For 34 years, Sandra taught elementary children at five Calgary Board of Education schools and was a Learning Leader at two of them. She loved teaching and cared deeply for her students. Sandra was particularly focused on teaching methods designed to strengthen her students’ reading ability. Sandra’s commitment to the education of students continued long  Continue Reading »

This award was established by Brookes College to encourage and support students in pursuing further education beyond high school.   DONOR: Brookes College WHERE TENABLE: Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic School District (City of Calgary schools only) FIELD OF STUDY: Unrestricted VALUE: Minimum $1,000 NUMBER: Up to four (4) ELIGIBILITY: Open to students  Continue Reading »

This award was established to commemorate Greta Paige Marofke, daughter and granddaughter of two generations of William Aberhart High School alumni, who passed away in 2017 at the age of 3. The story of Greta’s two year struggle with a rare form of liver cancer brought together people from all over the world in a  Continue Reading »

Eduardo Bilanes lived a long life with selflessness in one hand and compassion in the other, always caring for those around him first. Eduardo-Jose Martinez carried happiness and positivity wherever he went, lending a helping hand while bringing a smile to your face. Both Eduardos were diagnosed with cancer, and in 2022, peacefully passed away  Continue Reading »

This award was established in 1982 through the Alberta Child Reach Society in memory of Doris Donald. The purpose of the award is to assist students who could not afford class fees and/or materials without financial help. Donor Endowed by the family and friends of Doris Donald Where Tenable Calgary Board of Education Field of Study  Continue Reading »

The CBE Staff Association proudly represents close to 5000 support staff employees who work in various capacities to support the education of CBE students. Since 2011, the CBE Staff Association has been proud to further support education by offering a range of scholarship opportunities for students who have a parent or guardian who is a  Continue Reading »

This scholarship was established in 2010 to honour Bruce Leitl’s contribution to the local and national music production industry. He wrote scores for television commercials and films and produced recordings for some of Canada’s leading musicians. We are surrounded by soundtracks – in movies, TV shows, video games and commercials – and someone wrote them.  Continue Reading »

The Bree Eriksen Memorial Dance Award was created to honor the memory of Bree Eriksen who died tragically in 2001. Bree grew up dancing in Calgary and received numerous awards; she also attended the University of Calgary where she completed her Kinesiology degree. Bree’s passion was dance, and upon graduation she worked for Princess Cruise  Continue Reading »

This award was established to encourage Calgary Board of Education refugee or immigrant students who have come to Canada within the last five years to continue their education to achieve success in their new lives and careers. Donor Anonymously contributed through EducationMatters Where Tenable Calgary Board of Education Field of Study Unrestricted Value $1,000 Number  Continue Reading »

The Bow Valley Music Club is a not-for-profit society providing an annual series of live musical concerts primarily in the folk music style.  Marjorie Taylor was a founding member and hard-working active volunteer for the Club until her passing in 1999. The members of the Bow Valley Music Club are very proud to offer this  Continue Reading »