He was a guide and an inspiration to many. We honour Hal Winlaw, our family, our friend, and our teacher. Hal was a high school guidance counsellor with the Calgary school board for over 35 years. He was passionate about exploring the inner self. This was evident in his role as a leader, honouring and  Continue Reading »

Haworth and Heritage Business Interiors (HBI) created a scholarship to encourage students to develop talents in architecture and interior design. Education has always been a driving force at Haworth and it remains a cornerstone. Continuous learning and valuing our world have defined our business behaviour, influenced our decisions and communicated our brand. We believe that  Continue Reading »

This innovative award was launched in 2008 by the Said Arrata family for new Canadians transitioning to post-secondary studies or trades. CBE teachers and specialists have identified the need for this type of award as the number of ESL/permanent resident students grows significantly each year in Calgary, where every high school has some percentage of  Continue Reading »

Honouring their mothers, Tony and Kay Van den Brink established this bursary in recognition of students who have qualifications to continue on to post-secondary but do not have the financial means. They wish the scholarship to follow the students to their choice of academic institution to cover the cost of tuition, books and other needs.  Continue Reading »

Ben Albert understood the importance of education and the positive impact sports has in a person’s life. Ben had a passion and drive to excel academically and in sport. He proved you could be a top student but also participate and succeed in sports at the same time. The Benjamin (Ben) Albert Legacy Award was  Continue Reading »

The Fogolâr Furlan di Calgary is an association whose members originate from the culturally and linguistically unique region of Friuli Venezia Giulia in Northeastern Itay. The founding members of the Fogolâr Furlan di Calgary wanted a better life for themselves and for their children. They worked hard for the interests of their families and considered  Continue Reading »

Originally established in 1993 for students of the Plains Indians Cultural Survival School, this award for Indigenous, Métis and Inuit students was transferred to the EducationMatters in 2005. The purpose of this award is to encourage Indigenous, Métis, and Inuit students, who have demonstrated involvement in their school and communities, to pursue post-secondary education. Donor  Continue Reading »

The Richard R. and Linda A. Singleton Education Fund Award was established to provide financial assistance for well-rounded students involved in many and diverse aspects of the school and/or community and who require financial assistance to undertake post-secondary studies. Donor Richard R. and Linda A. Singleton Education Fund at Calgary Foundation Where tenable Calgary Board  Continue Reading »

he Thorner/Johnston/DiMarzo Family New Immigrant Bursary, launched in 2017, recognizes the significant challenges faced by youth who are new to Canada as they adjust to a new country, community and school. Additionally, the Thorner/Johnston/DiMarzo Family New Immigrant Bursary recognizes the incredible potential of these youth – to realize their dreams, academic interests, and to contribute  Continue Reading »

This scholarship was established in 2006 in tribute to Len and Ivy Freeston’s deep love of the arts and each other. Endowed by their son and daughter-in-law, it is intended to provide a graduating high school student the opportunity to pursue post-secondary education for a career in the arts. By fostering future artists and those  Continue Reading »