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.

1. Government of Alberta Scholarships
2. Al Hamilton (Edmonton Oilers Alumni Group) 
3. Alberta Blue Cross 
4. Alberta Scholarships: Student Aid
5. Aboriginal Multi-Media Society Scholarships
6. Alberta Scholarships 
7. AltaLink Aboriginal Scholarships 
8. Edmonton Catholic Teachers Association 
9. Edmonton Community Foundation
10. The City of Champions Lions Club Scholarship: application form
11. Unifor Local 52A Scholarship
12. Horatio Alger Association of Canada
13. Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire (I.O.D.E.) 
14. John Hasselfield Endowment Foundation
15. The Johnathan Doody Memorial Scholarship
    
16. MindFuel 
17. Newman Theological College Scholarship
18. Royal Bank Aboriginal Award
19. Scholarships Canada
20. Student Scholarships 
21. TransCanada Community Scholarships 
22. University of Alberta Undergraduate Scholarships
23. YMCA Foundation Bursaries and Awards
24. Prairieaction Foundation 
25. Federation of Canadian Municipalities
26. RE/MAX Bursary
27. Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of Alberta 
28. Cityline Scholarship for BIPOC Women - Rules 
29. 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

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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

• 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

Geraldine MacIntosh Memorial Bursary

Amount:  $1,000

• 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    
  

Kay Krausert Award Fund

Amount:  $500

• 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  

Pura Scholarship

Amount:  $1,000

• Business Education
• Home Economics
• Industrial Arts
• Vocational education
• Any technical field   

• 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 

Iskotew - Acahkos (Fire Star) Bursary

Amount:  Four awards of $750 each

• 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

1. Does the applicant show an overall positive attitude towards his/her efforts?
2. Does the applicant reflect the spirit and intent of the award?
3. Is the applicant viewed as a role model to others?
4. What impact has the applicant's efforts/achievements had on the applicant and his or her community?
5. How does the applicant's efforts/achievements benefited other FNMI Youth?
6. 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