academic record in French Language Arts in grade 11 and 12 (75%⁺). Registered at Faculte St. Jean of the U of A.

Value: 40/$1000
Deadline: March 15

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FOOTE, ELDON --TRACK AND FIELD SCHOLARSHIP (U of A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards   

Criteria: 80%⁺ on grade 12 courses, and who will become members of the Pandas or Golden Bears Track and Field teams. One scholarship each for a male and for a female. Demonstrates excellence in both academics and track and field.

Value: $2000, renewable up to 5 times (2 awards of up to $10000)
Deadline: July 4

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FOX, TERRY -- HUMANITARIAN AWARD PROGRAM
www.terryfox.org

Criteria: International competition. Must demonstrate outstanding ideals and qualities of citizenship and humanitarian service while in pursuit of excellence in academic, amateur sport, fitness, health and voluntary community service endeavours. (Pursuance in the face of obstacles.) (One nomination per school, see counselors.)

Value: $7000/year, maximum of 4 years
Deadline: February 1

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GARFIELD WESTON MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FOR COLLEGES
www.gwmsc.ca   

Criteria: Awards college-bound students who are passionate about their field of study, caring about their community and truly want to make a difference.

Value: Up to 58 awards annually ranging in value from $2500 to $40,000 to students entering college for the first time.
Deadline: April 12th, 06

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GLOBAL CITIZEN AWARDS

Criteria: For grade 12. Applicants must be college-bound who are permanent residents of the United States or Canada. Applicants must be nominated by their school. Each high school in the U.S. and Canada may nominate one applicant for the award (2 Canadian students will be chosen). Applicants are asked to write an essay on a specified topic. Please see Counseling Office before applying.

Value: A 10-day expenses-paid educational tour of Europe.
Deadline: February 15

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GREYHOUND CANADA
www.greyhound.ca   

Criteria: Open to any student planning to attend a college or university that is recognized (see list on website).  Apply on Line.

Value: 3/$4000 plus $1000 towards books. Additional $1000 worth of prizes
Deadline: May 11

Additional $1000 worth of prizes

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HARRISON, HAL -- MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/schoharships   

Criteria: Grade 12 student with the highest marks who is enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution. One parent must be a member in good standing with the Alberta Volunteer Fire Fighters’ Association. Averages are calculated using the grade 12 Alexander Rutherford Scholarship Criteria.

Value: $250
Deadline: June 1

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HOUSE OF COMMONS (See Page Programme)

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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA SCHOLARSHIPS (U OF A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/Awards/Awards.html   

Criteria: Based on academic achievement in the IB Diploma Program. Students must provide the Registrar’s Office with a transcript of their final IB Diploma grades. NO application form.

Value: 50/$500
Deadline: August 1

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I.O.D.E. CORONATION BURSARY
www.iodealberta.com/awards.htm   

Criteria: High school student entering any degree-granting Program in Alberta. Financial assistance; extra curricular interests including volunteer activities; goals following graduation; other awards applied for.

Value: 2/$1000
Deadline: July 15

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ITALIAN WOMEN’S SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Criteria: Must be of Italian background, final year of high school and must have maintained throughout high school an average of 80% . The applicant should possess leadership qualities and demonstrate a willingness to serve the community.

Value: $500
Deadline: June 10

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JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT:
1. HARDY, ALLAN, D. – AWARD FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ET AL.

Criteria: Limited to participants in Junior Achievement’s Company Program or Student Venture Program. Enroll in a full time program at Grant MacEwan Community College. A strong entrepreneurial talent and evidence of future entrepreneurial aspirations.

Value: $1000
Deadline: February 28
 

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2. SHELL READ LEARN AND WIN SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Grade 10-12 students must read the Edmonton Sun daily for a period of 4 weeks and answer questions provided.

Value: 5/$2000 (A DRAW)
Deadline: February to March

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KELLER, BILL MEMORIAL AWARD

Criteria: Academic interest in broadcasting or agriculture. Grade 12 Student.

