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 »

“The Skipping Stone Foundation supports and empowers trans and gender diverse youth and their families by providing low-barrier access to social and community, mental health and medical services. Our name originates from the idea that positive actions have a profound and far reaching impact like water ripples away from a skipping stone. In recognizing those  Continue Reading »

This award was established to provide a financial award for studies in all academic areas of post-secondary education. The purpose of this award is to meet the increasing needs of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students for financial support in pursuing post-secondary education, and to assist them in the pursuit of excellence in every discipline.  Continue Reading »

Originally established as a historical award by the “Aunts and Uncles at Large” and their donors, this scholarship recognizes graduating students who have been mentees of, or mentors for, the organization. Donor Big Brothers Big Sisters and various donors Where Tenable            Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic School District  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 Anonymous Where Tenable Calgary Board of Education Field of Study Unrestricted – Students pursuing trades/vocational programs are  Continue Reading »

This award was established to provide financial support to students entering their first year of a practical health care program at Bow Valley College, Mount Royal University, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) or the University of Calgary Donor Eimer Scholarship Fund at the Calgary Foundation Where Tenable Calgary Board of Education, Calgary Catholic School  Continue Reading »

The Calgarians Improving Society Award was founded in 2021 by the Cooke Family to help exceptional, community-minded young people choosing to study in Calgary enter careers that will make a positive contribution to Canadian society. DONOR(S): The Cooke Family WHERE TENABLE: Calgary Board of Education FIELD OF STUDY: Unrestricted VALUE: At least $2,500 per year  Continue Reading »

This scholarship was established in memory of Rudy Berger who was born in 1927 and lived a meaningful 96 years with a successful career in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. After graduating from Western Canada High School, Rudy’s entrepreneurial drive led him to construct his own hamburger booth and obtain a license for a midway  Continue Reading »

This student award was founded in 2022 by an incredibly generous anonymous donor with the desire to provide students in financial need with the opportunity to be fully supported on their postsecondary journey.  Investing in young people is a true investment into our future – this student award will remove financial barriers to success for  Continue Reading »