Bill Gibson Bursary

About this award

$7,500 for a Calgary Grade 12 student entering a full-time undergraduate program locally — apply by May 15, 2026.

You can receive one award valued at $7,500. This is a bursary, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. It 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 local leader who has spent your time volunteering in the Calgary community and needs financial help to afford university. Apply by May 15, 2026. The provider does not state when or how you will be notified of the result — ask Calgary Foundation if they notify winners by email, phone, or a 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 if there are any specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your school account. To keep this award, you must maintain a full-time course load as defined by your school and achieve good academic standing with a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average — the average of all your final grades) greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%.

Can you get it?

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

How to apply

1. 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. 2

   Collect reference letters2 weeks

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

3. 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.

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