Value: 4/$2,500
Deadline: August 31

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KING ROSE MARGARET MERIT AWARDS (Dollars for Learning/Edmonton Community Foundation) www.ecfoundation.org
www.dollarsforlearning.com

Criteria: For youth and mature students residing in Edmonton in financial need and wanting to pursue post secondary education and/or training.

Value: Up to $4000
Deadline: May 15

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KINSMEN CLUB OF EDMONTON YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE

Criteria: The recipient must demonstrate good citizenship characteristics and show concern for others. They must have participated in a community service project and provided an extraordinary service to fellow students or others, outside normal school activities and programs. Preference will be given to the community service project(s) and not scholastic achievement.

Value: $500
Deadline: April 30

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

1. ALBERTA/NWT STATE SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: All-round student achievement and financial need rather than strictly academic performance. Applicants must be a Knight (or the child, wife/widow of a Knight) in good standing. Include official transcripts, reference letters from high school, church, as well as a personal reference

Value: 2/ $500
Deadline: May 31

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2. ST. CHARLES PARISH IN EDMONTON

Criteria: Member of St. Charles, volunteerism, active faith, personal essay, two (2) letters of reference, open to all grades .

Value: $500
Deadline: April 30

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KOLESAR, ANNA AND JOHN -- MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships   

Criteria: Applicant with the highest academic average in three subjects as shown on an Alberta Education Transcript. English 30 must be included plus any two of the following: Soc 30, Math 30,  Bio 30, Chem 30, Physics 30,  or a language other than English at the 30 level. Must be resident of Alberta planning to enroll in a Faculty of Education. Must be from a family where neither parent has a university degree.

Value: $1200
Deadline: July 1

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KOZIAK, EMILY -- MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP (ECS)

Criteria: Must be a graduate of ECS; be enrolled in a post-secondary program with the intention of entering the field of education and indicate a need for financial assistance.

Value: 50/$500
Deadline: June 16

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KRAUSERT, KAY -- AWARD FUND (ECS)

Criteria: Successful completion of three grade 12 courses in the business/information processing components of CTS, demonstrate a strong service commitment.

Value: Interest realized each year from the principal investment
Deadline: June 15

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LEADERSHIP AWARDS (U OF A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards

Criteria: 80%⁺ and be a LEADER in volunteer and/or positions in their school or community

Value: 100/$500 - $5000
Deadline: March 15

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LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY - (see Page Programme)

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LETHEREN, Carol Anne (Leadership and Sport Scholarship)
www.coa.ca

Criteria: Female (Grade 12); applying to a post-secondary Program in Business, Sport Management or Marketing. Demonstrate Olympic values of excellence, leadership, respect and human development. Average of 85%. Be an accomplished athlete and a citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

Value: 3 year / $1500 per year
Deadline: January 31

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MACINTOSH, GERALDINE -- MEMORIAL BURSARY (ECS)

Criteria: Post secondary, entrance, school and community activities. Must be an ESL student . Show financial need .

Value: The amount of the bursary will be the interest accrued on the principal amount donated by the family. (approx. $500)
Deadline: June 16

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MACNEIL, QUINLAN, GRESCHUK, DURAND SCHOLARSHIP (A.T.A.)

Criteria: Each school is to recommend no more than 4 students. Applications ONLY ACCEPTED from children of active or retired Edmonton Catholic District teachers with the following Criteria:
1) registration at a post-secondary institution
2) transcript of the applicant's grades
3) a letter attesting   to the applicant's character, attitude, work habits and citizenship     
4) a letter attesting to the applicant's faith commitment-a letter attesting to the applicant's participation in school activities. Deadline: June 5 for selection - Hand in your curriculum vitae to counseling office. Once selected you must submit to the A.T.A. office the completed application, letters of recommendation by September 7th.

Value: 4/$800
Deadline: June 5

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MAH, SUZANNE -- SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY PROGRAM (Servus Credit Union)

Criteria: Open to Servus Credit Union members. Grade 12, 80% average, school and community involvement.

