EDMONTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS

SCHOLARSHIP LISTING BY DATE
(Criteria following Definition of Terms)

 

Application
Deadline

Aboriginal Awards Program College and University

Varies

Shell Read and Learn Scholarships

Varies

Alberta Association School Resource Officers (AASRO)

Varies

Alberta Blue Cross Benefits Corporation Foundation

Varies

Edmonton Heritage Festival Scholarships

Varies

Belcourt Brosseau Metis Awards (dollars for learners)

No Deadline

Miller Thomson LLP

March 15

Unversiade ’83 Scholarship Competition

October 15

Canadian Merit Scholarship Foundation

October 10

TD Canada Trust Scholarships

October 31

Arts and Entertainment

November 1

Alberta Children’s Services (Great Kids Awards)

November 15

Smitty's Foodservice & Hospitality Scholarship

November 30

Burger King/McLamone North American Scholarship Program

December 1

Richardson, Violet, Award Honoring Young Women

December 1

Apple Scholars Program

May 31

Page Program (House of Commons)

May 31

Da Costa, Mathieu Awards Program (Canadian Teachers’ Federation)

December 5

Millenium Scholarship Excellence Awards

December 15

Wendy’s Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards

December 29

Young Writer’s Scholarship

December 31

Colleton – Father Ted Scholarship

January 10

Alberta Press Council Scholarships (AHSF)

January 15

Young, Woman of Vision Bursary

January 21

Letheren, Carol Anne

January 31

Toyota Earth Day Scholarship

January 31

Phi Delta Kappa (University of Alberta Chapter)

February 1

Junior Achievement (Shell Read Learn and Win)

February 1

Fox, Terry – Humanitarian Award Program

February 1

Short, John Youth Sports Award

February 13

Global Citizen Awards

February 15

United World Colleges

Prior to
February 15

Summer Language Bursary Program

February 15

Alberta Fish & Game Association

February 28

Junior Achievement (Hardy, Allan D.)

February 28

Alberta Foundation for the Arts

March 1

Padgett Scholarship Program

March 1

Canadian Association of Principals Student Leadership Awards

March 1

Masonic Higher Education Bursary

March 1

Scholastic Distinction Scholarship

March 1

Quest for Excellence 2006 School Bursary Program (Remax)

March 2

Faculte St. Jean Entrance Scholarships

March 15

Leadership Awards (U of A)

March 15

Trans Canada & Alberta Association of School Resource Officers

March 21

The Canadian War Museum History Award

March 31

CEP Scholarship Program

March 31

A & M Catering

Spring

Otterson, Monsignor (St. John’s Catholic Women’s League)

April 1

Garfield Weston Merit Scholarship for Colleges

April 12th

Bright, John – Memorial Awards (Edmonton Journal)

April 14

Retail Council of Canada

April 21

Kinsmen Club of Edmonton Youth Achievement Award

April 30

St. Charles Parish of Edmonton

April 30

Top Twenty Under Twenty

April 30

Superintendent’s Award of Excellence

April 30

Boys’ & Girls’ Clubs of Alberta Scholarships

May 1

Rutherford, Alexander

May 1

Greyhound Canada

May 11

RBC Royal Financial Life Skills

May 11

Northern Alberta Development Council Bursary

May 15

Alberta 4-H Scholarships (Alberta Agriculture)

May 15

Charmaine Letourneau Fund (Hard of Hearing) (Dollars for Learners)

May 15

Nancy Fairley Scholarship - full IB (Dollars for Learners)

May 15

Winspear Fund (Dollars for Learners)

May 15

Rose Margaret King Merit Awards (Dollars for Learners)

May 15

Youth Formerly in Care (Dollars for Learners)

May 15

Canadian Hospitality Foundation Food Service and Accommodation

April 30

Bank of Montreal Entrance Award (NAIT)

May 30

Draper Manufacturing Industries Ltd. Entrance Award (NAIT)

May 30

Scotiabank Entrance Award (NAIT)

May 30

Petro-Canada Technical Scholarship (NAIT)

