There are many locally available bursaries for FVSD graduates! Explore the headings below to find more information about each listed bursary.
Not sure where to find scholarships? Check out the list of websites below for more information on available opportunities. Note, this is by no means a complete list of scholarships but is a good starting point.
Bursaries
Explore the list below for information on local and regional bursaries available to FVSD students. Be sure to check out the Alberta Learning Information Service (ALIS) website for more about bursaries and scholarships in Alberta and across the country.
Click each heading for more information about the bursary.
Value: $2,000
Bursaries Available: 15
DEADLINE: The deadline for receipt of applications is the first Friday in June each year
Fort Vermilion School Division (FVSD) together with the Northern Alberta Development Council (NADC) have 15 bursaries available to encourage local students who have graduated from FVSD schools to return to the region upon post-secondary graduation.
Students may receive a bursary each year to a maximum of four years but must apply each year. Below is a link to the complete guidelines and application form.
Contact Darlene Bergen at 780-927-3766 or darleneb1@fvsd.ab.ca with any questions.
Submit applications to the following:
NADC Partnership Bursary
Fort Vermilion School Division
P.O. Bag 1, 5213 River Road
Fort Vermilion, AB
T0H 1N0
FAX: 780-927-4625
Value: Up to $1000 available each year
May be awarded as one $1000 bursary or two $500 bursaries. Recipients may also apply for a matching NADC Partnership Bursary.
DEADLINE: August 31
As you know attracting and retaining the best physicians, nurses and medical staff to your hospital is key to an excellent healthcare future for you, your family, your neighbours and your colleagues.
This is why the Foundation works to partner with YOU to create bursary and scholarship opportunities that support both those who are following a new educational path and those continuing studies in healthcare.
DEADLINE: April 30
Value: The usual amount of the bursary is $1,000*
*NOTE: Both the number and value of bursaries available each year may vary.
DEADLINE: April 30, 2024 at 4:30 pm
This bursary is available to someone taking courses relating to library services.
Value: The usual amount of the bursary is $1,000*
*NOTE: Both the number and value of bursaries available each year may vary.
The NADC Bursary Program offers return service bursaries to students, it is meant to encourage students to train for jobs that are in demand in northern Alberta.
Click on the links below for more information about each bursary and for online applications. You will need a verified Alberta.ca Account to submit your applications.
NADC Bursary: Applications for a $7,000 bursary are due by April 30th for studies in the fall of the same calendar year.
First Nation, Metis and Inuit Bursary: Applications for a $7,000 or $11,500 bursary, depending on the type of program you are taking, are due June 1st and November 15th of the academic year it is awarded.
Medical and Dentistry Student Bursary: Applications for a $14,000 bursary are due by April 30th of each year. For information on the $28,000 option through a sponsor, please refer to the Bursary Partnership Program.
Nurse Practitioner Bursary: Applications for a $10,500 bursary are due by April 30th of each year. For information on the $21,000 option through a sponsor, please refer to the Bursary Partnership Program.
Pharmacy Student Bursary: Applications for a $7,000 bursary are due by April 30th of each year. For information on the $14,000 option through a sponsor, please refer to the Bursary Partnership Program.
Veterinary Student Bursary: Applications for a $7,000 bursary are due by April 30th of each year. For information on the $14,000 option through a sponsor, please refer to the Bursary Partnership Program.
Northern Student Teacher Bursary: This bursary currently provides teaching students in northern Alberta with $18,000 over two years. Applications for this bursary can be submitted between July 26 and October 10, 2023 for the 2023-2024 academic school year.
Bursary Partnership Program: Businesses and organizations can submit forms according to individual sponsor deadline. The deadline is November 30 of each year unless arrangements are made in writing prior to this date. The application process runs from April 1 to November 30 of each year.
Health Care Practicum: Consider a practicum location that offers you great experience and lots of variety — come to northern Alberta! Alberta Health Services offers a wide range of settings and experiences and with NADC, are offering the funding to help make it happen. Practicum for the 2023-2024 Health Care Practicum Funding Program must be completed between April 1, 2023 and March 31, 2024. Applications are due by February 15, 2024.
Value: $2,000
Storwell is offering an annual bursary of $2,000 in support of foster children to help them attend post-secondary schools and to offer a hand up as they make their way forward in life.
The award is non-renewable, but candidates are welcome to apply for it once a year. The successful candidate is an active member of their community, has excellent grades and displays financial need.
Eligibility:
- Applicant must have been a foster child with an official Canadian foster care program and agrees to having the above organization verify the same. Youth who were involved in kinship care or other alternative living situations can also receive consideration for this award.
- Youth who were part of the Children's Aid Society (CAS) agency or similar program will also be eligible to apply for this award.
- Applicant will be enrolled as a full-time student at a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada by the start of the next school semester.
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Applicant must be 24 years of age or less at the time of application
DEADLINE: December 31st of each year
Application is available here:
These bursaries are open to all students registered in the Fort Vermilion School Division continuing their education at an accredited tertiary institution such as a university or college.
Preference will be given to the following:
- Students who work for Tolko Industries Ltd.
- Children of employees who work for Tolko Industries Ltd.
- Students pursuing education in forestry or related studies, trades or technical training, sciences, or business studies
- Students with plans to return to the area on completion of their studies
Value: 2 bursaries of $1,000
DEADLINE: May 24, 2024
Scholarships
Be sure to check out the Alberta Learning Information Service (ALIS) website for more about bursaries and scholarships in Alberta and across the country.
Click each heading for more information about the scholarship.
The ATA Fort Vermilion Local #77 is pleased to announce three scholarships available to graduates of the ‘Class of 2024’
Value: $500 each
DEADLINE: May 6, 2024
Alberta's government offers scholarships and awards to encourage and reward the excellence of Albertans in post-secondary study.
Undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and post-doctoral scholarships, awards and bursaries.
A searchable website to help students with disabilities find available educational awards.
As you know attracting and retaining the best physicians, nurses and medical staff to your hospital is key to an excellent healthcare future for you, your family, your neighbours and your colleagues.
This is why the Foundation works to partner with YOU to create bursary and scholarship opportunities that support both those who are following a new educational path and those continuing studies in healthcare.
DEADLINE: April 30
Several post-secondary institutions provide resources and supports for Indigenous students, including financial assistance. Potential sources of funding may also include student loans and grants, band funding, and scholarships and bursaries.
Rupertsland Institute (RLI) provides post-secondary financial aid to Métis students to reduce the overall cost of education and the financial burden it can have. RLI Post-Secondary Education (PSE) program funding will be available to eligible applicants on a first come, first serve basis with priority given to existing RLI clients.
An extensive database for finding scholarships, bursaries and grants across Canada.
A great online resource for finding scholarships, bursaries, and grants.
Universities Canada manages government-funded international partnership programs and more than 120 scholarship programs on behalf of private sector companies.
The University Study website offers a single starting point for anyone looking for information on university study in Canada. Click the buttons below for more information on applying for scholarships and a list of helpful links.