Value: Scholarship: 1/$2000
Bursaries: 24/$250
Deadline: May 31

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MALLARD, AL – MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP DELTA UPSILON ONT. INTERNATIONAL FRATERNITY (U of A)

Criteria: Must be male and planning to attend U of A. Must possess a respectable grade point average, involved in leadership activities at school/or community. Do not have to be a fraternity member.

Value: $500 and a plaque
Deadline: June 30

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MANCAP FOUNDATION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIPS
www.mancap.com   

Criteria: Graduating students who will be registering in a business program at one of Alberta’s post-secondary institutions. This award is not restricted to academic excellence. Students need only meet the entrance requirements of the post secondary school they plan to attend. We also consider the need for financial assistance.

Value: 8/$1500
Deadline: July 31

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MASONIC HIGHER EDUCATION BURSARY - The Grand Lodge of Alberta
www.freemasons.ab.ca   

Criteria: Preference will be given to students not qualifying for the Alexander Rutherford Scholarship. The decision will be based first on financial need then on academic, local inquiries and post-secondary entrance. This scholarship is intended for the average student.

Value: approximately 90/$1000 (# of scholarships depending on donations)
Deadline: March 1

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MEHL, DR. ERNEST AND MINNIE -- SCHOLARSHIP (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships   

Criteria: Any field of study at a degree granting post-secondary institution in Canada or university transfer program. Criteria the same as Rutherford.  Recommendation from the school principal.  Applicants will be ranked based on their grade 12 diploma examination results, exceptional achievement, financial need and commitment of the individual.

Value: $3500
Deadline: June 1

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MILLENIUM SCHOLARSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARD
www.scholarshipscanada.com
www.excellenceaward.ca

Criteria: Local, provincial and national awards based on academic achievements, service to the community, leadership and innovation.

Value: Up to 1200 awards (Local: $4,000 one time, Provincial: $4,000 renewable up to 4 years, National: $4,800 up to 4 years).
Deadline: December 15

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MILLER THOMSON LLP (MT Foundation)
www.millerthomson.com   

Criteria: Encourages and promotes the attainment of higher education for individuals who have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement, have made a positive contribution to their school in extracurricular activities and have made significant contributions to community service programs. Degree or Diploma

Value: 200/ $1000
Deadline: March 31 (Apply after Dec. 31)

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NORQUEST – PEPSI SCHOLARSHIPS

Criteria: Must have applied for admission to Norquest College Business Career Program commencing September 2003. Must provide a statement of marks and demonstrate overall excellence in coursework, effort and attendance. Must provide 2 letters of reference and include a Career Investigation report.

Value: $500
Deadline: June 30

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NORTHERN ALBERTA DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL BURSARY APPLICATION (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships and www.gov.ab.ca/nadc   

Criteria: Be training for an occupation with high employment potential in northern Alberta. Must agree to live and work in northern Alberta for 1 year for each year of full bursary support. Recipients who do not meet this requirement must repay the bursary.

Value: 125/$3000
Deadline: May 15

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OTTERSON, MONSIGNOR (ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE)

Criteria: Completing grade 12 with a full course load, daughter of a family who are parishioners at St. John’s Evangelist Catholic Church, good academic standing and community involvement.

Value: $200
Deadline: April 1

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PADGETT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
http://www.smallbizpros.com/newsite/scholar.htm

Criteria: Applicant must be a dependent of a business owner who employs fewer than 20 people, owns at least 10% of the stock or capital in the business, and is active in the day-to-day operations of the business. Parent has to have a business.

