Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards
Students applying for post-secondary schools should consider applying for scholarships and bursaries.
Scholarships and bursaries are available from a variety of organizations and institutions as well as from the Alberta Government. To find the scholarship(s) and bursary(ies) best suited to your career choice, students must be prepared to research extensively through the list below. Note, some scholarships appear on more than one database.
- Government of Alberta Scholarships
- Al Hamilton (Edmonton Oilers Alumni Group)
- Alberta Blue Cross
- Alberta Scholarships: Student Aid
- Aboriginal Multi-Media Society Scholarships
- Alberta Scholarships
- AltaLink Aboriginal Scholarships
- Edmonton Catholic Teachers Association
- Edmonton Community Foundation
- The City of Champions Lions Club Scholarship: application form
- Unifor Local 52A Scholarship
- Horatio Alger Association of Canada
- Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire (I.O.D.E.)
- John Hasselfield Endowment Foundation
- The Johnathan Doody Memorial Scholarship
- MindFuel
- Newman Theological College Scholarship
- Royal Bank Aboriginal Award
- Scholarships Canada
- Student Scholarships
- TransCanada Community Scholarships
- University of Alberta Undergraduate Scholarships
- YMCA Foundation Bursaries and Awards
- Prairieaction Foundation
- Federation of Canadian Municipalities
- RE/MAX Bursary
- Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of Alberta
- Cityline Scholarship for BIPOC Women - Rules
- Scholarships & Financial Aid for Black Students
In the News: 2021 Edmonton Catholic Schools Scholarship Winners
Archbishop MacDonald Catholic High School's Jennifer Huynh wins the University of Alberta's Schulich Leaders Award and the accompanying $80,000 scholarship. There are 100 Schulich awards distributed to 20 universities around Canada, including the University of Alberta, which chose Huynh as a recipient this year. The scholarships are designed to support students who are seeking post-secondary education in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math).
St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School student Georgia Simkin wins the University of British Columbia's Presidential Scholarship.
Division Bursaries, Scholarships, Awards and Trust Funds
Applications for any of these scholarships must be from students who are currently graduating from the Edmonton Catholic School Division in the year of their application.
Below you will find application information on the available Division's Bursaries, Scholarships, Awards and Trust Funds:
- Anne Anderson Scholarship
- Frank Schneider Educational Trust Fund
- Geraldine MacIntosh Memorial Bursary
- John and Vera Dunnigan Education Scholarship
- Kay Krausert Award Fund
- Pura Scholarship
- Iskotew - Acahkos (Fire Star) Bursary
Anne Anderson Scholarship
Amount: Variable
Description:
The Anne Anderson Scholarship has been awarded to First Nations, Metis and Inuit students in the Edmonton Catholic School Division since 1979. Dr. Anne Anderson had a pioneering role in supporting and promoting the importance of Cree language instruction. Indigenous Learning Services is honoured to present this award to Indigenous students enrolled in the Division's Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture Program.
Award:
This award is monetary and the amount and number of awards given are variable. Successful applicants will be notified and receive their award before the end of the school year.
Criteria:
Indigenous students in junior high and high school are eligible to receive this award through school sponsorship and recommendation. The award is given based on achievement in Cree Language and Culture as well as the following areas:
- Academics
- Leadership
- Community/School Involvement
Deadline: April 30
Please Submit:
- Student letter describing their achievements and the impact of these achievements
- Letter of reference from a teacher, coach or an administrator
- Student academic transcripts
- Name of current school and grade level
- Student home address and phone number
- Letter of acceptance to post-secondary program (if applicable)
Indigenous Learning Services
Attn: Cree Language Consultant/Manager
Sacred Heart Centre
9624 108 Avenue NW
Edmonton, Alberta T5H 1A4
Lynn Anderson, Cree Language Consultant
Tel: 780-944-2000
Fax: 780-944-2007
Email: lynn.anderson@ecsd.net
Frank Schneider Educational Trust Fund
Amount: $1,000
It is intended to assist the eligible children of Division employees.
Criteria:
To be eligible, the applicant must:
- Be a graduate of the Division
- Be enrolled in a post-secondary program with the intention of entering the field of education
- Indicate a need for financial assistance
Deadline: June 15
Application:
Submissions must be received by the Superintendent of Educational Planning. The submission will include:
- A letter of interest and a completed application form
- Two letters of recommendation
- Documentation to indicate the criteria have been met
Application Form:
The Frank Schneider Educational Trust Fund Application Form
Selection:
The administrative committee shall select the recipient from among the applicants.
Presentation:
The award will be presented at the recipient's high school award ceremony.
Email: Educational Planning
Email Subject Line: Please indicate "Scholarship"
Geraldine MacIntosh Memorial Bursary
Amount: $1,000
The award is to be presented annually to an English as a Second Language (ESL) student who is graduating from Grade 12 and entering any post-secondary institution the following academic year.
