Calgary Black Chambers Business Scholarship
$ 7,000
One award of $5,000, applied directly to tuition; One award of $7,000, applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
Calgary Black Chambers Business Scholarship
Reviewed by G Paul · verified March 28, 2026
$7.0K
Total value
Jun 1
Deadline
About this award
Win up to $7,000 applied directly to your tuition — apply by June 1, 2026 if you are a Black Canadian student in a business program.
Depending on which award you win, you will receive either $5,000 or $7,000. Specifically, the ATB Community Leadership Scholarship and the KPMG Academic Excellence Scholarship are $5,000 each, while the Academic Excellence at MRU (Mount Royal University) Scholarship and the TD Business Leadership Scholarship are $7,000 each. These are scholarships, not loans, so you do not have to pay them back. This is for you if you are a Black Canadian student pursuing a business degree or diploma and have a track record of leading others in your community or professional circles. You must apply by June 1, 2026. The provider does not state exactly when or how you will be notified of the result — when you apply, ask if they notify winners via email, phone, or a student 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. Because it goes straight to the school, you won't receive a cash deposit in your bank account. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it's a one-time award or if you can apply again each year.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.
Collect reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.
Submit by June 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Leadership
The biggest mistake is listing titles without results.
Strategy
Winners instead describe the specific impact they had on their community, such as "organized a food drive that fed 50 families." Give a concrete example of a project you led from start to finish.
References
The biggest mistake is using a family friend or teacher who doesn't know your professional side.
Strategy
Winners instead secure a letter from a business owner or community leader who can vouch for your work ethic and leadership skills.
Strategy
Since one application considers you for four different awards, highlight both your grades and your extracurriculars.
Strategy
If you have a 3.7+ GPA, emphasize your academic rigor, but don't forget to detail your community involvement to remain eligible for the leadership-focused awards.
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How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
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When is the deadline?
Applications close on June 1, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
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Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident.
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