Value: $500/region
Deadline: February 20 – for verification of business/ March 1  application deadline

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PAGE PROGRAM - Deadline December 4 / Legislative Assembly: Deadline June 2

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PETRO-CANADA TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIPS (NAIT)
www.nait.ab.ca/scholarships

Criteria: Available to Grade XI students who are planning to enter NAIT upon completion of High School into the Chemical Engineering Technology programs. Awarded on the basis of high academic. Required: Math, English and Chemistry

Value: $1000 - $2500
Deadline: May 30

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PHI DELTA KAPPA (University Of Alberta Chapter)

Criteria: Grade 12 students who are planning to pursue a career in the teaching profession. Applicants should rank in the upper one-third of their classes.
Extracurricular activities and after school employment will be considered in evaluation. Essay topic changes annually

Value: 27/$1000, 1/$2000, 1/$4000, 1/$5000
Deadline: February 1

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PHI GAMMA DELTA FRATERNITY – Jonathan J. Doody Memorial Leadership Scholarship and Hooper-Smith Leadership Scholarship

Criteria: Johnathan J . Doody . Recipients will be chosen on the basis of leadership qualities demonstrated by involvement in extracurricular and/or community activities and academic achievement. (MALE)
Hooper-Smith : Involvement in extracurricular activities, community service and scholastic achivement. Membership in the fraternity is not compulsory for either scholarship. (MALE)

Value: $500 - $750
Deadline: July 31

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PIKE ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP (U OF A)
www.ualberta.ca/~pikes

Criteria: Incoming U of A student, athletics and community service

Value: $400
Deadline: June 25

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PREMIER CITIZENSHIP AWARD (AHSF) – formerly High School Citizenship Scholarships

Criteria: This award recognizes one Grade 12 student who has served their community in significant ways through good citizenship, leadership, community service activities or volunteer work. Selection by teacher nomination. See Counsellors if you wish to be considered. Students receiving this award are eligible for the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Citizenship Medal plus $5000.00

Value: Plaque and letter of commendation.
Deadline: June 15

One candidate per school.

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PURA SCHOLARSHIP (ECS)

Criteria: Must be a graduate of ECS, be enrolled in a post-secondary program, pursuing studies in an area of practical arts.

Value: Interest realized each year from the principal investment.
Deadline: June 15

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Criteria: Grade 12 student to write a short essay demonstrating passion for and dedication to one of the following topics:  Leadership, Sports, Technology and Trades, Performing Arts, Community Service

Value: 24/$500
Deadline: March 2

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RAP SCHOLARSHIPS
www.tradesecrets.org   

Criteria: 250 hours Rap experience. Continue in apprenticeship program, essay, employer recommendation.

Value: 500 scholarships of $1000 each.
Deadline: July 31

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RBC ROYAL FINANCIAL LIFESKILLS
www.rbcroyalbank.com/lifeskills   

Criteria: Applicants must be graduating from the final year of high school and have a minimum of 65%. Students must also be registered/accepted at a college or university in Canada for the next Fall/Winter season.

Value: 10/$2006
Deadline: May 11

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RETAIL COUNCIL OF CANADA
www.retaileducation.ca

Criteria: Proof of enrollment to post secondary program.  Reference letter from current retail employer.

Value: $1000
Deadline: April 21

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RICHARDSON, VIOLET, AWARD HONORING YOUNG WOMEN FOR VOLUNTEER ACTION
A Program of Soroptimist International of the Americas

Criteria: Applicant must be between 14 and 17. Young women who make the community and world a better place through volunteer efforts such as: fighting drugs, crime and violence, cleaning up the environment and working to end discrimination and poverty. Volunteer actions that benefit women or girls are of particular interest.

Value: 29/$1000
Deadline: December 1

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ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION – Ladies’ Auxiliary

Criteria: The student must be entering first year University, school of technology and art, nursing program or any recognized college. Must be a descendent of Ex-service personal. Financial need.

Value: 122/$500
Deadline: August 24

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RUTHERFORD, ALEXANDER -- SCHOLARSHIP (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships   

Criteria: 80% in 5 designated subjects. Apply only in grade 12 (see student handbook).

