Hugh Thomas Robertson was born on September 13, 1901, in Morrisburg, Ontario. In 1911 his family moved to Calgary. He graduated from Central Collegiate Institute in 1921 and after a year of Normal School, taught in a variety of rural locations in Alberta. He left teaching to pursue academics at the University of Saskatchewan, completing  Continue Reading »

This award was established by the Aaron Family in appreciation of the education their children received at Western Canada High School. Donor Aaron Family Where Tenable Western Canada High School (WCHS) Field of Study Theatre or Technical Theatre Value $650 Number One Eligibility Open to students registered in grade 12 who are completing the requirements  Continue Reading »

The Green & Gold Fund was established in 2005 to provide financial support to assist students at Bowness High School pursue post-secondary education opportunities. These scholarships enable Bowness High School graduates to enhance their development and growth in five key areas. Donor Endowed by the friends, families and alumni of Bowness High School Where Tenable  Continue Reading »

Established in 2009 in memory of Rick Theriault, teacher and mentor, who encouraged students to participate in the athletic community of Lester B. Pearson High School. Rick valued all students, and understood the need to feel a part of something bigger, to empower them to reach for their dreams. Donor Holly Theriault Where Tenable Lester  Continue Reading »

Established in 2004, this award is intended to promote further study, as a full-time post-secondary university student in a Math, Science or Engineering degree program. Donor Ruth Ursula Leipziger Where Tenable Forest Lawn High School Field of Study Math, Science or Engineering Value $1,250 Number One Eligibility Open to students who identify as female and  Continue Reading »

The Steven Irving Memorial Music Scholarship is dedicated to the memory of Steven Irving, a gifted musician who attended Bowness Senior High School between 1993 and 1996.  His love for and appreciation of all types of music was demonstrated by his involvement in the Bowness Concert and Jazz Bands, where he played saxophone and keyboard.  Continue Reading »

Established in 1978 at his namesake school, Dr. Gordon Keith Higgins remains a passionate advocate for public education. A seventh generation Canadian, he was born at St. Andrews by the Sea, New Brunswick, on March 23, 1922. Dr. Higgins served as an elected trustee on the Calgary Board of Education from 1963-1970 and promoted the  Continue Reading »

Gary Weimann was an active parent at GP Vanier involved with the school at many levels, including Chair on the Parent Council for many years. A loving father and husband, Gary lived what he believed – giving of himself and his time to the communities he lived in – his family, his children’s school and  Continue Reading »

This award was established in loving memory of Keith Carswell to recognize a student at Central Memorial High School who has performed well in math & science (physics, biology, chemistry) while overcoming personal and/or academic challenges. Donor Family and Friends of Keith Carswell Where Tenable Central Memorial High School Field of Study Unrestricted Value $500  Continue Reading »

Laine Alexandra McLeod was an outstanding student who loved school and did her very best in all her endeavours. She was thoughtful of others, and the first to step forward to help someone in need. Laine was good-natured and had a terrific sense of humour. She liked to have fun and was a good friend.  Continue Reading »