May 30

Knights of Columbus, Alberta/NWT State Scholarships

May 31

Canadian Western Bank – Entrance Award (NAIT)

May 31

Mah, Suzanne Scholarship and Bursary Program

May 31

Canadian Sanitation Supply Association Scholarship Foundation

June 1

Harrison, Hal – Memorial Scholarship (AHSF)

June 1

Alberta Milk Scholarship

June 1

Mehl, Dr. Ernest and Minnie

June 1

Sager, Len Memorial Award

June 1

Legislative Assembly

June 2

MacNeil, Quinlan, Greschuk, Durand Scholarship (ATA)

June 5

Schneider, Frank Educational Trust Fund Scholarships

June 10

Edmonton Oilers’ Alumni Association

June 15

Academic Excellence Scholarship Competition (U of A)

June 15

Dunnigan, John and Vera – Physical Education Scholarship

June 15

Krausert, Kay Award Fund

June 15

Premier Citizenship Award

June 15

Pura Scholarship

June 15

Sylvan Learning Technology Award

June 15

Italian Women’s Society Scholarship Fund

June 10

MacIntosh, Geraldine Memorial Bursary (ECS)

June 16

Bank of Montreal Possibilities Youth Scholarship Program

June 16, 06

Koziak, Emily Memorial Scholarship

June 16

Pike Alumni Scholarship (U of A)

June 25

Canadian Golf Foundation Academic Scholarship Program

June 30

Club Calabria Dr. Antanio Caria Memorial Scholarship

June 30

St. Francis Council CWL Scholarship Award

June 30

Norquest – Pepsi Scholarship

June 30

Mallard, Al Memorial Scholarship

June 30

Delta Upsilon Men’s Undergraduate Scholarship

June 30

Kolesar, Anna and John Memorial Scholarships

July 1

United Grain Growers

July 1

Boys’ & Girls’ Clubs of Alberta Scholarships

July 1

Foote, Eldon – Track and Field Scholarship

July 4

IODE Coronation Bursary

July 15

APEGGA Education Foundation

July 15

Cunningham and Lindsey

July 31

Mancap Foundation Legacy Scholarships

July 31

RAP Scholarships

June 30

Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity

July 31

Visual Arts Scholarship

July 31

International Baccalaureate Diploma Scholarships (U of A)

August 1

Children’s Ability Fund

August 1

Summerscapes Scholarship

August 7

Black Achievement Awards Society of Alberta

August 14

Royal Canadian Legion

August 17

Alberta Blue Cross (Grant MacEwan)

August 30

Baseball Alberta

August 31

Keller Bill Memoriel Award

August 31

Wessex, Earl and Countess of

Oct. 1 of 1st year of university

 

DEFINITION OF TERMS

 

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 counsellor’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 Counselling 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 counselling department and review criteria with a counsellor.

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 Counselling Department, Student Services, or Alberta Learning on line (www.learning.gov.ab.ca). (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 Ms. Spenrath and Ms. Kopala.

 

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

A & M CATERING

CRITERIA: Grade 12 student registered at a Post Secondary Institution. Mac’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

DEADLINE: August 30

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APPLE SCHOLARS PROGRAM

CRITERIA: Students 16 - 19 years old graduating in 2007 planning to attend a 2 or 4 year Canadian College or University in Fall of 2007. 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.)

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:

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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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ALBERTA SOCIETY OF ARTISTS

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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BANK OF MONTREAL POSSIBILITIES YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Outstanding academic, active community involvement

for Aboriginal Youth, Minority Youth,  and youth with

disabilities.

Deadline:  June 16, 06

Value:

$1000 GCI's  (50)

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BASEBALL SCHOLARSHIPS:

BASEBALL ALBERTA
www.baseballalberta.com   

BASEBALL ALBERTA

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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 Counselling Office one week prior to deadline. Will not be any awards for 2006-07, check website for 2007-08 in January 2008.

VALUE: 21/$500

DEADLINE: March 1

 

Will not be any awards offered for 2006-07, check website for 2007-08 in January 2008.

 

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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
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 counsellors 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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