Value: Grade 10: $400 (apply only in grade 12)
Grade 11: $800 (see student handbook)
Grade 12: $1300
Deadline: May 1

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SAGER, LEN -- MEMORIAL AWARD (PAID)
www.ualberta.ca/paid/lsager.htm   

Criteria: Grade 12 students who demonstrate outstanding contributions toward promoting awareness of impaired driving. (People Against Impaired Drivers)

Value: 2/$100
Deadline: June 1

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SCHNEIDER, FRANK -- EDUCATIONAL TRUST FUND SCHOLARSHIPS (ECS)

Criteria: Must be children of an ECS employee or trustee, be graduates of an ECS high school, plan to attend a post secondary institution with the intention of entering education.

Value: Tuition Grant (a minimum of 3 grants per year – based on the interest from the Trust Fund.)
Deadline: June 10

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SCHOLASTIC DISTINCTION SCHOLARSHIP (U of A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards

Criteria: Grade 12 students must be nominated by school . Should have 95%⁺ throughout high school. If you plan to attend U of A and have this average, contact the counselling department – Student initiated.

Value: $7500 - $25000 over 4 years
Deadline: March 1

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SCOTIABANK ENTRANCE AWARD (N.A.I.T.)

Criteria: Available to students entering any full-time one-year (certificate) or two-year diploma program at NAIT.

Value: $,000
Deadline: May 30

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SERVUS CREDIT UNION (See: MAH, Suzanne)
www.servuscu.ca

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SHORT, JOHN YOUTH SPORTS AWARD

Criteria: Must be on a sports team, volunteer, financial need. One male, one female candidate. Selection by the Phys. Ed. Department.

Value: $500
Deadline: February 13

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SOROPTIMIST INTERNATION AL OF EDMONTON – YOUTH CITIZENSHIP AWARDS (See Richardson, Violet)

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ST. FRANCIS COUNCIL C.W.L. SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Criteria: This award is given to a grade 12 student who achieves the highest results in Alberta grade 12 departmental examinations and w hose mother or guardian is a member in good standing of the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Women’s League

Value: $500
Deadline: June 30

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SMITTY'S FOODSERVICE & HOSPITALITY SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Any grade 12 student going into post secondary in Foodservice & Hospitality.
Write an essay about your culinary / food goals.
Applications can be obtained by e-mail: bsmyth@srokagroup.com

Value:  $500. (entering Grant MacEwan/ Concordia pursuing Foodservice/Hospitality)
Value:  $1000. (entering a University pursuing Foodservice / Hospitality)
Value doubles for employees of Smitty's)
Deadline:  November 30

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SUMMER LANGUAGE BURSARY PROGRAM (Council of Ministers of Education)
www.myexplore.ca

Criteria: Must be a Canadian citizen and completed at least grade 11. Submit a birth certificate or proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residence and social insurance number. 5 week French Immersion course at an accredited institution. Students are responsible for their own travel arrangements and costs.

Value: 400/$1625 (covers tuition, instructional materials, meals and accommodations)
Deadline: February 15

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SUMMERSCAPES SCHOLARSHIP - The Alberta Society of Artists

Criteria: Submit a portfolio by June. Must be no more than 17 during the week of August 2-7. Tuition, accommodation, food and supplies for the week. At Red Deer College the Thelma Manary Drawing Award ($100 in Art Supplies) will be awarded to a high school student (grades 10-12) at this time.

Value: $345
Deadline: August 7

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SUPERINTENDENT’S AWARD OF EXCELLENCE (ECS)

Criteria: Any student who exhibits outstanding leadership skills and who uses his/her ability to benefit others. Has shown strength to overcome obstacles in his/her life and who has persevered to become a successful person; behaviour has exemplified any aspect of strong Christian faith; has shown extraordinary effort to improve the school’s quality of life such as an athlete who exemplifies the spirit of the school, student union leaders, year book editor, etc. Has shown outstanding community involvement beyond the school environment, for example, involvement in youth groups, with senior citizens or with non-profit organizations.

Teacher nomination.

Value: Certificate
Deadline: April 30

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SYLVAN LEARNING TECHNOLOGY AWARD (ECS)

Criteria: Awarded in recognition of innovative uses of technology as a resource for learning in the schools. Applicant must be graduate of ECS district and indicate a need for financial need.

