Calgary Foundation · Regional

Bill Gibson Bursary

Reviewed by · verified April 17, 2026

$7,500
Total value
May 15, 2026 (past — check with provider)
Deadline

About this award

$7,500 for Grade 12 students in Calgary graduating from CBE or CCSD who are entering a full-time undergraduate program — apply by May 15, 2026.

You can receive one award valued at $7,500, which is applied directly to your tuition. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. If you maintain your eligibility, the award is renewable for up to three consecutive years of study, allowing for up to four years of support total. This is for you if you are a community leader in Calgary who has dedicated your time to volunteering and needs financial help to afford university. You must apply by May 15, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through their portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to your tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation during your application if there are any other specific payment steps you need to take. To keep this award for multiple years, you must maintain a full-time course load as defined by your school and achieve good academic standing with a cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%. Since other renewal conditions aren't listed, confirm with Calgary Foundation if there are any other requirements to maintain the funding.

Can you get it?

  • Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
  • Resident of AB — provincial eligibility

How to apply

  1. Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

    Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

  2. Collect reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.

  3. Submit before the posted deadline~1 hour

    Check the official source for the current deadline: save a copy and submit at least 24 hours early.

More details

Community Leadership

The biggest mistake is simply listing your volunteer hours.

Strategy

Winners instead tell stories about the impact they had on others and how their leadership improved the community.

Strategy

Describe a specific project you led in Calgary to stand out.

References

Many students provide a generic teacher reference.

Strategy

Winners provide a letter from a community leader or volunteer coordinator who can vouch for their character and leadership skills outside of the classroom.

Strategy

Focus your application on the intersection of your financial need and your community service.

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Bill Gibson Bursary

$ 7,500

$7,500, applied directly to tuition

Apply by May 15, 2026 (past — check with provider)

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Verified Apr 17, 2026
$7,500 May 15, 2026 (past — check with provider)
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