Every Woman Can: The Maria Eriksen Memorial Bursary
$ 2,000
$2,000 each, applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
Every Woman Can: The Maria Eriksen Memorial Bursary
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 17, 2026
$2.0K
Total value
Jun 15
Deadline
About this award
$2,000 for immigrant women in Alberta who are taking professional or technical training to return to their pre-immigration career — apply by June 15, 2026.
You can receive one of five bursaries valued at $2,000 each. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and does not have to be paid back. This is for you if you are an immigrant woman who had a professional career in your home country and are now training to get those credentials recognized in Canada. You must apply by June 15, 2026. No notification timeline is posted publicly — when you apply, ask how and when you will hear back via email, phone, or the 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. 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
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Submit by June 15, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Professional Experience
The biggest mistake is describing your past work too vaguely.
Strategy
Winners instead provide a clear list of their previous roles and exactly how their current Canadian training bridges the gap to those roles.
Strategy
List your specific job titles from your home country.
Financial Need
Many applicants simply say they cannot afford school.
Strategy
Winners instead provide a brief, honest breakdown of their monthly expenses versus income to prove why $2,000 makes a difference.
Strategy
Attach a simple budget sheet if the application allows.
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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 15, 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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