Value: $500
Deadline: June 15

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TD CANADA TRUST SCHOLARSHIPS FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

Criteria: Applicants should be academically capable of entering and successfully completing either college or university. The key criterion is outstanding community leadership, in balance with the student’s personal circumstances and academic performance.

Value: 20/tuition plus $3,500 towards living expenses for up to 4 years.
Offer of summer employment at TD Canada Trust.
Plus up to 60 runners-up receive $500 payable on enrolment in any accredited Canadian college or university and a TD Canada Trust Award of Merit for Outstanding Community Leadership.
Deadline: October 31

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TOP 20 UNDER TWENTY
Top20Under20.ca

Criteria: See file. Student must be a visionary leader who has used innovation to shape change in their life, school, community, province or country. Apply on line.

Value: 20/up to $1500
Deadline: April 30

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TOYOTA EARTH DAY SCHOLARSHIP
www.toyota.ca
www.earthday.ca

Criteria: Grade 12 – demonstrate commitment and service to community environmental issues, academic achievement, volunteer and extracurricular leadership, essay, letters of recommendation, outstanding potential as environmental leader.

Value: $15/$5000.
Deadline: January 31

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TRANS CANADA & ALBERTA ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL RESOURSE OFFICERS (AASRO)
www.aasro.com

Criteria: 1,000-1,500 word essay. School selection committee to choose one candidate. All grades. Send in curriculum Vitae (Resume) to Counseling Office one week prior to deadline.

Value: 1/$500; 1/$1000; 1/$1500.
Deadline: March 21 deadline for selection

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UNITED GRAIN GROWERS

Criteria: Available to all UGG members and their immediate families, must be registered at post-secondary institution, candidates chosen by random selection.

Value: 10/$600/year, maximum of 4 years, totally $2400
Deadline: Prior to July 1

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UNITED WORLD COLLEGES - ALBERTA HERITAGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND (A.H.S.F.)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships

Criteria: Places are offered on a competitive basis at these international, co-educational, residential colleges for 2 years of education beyond the equivalent of 11 years of North American schooling. Substantial scholarship support is provided enabling students to attend without regard to their financial means. Preference will be given to candidates of good academic standing, who will be between 16 and 17 ½ on entry. (Completing Gr.11)

Value: Tuition, travel and living expenses as required. In excess of $18,000/year
Deadline: Prior to February 15

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VISUAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIP

Criteria: Students entering their first year in Bachelor of Fine Arts. Selected based on portfolio of recent work (minimum 10 pieces)

Value: 3/$750
Deadline: July 31

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UNIVERSIADE ‘83 SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION (U OF A)
www.registrar.ualberta.ca/awards

Criteria: Alberta residents who have superior academic standing (80%⁺) and demonstrate excellence in fine arts (acting, dancing, music, painting, etc) or athletics.

Value: 45/$2000
Deadline: October 15 - grade 12 students may apply in the spring or wait until they arrive on campus in the fall

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WENDY’S CLASSIC ACHIEVER SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

Criteria: Students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, commitment to extra-curricular activities and community service. Requires a 70% average for the previous year.

Value: 10/$2000
20/$1000
180/$500
The top 30 winners also earn a $1000 grant for their school
Deadline: December 29

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WESSEX, EARL AND COUNTESS OF (World Championships in Athletics Scholarships)
www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships

Criteria: 80% average in 5 subjects –Enrollment at University of Alberta, University  of Calgary or University of Lethbridge.  English or Francais 30 plus 4 other Grade 12 subjects;
Planning to join the Track and Field team at their chosen post-secondary school;
To the top male and female students who have excelled in track and field.

Value: $3000
Deadline: October 1 of first year of university.

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YOUNG WRITER’S SCHOLARSHIP (Grant MacEwan)
www.macewan.ca

Criteria: Applicants must submit a short story or essay which reflects the interests of Dr. MacEwan. Must be 16-25 years old, an Alberta resident. Length 1000-5000 words. Must be enrolled in a program at Grant MacEwan.