Criteria:
To be eligible, the applicant must:
- Be a graduate of the Division
- Has an academic average sufficient to gain entrance to a post-secondary institution
- Be a well-rounded student who has taken an active role in school community activities
- Show financial need
- Has landed immigrant status
- Received ESL assistance at any point in their education with the Division
The application should be received by the Superintendent of Educational Planning. The submission will include:
- A short essay (maximum of 400 words) briefly describing:
- Future goals
- The impact the ESL program had in helping the student achieve his/her educational goals
- Financial need
- Community involvement
- Documentation to indicate that the student has met the criteria indicated
- Three letters of recommendation
The administrative committee shall select the recipient from among the applicants.
Presentation:
The award will be presented at the recipient's high school award ceremony.
Email: Educational Planning
Email Subject Line: Please indicate "Scholarship"
John and Vera Dunnigan Education Scholarship Application Form
Amount: $1,000
This scholarship shall recognize and honor a student graduate of the Division who is studying Education.
Criteria:
To be eligible the applicant must
- Be a graduate of the Division
- Be enrolled at a post-secondary program with the intention of teaching
- Indicate a need for financial assistance
- Participated in school activities
Deadline: June 15
Application:
The submission will be received by the Superintendent of Educational Planning. Submissions should include:
- A letter of interest and a completed application form
- Letters of support from administrators or teachers
- Documentation to indicate compliance with criteria
Application Form:
John and Vera Dunnigan Education Scholarship Application Form
Selection:
The administrative committee shall select the recipient from among the applicants.
Presentation:
Awarded annually at the recipient's high school award ceremony.
Email: Educational Planning
Email Subject Line: Please indicate "Scholarship"
Kay Krausert Award Fund
Amount: $500
The fund was established to provide a yearly scholarship to a Division Grade 12 Business Education student for further education at a recognized post-secondary education institution.
Criteria:
To be eligible, students must:
- Be a graduate of the Division
- Have majored in Business Education (CTS) with successful completion of three Grade 12 courses in the business/information processing components of CTS
- Demonstrate a strong service commitment while attending senior high school
- Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution for further education in the area of Business
Deadline: June 15
Application:
Application form must be received by the Superintendent of Educational Planning.
Application Form:
Kay Krausert Award Fund Application Form
Selection:
The administrative committee shall select the recipient from among the applicants.
Awarded annually at the recipient's high school award ceremony.
Email: Educational Planning
Email Subject Line: Please indicate "Scholarship"
Pura Scholarship
Amount: $1,000
This scholarship is to recognize a Grade 12 graduate of the Division who will be entering a university, college or post-secondary technical institute, pursuing studies in an area of practical arts:
- Business Education
- Home Economics
- Industrial Arts
- Vocational education
- Any technical field
To be eligible, the applicant must:
- be a graduate of the Division
- be enrolled in a post-secondary program, pursuing studies in an area of practical arts
Application:
Application must be received by the Superintendent of Educational Planning. Submissions should include:
- Name, address, telephone number, date of birth
- High school(s) attended, work experience, interests and activities
- Record of Grade 12 marks
- Proof of registration at a post-secondary educational institution and area of study
Presentation:
Awarded annually at the recipient's high school award ceremony.
Email: Educational Planning
Email Subject Line: Please indicate "Scholarship"
Iskotew - Acahkos (Fire Star) Bursary
Amount: Four awards of $750 each
Edmonton Catholic Schools, Indigenous Learning Services designed the Iskotew - Acahkos (Fire Star) Bursary that distinguishes our Indigenous students who demonstrate leadership and inspire others through embracing and respecting an Indigenous perspective and world view by:
- Persevering in his/her studies despite challenges
- Maintaining a positive outlook on his/her future opportunities and dreams
- Providing leadership within a cultural perspective by promoting his/her heritage/culture
- Embracing and respecting the heritage/culture of all
- Enter a post-secondary institution in the fall semester
- Exhibit a strong commitment to the community
- Be involved in co-curricular activities
- Maintain a good academic standing
- Applicant's essay including bio, accomplishments and future career goals
- One signed reference form from an Elder, sports coach, teacher, school administrator or Indigenous graduation coach
- Applicant's resume
- High school transcripts
Selection:
- Does the applicant show an overall positive attitude towards his/her efforts?
- Does the applicant reflect the spirit and intent of the award?
- Is the applicant viewed as a role model to others?
- What impact has the applicant's efforts/achievements had on the applicant and his or her community?
- How does the applicant's efforts/achievements benefited other FNMI Youth?
- What are the recipient(s) future and ambitions?
Send Application Packages to:
Aboriginal Learning Services
Attn: Pam Sparklingeyes
Sacred Heart Centre
9624 108 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5H 1A4
Contact Information:
Pam Sparklingeyes
Tel: 780-944-2000
Fax: 780-944-2007
Email: Pam.Sparklingeyes@ecsd.net
