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Other Scholarship Opportunities | Bursary
Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund Scholarship
Apply by Jan 14
Applications must be submitted on the current application form.
You can apply again, even if you have received in a previous year.
This scholarship is administered by the 4-H Foundation of Alberta. Applications must be word processed and complete. The deadline for applications is January 14, 2012.
Eligibility
- Students must be enrolled in an Alberta post secondary institution.
- Students must be a resident of Alberta (must provide proof of three years attendance at an Alberta high school). Attach a copy of your high school transcript to your application form.
- Must be a rural farm resident (rural is defined as all jurisdictions outside of Edmonton and Calgary).
- Applicant must show community involvement.
- Applicant must demonstrate the necessity to leave home to pursue a post secondary education or trade.
- Recipients can receive the scholarship more than once, however a GPA of 3.0 must be maintained.
- 4-H experience is not mandatory to qualify for this award.
In 2008, the 4-H Foundation of Alberta received the entire estate of Lillian Louise Ness. Mrs. Ness along with her husband Edward, were huge supporters of the Alberta 4-H program for over 20 years. They had a genuine love for the 4-H program and recognized its potential for contributing to the development of young people. Mr. Ness once stated “4-H has given me more than I have ever given 4-H”.
"Edward and Lillian Ness had a lifelong dedication to youth and wanted to benefit rural farm students. We are grateful for this generous donation which will benefit Alberta’s rural farm youth for years to come” stated Bruce Banks, CEO of 4-H Foundation of Alberta.
Mrs. Ness wanted to ensure that a legacy was provided in the name of her parents, Elmer and Ona Hansen. The Elmer and Ona Hansen Memorial Fund will provide 5 scholarships of $2000 for rural farm Alberta students who are attending a post-secondary institution.
Contact
4-H Foundation of Alberta
Phone: 1-877-682-2153 (toll-free)
Fax: 780-682-3784
e-mail: patten@4hab.com
CIBC 4-H Post-Secondary Education Scholarship
Deadline Dec 5
CIBC and the Canadian 4-H Council are proud to award three scholarships per year (for two years), valued at $2,500 each, for 4-H members in their last year of high school or CEGEP. Winners must use the funds within two years of receipt of the award for attendance at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Funding may be used for tuition, books and/or lodging.
Click here for application
Canadian Natural Resource Limited
Deadline - Apr 15 - studies start in the Spring
Deadline - Aug 15 - studies start in the Fall
Deadline - Dec 15 - studies start in the Winter
Scholarships up to $3,000 are available for technical or trades training related to the oil and natural gas industry.
Q: Who is eligible to apply?
Students in communities where Canadian Natural has operations are eligible to apply. Priority will go to those applicants seeking training in trades and technical areas related to the oil and natural gas industry. Potential for employment at field operations is an important consideration.
The Building Futures Scholarship Program accepts applications from students in all stages of their academic lives: mature students, part-time students, students with some post-secondary education, or those just finishing Grade 12. You need at least a C+ average and a commitment to maintain at least that average to be eligible.
Q: What type of training and education is Canadian Natural most interested in supporting?
The focus of the scholarship program is on training and education that will provide a student with career opportunities in oil and natural gas field operations. For example, previous scholarship winners have taken programs in such diverse areas as power engineering, mine operations, heavy equipment operations, instrumentation technology and petroleum engineering technology.
Q: Is there a set amount for each scholarship?
The amount of each scholarship is based upon student need as identified in the estimated expenses that must be submitted with each application. The Building Futures Advisory Committee, which includes representation from Aboriginal communities and Canadian Natural production, operations and community relations staff, has the flexibility to determine how many scholarships are awarded and their amounts. The maximum scholarship is $3,000.
Scholarship information found at: http://www.cnrl.com/upload/media_element/107/01/building_futures_2007_web.pdf
Scholarship application found at: http://www.cnrl.com/upload/media_element/108/04/scholarship-application-form-2011.pdf
AltaLink
AltaLink launched the Centennial Scholarship program for rural students in 2005 at post-secondary institutions throughout Alberta.
The $2,000 awards are available to students who hail from a rural Alberta community and are available to students attending SAIT, Bow Valley College, Lethbridge Community College, Red Deer College, Olds College and NAIT.
Contact: www.altalink.ca/centennialscholarships
Tronia Systems Scholarship
Deadline October 7
$1,000 Tronia Scholarships
Tronia Systems Ltd. is pleased to continue our scholarship program for students in the Agribusiness sector. Two $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities through school and community involvement while maintaining a superior academic standing. Tronia Systems looks forward to providing the Agribusiness industry with these incentives to our managers of the future.
