Every Woman Can: The Maria Eriksen Memorial Bursary

About this award

$2,000 for immigrant women in Alberta returning to their pre-immigration professional field — apply by June 15, 2026.

You can receive one of five bursaries valued at $2,000 each. This is a bursary, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. The funds are applied directly to your tuition. This is for you if you are an immigrant woman living in Alberta who is returning to the professional field you worked in before moving to Canada. You must apply by June 15, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you will hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through their application 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 at your school. Confirm with Calgary Foundation during your application if there are any specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your account. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it is a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.

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

   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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