Value: 4/$2500
Deadline: December 31

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YOUNG, WOMAN OF VISION BURSARY (Grant MacEwan)

Criteria: Open to young women entering first year at Grant MacEwan Community college. Based on financial need. Essay outlining their vision for the future.

Value: The equivalent of one year of tuition to Grant MacEwan Community College.
Deadline: January 21

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YOUTH FORMERLY IN CARE (Dollars for Learning/Edmonton Community Foundation)
www.dollarsforlearning.com

Criteria: 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.

Value: $,000
Deadline: May 15

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INFORMATION SHEET

Financial/Career Assitstance

1. Alberta Blue Cross www.ab.bluecross.ca
2. Alberta Council on Admissions and Transfer www.acat.gov.ab.ca
(Admission and transfer information for post-secondary institutions)
3. Alberta Distance Learning Information Services Phone: (780) 427-2766

Harley Court Blvd. Fax: (780) 427-3850
10045 – 111 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2M5
Mailing Office: Box 4000, Barrhead, Alberta T5N 1P4

4. Alberta Learning Information Services www.alis.gov.ab.ca
(Click on Learning for Financial Assistance)

- Scholarships
- Career Planning and Services
- Transcript Request Forms
- Occupational Information
- Financial Assistance for Schooling
- Job Search
- Labour Market Information
5. Alberta Heritage Scholarship Fund www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships
(For more information on AHSF call (780) 427-8640
6. Alberta Student Finance Box 28000 Stn Main www.alis.gov.ab.ca
1-800-222-6485
(780) 427-2740
7. Association of Colleges and Universities of Canada www.aucc.ca
The AUCC site lists over 150 bursaries and exchange programs.
8. Canada Student Loans Program www.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca/student-loans
(Financial Assistance / Entitlements)
9. Canadian Bankers Association et al www.yourmoney.cba.ca
www.studentawards.com
10. Career Information Hotline (780) 422-4266
www.alis.gov.ab.ca (click on Career Info. hotlink (left side)
11. Choices www.bridges.com (click on create new portfolio)
Access ID: 0099761
Password: macdonald
12. Government of Canada www.youth.gc.ca (Info & Services)
Top 100 Internet Sites - for learning & employment www.jobboom.com (Click on Top 100)
Human Resources Development Canada www.canlearn.ca
(Federal and provincial funding)
13. Online Alberta Transfer Guide http://www.acat.gov.ab.ca
14. Other www.canadascholarship.com
www.millenniumscholarships.ca
www.schoolfinder.com
www.scholarshipscanada.com
15. Reader’s Digest  www.readerdigest.ca
Go to Archives and ask for an informative article which appeared in Reader’s Digest in February 2002 called "Shopping for Scholarships."
16. Student Awards www.studentawards.com
is a FREE scholarship search service devoted to helping high school seniors, university and college students find information on scholarships, bursaries, grants and other forms of financial assistance. Offers unique scholarships to online members that are only available on www.studentawards.com.
17. Student Business Loans www.bdc.ca/student-Loans/   
(Business Development Bank of Canada)
18. Youth Connections (415-4968)
Tuesday/Wednesday 9 – 2 p.m.
19. Financial aid – US Colleges & Universities www.finaid.com
20.  Youth Volunteer - www.youthone.com/volunteer

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Post Secondary Institutions

1. University of Alberta http://www.registrar.ualberta.ca
First Year Initiative: cac@su.ualberta.ca
Bears' Den Online Community www.registrar.ualberta.ca/bearsden
2. Grant MacEwan Community College www.gmcc.ab.ca
3. Concordia – University College of Alberta www.concordia.ab.ca
4. King’s University College www.kingsu.ab.ca
5. Alberta College www.abcollege.ab.ca
6. Northern Alberta Institute of Technology http://www.nait.ab.ca

Other

Alberta Transfer Guide http://www.acat.gov.ab.ca

* Posted by Permission from ARCHBISHOP MACDONALD HIGH SCHOOL

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