Eligibility
This competition is open to all students enrolled in an Agribusiness or related field. Recipients will be chosen based on leadership qualities, demonstrated involvement in extracurricular and community activities, and academic standing. To compete for the scholarships, you must:
Provide proof of enrollment at a recognized Canadian institution within an Agribusiness or related field. Possess exceptional leadership qualities as demonstrated by community or school involvement. Have an academic average of 80% or higher in the last semester or last school year attended.
How to Apply
Follow the Application Instructions, fill out the Application Form and submit your application form to the Scholarship Administrator either by email, fax or mail.
Contact:
Tronia Systems Ltd.
Scholarship Administrator
335 Carleton Drive
ST. ALBERTA AB T8N 7L1
Phone: 780-459-4477
Toll Free: 888-987-6642 (North America only)
Fax: 780-459-6405
Email: admin@tronia.com
TD 4-H Scholarship
Deadline Oct 21, 2011 - available on-line May-Oct
TD Bank Financial Group and the Canadian 4-H Council are proud to sponsor up to ten (10) scholarships, valued at $2,500 each, for 4-H members in their last year of high school who are planning to enroll in post-secondary education in an agriculture or agri-business related discipline.
Winners are selected based on their numerical grade point average, and who are planning post-secondary studies in an agriculture or an agri-business related discipline.
Click here for application
EnCana 4-H Land Science Award
Deadline Oct 31
Olds College and EnCana Corporation have launched a new partnership that will enhance land negotiations in the oil and gas industry in Alberta.
EnCana and Olds College have combined resources to create scholarships for students with 4-H experience who are enrolled in land-based programs at Olds College.
Use the on-line awards application on the Olds College web site to apply. There are seven awards valued at $2,500. Eligibility - students entering their first year of any land based program including Land Administrtion, Land Agent, Land and Water Resources and Geographic Information Systems. Criteria - financial need and a student who demonstrates a minimum of three years of 4-H experience.
Contact: Olds College
Alberta 4-H Scholarships
Deadline May 5 – available online March-May
2010-2011 Scholarship Recipients
This year Alberta 4-H will award over 100 scholarships with a total value of more than $80,000. Each year we receive approximately 230 applications, for these 100 scholarships. By completing the online application, you will be considered for all of the Alberta 4-H Scholarships for which you are eligible. Applicants can only receive one (1) Alberta 4-H Scholarship, but may also receive a region or district scholarship each year. A number of regional and district scholarships are available to you by filling out this online application.
Who’s Eligible
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You must be a past or present member of an Alberta 4-H Club for a minimum of 3 years.
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You may apply for a 4-H scholarship every year that you are a full time post-secondary student at an officially recognized institution.
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Successful applicants must provide proof that they are attending a post secondary institution as a full time student.
How to Apply- follow all instructions precisely or your application will not be accepted
Contact:
Jessica Patten – Executive Assistant
4-H Foundation of Alberta
Toll Free: 1-877-682-2153
Phone: 780-682-2153
Email: patten@4hab.com
Grande Prairie 4-H District Scholarship
in Partnership with Northern Alberta Development Council (NADC)
Deadline May 5 - available on-line Mar-May
Scholarship | Click on the NADC web site, to download the application
Two scholarships of $1500.00 are offered annually.
Student candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Be a resident of Alberta based on Student Finance Regulations, and have a minimum three year residency in Alberta immediately prior to the application date.
- Be enrolled full time in a post secondary program recognized by Alberta Advanced Education, excluding first year students. (students must be entering their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study in the Fall.)
- Have been a member of the Grande Prairie 4-H District in Alberta for a minimum of three (3) years.
- Have a financial need to qualify for funding (please note: students will not be eligible if they are receiving Employment Insurance, and may not be eligible if they are receiving a training allowance during their studies)
- Commit to living and working in northern Alberta for a specified amount of time upon graduation.
- Have reasonably good prospects for employment in northern Alberta after graduation.
Scholarship application process:
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Scholarship application process:
- Complete the Alberta 4-H Scholarship application (see above for the application link) and complete by the deadline (May 5). They will forward the application to the Grande Prairie 4-H District scholarship committee.
- Tick the box on the application that indicates interest in the Grande Prairie 4-H District scholarship.
- Write a paragraph of at least 200 words detailing your involvement with 4-H after leaving the Grande Prairie district.
- Supply two (2) letters of reference.
- Complete the NADC scholarship application - click here to download application and forward to Grande Prairie District.
- Send complete package to the address shown below postmarked by May 5. Package should include 200 word paragraph, 2 reference letters, and NADC scholarship application.
