John Shirra Memorial Scholarship
$ 2,000
minimum of $2,000 each, applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
John Shirra Memorial Scholarship
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 18, 2026
$2.0K
Total value
Jun 1
Deadline
About this award
Get at least $2,000 for your studies if you are a 3rd-year or senior Bachelor of Commerce student at the University of Calgary — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can receive one of two awards valued at a minimum of $2,000 each. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a business student who balances hard work and entrepreneurship with a love for sports, adventure, and a strong spirit of friendship. You must apply by June 1, 2026. The provider does not state when or how you will be notified of the result, so ask Calgary Foundation if you will hear back via email 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 tuition rather than sent as a cash payment to you. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate — study level
- Studying Bachelor of Commerce — field of study
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.
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
Community Leadership
The biggest mistake is listing a series of clubs you joined without explaining your impact.
Strategy
Winners instead describe specific projects they led or ways they helped others, showing the "community spirit" the donor valued.
References
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter from a professor who barely knows you.
Strategy
Winners provide a reference who can personally vouch for their character, humor, and friendship to others.
Strategy
Focus your application on the balance between business and life.
Strategy
Since the donor was a treasurer who also loved hiking and skiing, highlight how you manage your academic success alongside your athletic pursuits.
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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, Canadian Citizen.
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