A Crescent Heights High School graduate, Joan Ethier has a passion for encouraging women to study and pursue careers in the Sciences. The scholarship will be awarded to students identifying as female in the Calgary Board of Education pursuing Science or Engineering degree studies, or a degree in Information or Computer Systems in any faculty  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 »

Dr. and Mrs. MacGougan established the William Keir MacGougan Memorial Bursary in 1963 in memory of William Keir MacGougan. The purpose of the bursary is to provide an incentive to boys who might otherwise be discouraged by reason of financial need to pursue post-secondary education. Donor Dr. and Mrs. MacGougan Where Tenable Calgary Board of  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 »

In 1984 the Viscount Bennett Band Parents Association established a Scholarship fund to encourage talented, deserving students, currently enrolled in a Grade 11 Band program, the opportunity and incentive to continue their studies in the Grade 12 band program. This award is intended to assist students who might otherwise be unable to continue in the  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 »

Pamela Jane Hardy was a dedicated teacher and brilliant mathematician who excelled athletically. In memory of her passion for teaching, love of math, and adventurous spirit this award will support a Calgary high school student who demonstrates financial need and excels mathematically and athletically to help offset the cost of a university education. Donor Family  Continue Reading »