Contact:
Grande Prairie 4-H District
Scholarship Committee
Unit 90, 10001 - 101 Ave
GRANDE PRAIRIE AB T8V 0X9
Keith Gilmore Scholarships
Deadline May 15
The Keith Gilmore Foundation was
established in 1987 with its headquarters located at the Canadian Hereford
Association in Calgary, Alberta. It was established to provide scholarships to
worthy applicants in the fields of agriculture,veterinary medicine and
agricultural journalism. The foundation is named in honour of the late Keith
Gilmore, editor and publisher of The Canadian Hereford Digest for 30 years. It
recognizes his contribution to the Hereford breed, agricultural journalism and
the beef cattle industry.
Up to ten (10) scholarships are available and are awarded each year in the
later part of August.
For additional information and application forms, please visit: Keith Gilmore Scholarships
Monsanto Canada
Deadline May 27
Monsanto Canada is Helping Build Careers in Agriculture and Forestry
Monsanto Canada is proud to support post-secondary education opportunities for farm families. By assisting young people from farm backgrounds in their pursuit of a college or university education in agriculture or forestry, we are investing in their future careers - and in the future of the agriculture and forestry industries in Canada.
The Monsanto Canada Opportunity Scholarship Program is for Canadian high school students from family farms who have successfully enrolled at a Canadian educational institution (degree or diploma) in a first-year agriculture or forestry program.
For additional information and application forms, please visit: www.monsanto.ca
OYF Memorial Scholarship
Deadline Jun 30
Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers Program is proud to introduce the OYF Memorial Scholarship, to be awarded annually to an individual pursuing post secondary education in agriculture. This scholarship has been made possible through the foresight of one of our alumni, Martin Streef (Ontario 1996). Martin’s dedication to agriculture and the OYF program will help future generations to pursue their own passion for agriculture.
Award:
One $1000 scholarship awarded annually
Eligibility:
Open to any individual in Canada pursuing post secondary education leading to a diploma or degree in agriculture.
How to Apply:
Each applicant will be required to fill out this application form and forward it and the other requirements to the OYF Program Manager by June 30th
Download Application Form
Joan Cranston, OYF Program Manager
37 Carluke Rd. E., R.R. # 2
Ancaster, ON L9G 3L1
Bill Kehler
Scholarship
Deadline Aug 30
We are now accepting applications for 2011. Download you copy HERE, and be sure to take a look over our checklist to make sure you have everything
properly filled out before submitting your application.
Honouring The
Voice Of Rodeo
The Bill Kehler Memorial Scholarships were established in 2003 by the
Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy's Benevolent Foundation and Northlands in honour of Bill
Kehler. Known as the voice of Canadian Finals Rodeo, Spruce Meadows and the
Calgary Stampede, Bill Kehler demonstrated a life-long commitment to rodeo,
broadcasting and the agricultural industry.
Each $2,500
Scholarship Helps Further An Education
The Bill Kehler Memorial Scholarships are open to students who have completed
grade 12 and are pursuing post-secondary education. Up to four scholarships of
$2,500 each are awarded each year. Scholarships are distributed to students with
academic interests in broadcasting or agriculture. Individuals in professional
rodeo can also apply for a scholarship to support their post-secondary
studies.
Please send your complete application package to:
Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy’s Benevolent Fund
C/O Northlands
PO Box 1480
Edmonton, AB T5J 2N5
Attn: Bill Kehler Memorial Awards
Nuffield Canada Farming Scholarship
Deadline Apr 30
The objective of the Nuffield Canada Farming Scholarship is to develop leadership from within Canada's rural industries, communities and from the practices of agriculture.
If you're involved in farming or an agriculture-related industry and feel that it's time to step back and take a look at the bigger picture on a worldwide scale, then being awarded a Nuffield Farming Scholarship could be just the challenge you need. Why not look at things from a different perspective - and then send us an Application Form. To do that, go HERE.
Each year, Nuffield Canada grants limited scholarships to a few applicants who are Canadian Citizens between 25 and 45 and who already work in agriculture. This group includes farmers, foresters, growers, farm managers and anyone with an influence in these fields. Selected applicants are those the Selection Committee feel will be able to contribute and innovate within their respective fields upon their return to Canada.
We look for people with very special qualities - since there is no prior academic level of achievement required, a scholarship is far more achievable than you may think. The rewards are tremendous for those who are selected and the industry within which each one will work benefits greatly.
Contact:
Nuffield Canada Scholarships
The Miller Thomson Foundation National Scholarship
Deadline Mar 1
Entrance Scholarship for high school students planning on attending a Canadian university or community college.
For more information, visit their website at www.millerthomson.com
Other Scholarship Opportunities
Bursary
ATB Student First Bursary
Available on-line year round
ATB Financial has an opportunity for College and University students to win one of ten $1,000 bursaries by filling out a Student Line of Credit and MasterCard application. Bursaries are drawn from the student customers annually.
Contact: ATB Financial
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