ONLINE SCHOLARSHIPS
Jan. 21
Millennium Scholarship
100 national awards $5,000/00 renewable 3 yrs., provincial awards $4,000.00 renewable 3 yrs.
Enrolling in Canadian post secondary institution first year of study full time, academic achievement, demonstrate capacity for leadership and ability to motivate others, demonstrated interest in innovation. Other criteria see website.
www.millenniumscholarship.ca
Jan. 31
Toyota Earth Day
$5,000.00 x 3
Graduate of High School, demonstration of outstanding environmental commitment, Canadian citizen/landed immigrant, community service and leadership, high academic achievement, enrollment in Canadian college or university.
www.earthday.ca
Feb. 1
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award Program
$6,000.00
Gr. 12 student planning on attending post secondary school, demonstrated courage in overcoming obstacles, Canadian citizen.
www.terryfox.org
March 10
REMAX Quest for Excellence
$500.00 x 24
In an essay, Gr. 12 students are encouraged to demonstrate their passion for and dedication to one of the following topics: leadership, sports, technology & trades,
performing arts, fine arts, community service
www.remax-western.ca/4002 quest for excellence.html
March 31
AIA & the Global Automotive Aftermarket
Symposium (GAAS) Scholarship Program
$1,000.00
Gr. 12’s entering a College/Tech school studying in the Automotive Technical Program full time.
www..aiacanadfa.com/scholarships.cfm?itemid=3490&smocid=1350
March 31
Chartered Accountants of Alberta
Varies
Requirements vary.
www.icaa.ab.ca/become/awards.shtml
March 31
Dr. Ed O’Connor Scholarship
$2,000.00/yr.
Awarded to Alberta students who attend St. Francis Xavier University on the basis of academic proficiency, athletic achievement, citizenship and need.
www.stfx.ca/campus/stu-serv/scholarships/
Varies
NOVA Corporation Scholarships Native Education
Varies
Different scholarships available
www.ammsa.com/bursary-alberta.html
Apr. 15
Retail As A Career
$1,000.00
Part time retail experience, apply to or currently enrolled in part time or full time retail or business related post secondary.
Www.retaileducation.ca/cms/sitem.cfm/scholarship/
Apr. 29
Alberta Association of School Resource Officers
$500.00 to $1,500.00
Topic essay of 1,500 words required “How has St. Francis High School prepared me for Post Secondary Institutions?”
www.aasro.com
April 31
Metis & Non-Status Bursary Program
Varies
Must be Metis or Non-Status Indian. Have financial need. Resident for at least 3 years prior to applying and demonstrate an investment in and a commitment to,
aboriginal communities.
www.child.gov.ab.ca/whatwedo/page.cfm?pg
May 6
Greyhound Canada Transportation Corp.
$500.00 to $2,500.00
Gr. 12 students who have an 80% average or higher on their report card or transcript. Drop your transcript or report card at the Greyhound Depot in Calgary—
850-16 Ave. S.W.
www.greyhound.ca
May 15
Marshall Hamar Memorial Fund
$1,000.00
Gr. 12 student who spent at least 2 years under the care of Alberta Children’s Services and left care at age 15 or older. Financial need.
www.dollarsforlearners.com
May 15
Royal Bank Financial Lifeskill Scholarship
$2,000.00
Gr. 12 student who will be attending university or college. 65% average or higher. Community leadership, extra-curricular involvement, volunteer services, outside
interests/hobbies, career goals.
www.rbcroyalbank.com/lifeskills
June 1
Shell’s Spirit of the Future Awards
$5,000.00
Gr. 12 planning on attending post secondary school in Sept. Currently volunteering in Alberta with an Alberta not for profit organization.
www.shell.ca/spiritawards

ONLINE SCHOLARSHIPS
June 20
Len Sayer Memorial Award
$500.00
Gr. 12 students who have worked to prevent impaired driving tragedies in their community and are going to further their education at a college or university. This award is based on financial need.
www.ualberta.ca?PAID/Isager.htm
June 30
Canadian Printing Industry
$1,000.00
Commitment to printing career, private interview required, 75% for community college, 80% college or university
www.cpia-aci.ca
July 15
Monsanto Agribusiness
$1,500.00
Customer care line 1-800-667-4944, must be from agriculture or forestry family farming operation, plan to enter first year post secondary, academic excellence, leadership capabilities and community involvement, 2 reference letters, essay of 300 words, acceptance letter from post secondary.
www.monsanto.ca
July 15
APEGGA University Entrance Scholarships
$3,000.00 x 12
Excellence in academics, citizenship, leadership and interest in the field. Must be enrolled in engineering, geology or geography at U of C, U of A or another university or college in Alberta offering transfer programs. Financial need.
www.apegga.org/members/ScholarshipsAwards/university.html
Oct. 29
Canada Trust Scholarship
$10,000.00
Gr. 12 student who will be attending post secondary school, community leadership towards improved community.
www.tdcanadatrust.com/scholarship
Dec. 5
House of Commons Page Program
$10,800/26 payments throughout year + $1200 bonus at the end
Must be a Canadian citizen and commencing full time university studies in the fall at a National Capital Region University.
www.parl.gc.ca/information/about/programs/SenPages/SenPages-e.htm
Dec. 15
Burger King
$1,000.00 x 1500
Financial need demonstrated, community service and/or co-curricular activities, registration at post secondary same year as graduating.
www.bkscholars.scholarshipamerica.org.
Dec. 31
Father Edward Colleton Scholarship
$1,000.00
Essay required of 800 to 1,000 words on topic given, have passing grades and be graduating from Gr. 12, demonstrate interest and active involvement in “life issues” and or the pro-life movement, letter of reference from staff member or community representative, self profile outlining participation in school life/community activities.
www.lifesite.net

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POST SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIPS CALGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL AWARDS
University of Calgary www.ucalgary.ca/UofC/students/awards/ www.cssd.ab.ca/students/scholarship/index.shtml to apply for - outstanding student awards - entrance awards - Seymour Schulich Scholarship for students in engineering
SAIT www.sait.ab.ca/flash.html and click on perspective student SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES
Mount Royal College www.mtroyal.ab.ca/and click on finances -www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships/info.asp -www.scholarshipscanada.com
St. Mary’s University College -www.studentaward.com http://www.stmc.ca/ and click on current students -www.auc.ca/programs/index_e.html -www.dollarsforlearners.com
University of Lethbridge www.uleth.ca/ross/student-financial/index/html
University of Alberta www.registrar.ualberta.ca/ro.cfm?id=o

HOW TO INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING A SCHOLARSHIP
Prepare for scholarship eligibility in Grade 10 by: (a) getting involved in co-curricular, extra-curricular and community activities (b) volunteering in your church, youth group, hospital, etc. “High marks are often not enough; most scholarships awarding boards also look for leadership qualities.
Ask parents, aunts, uncles and grandparents to inquire about scholarships offered through employers and organizations they belong to.
Ask your employer about scholarships offered to employees.
See your counsellor for help with scholarship planning.