Bill Gibson Bursary

Calgary Foundation

$7,500 for Grade 12 students in Calgary graduating from CBE or CCSD entering a full time undergraduate program. May 15, 2026 round closed.

Published by · last checked August 31, 2026

Award value
$7,500
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Level
High school, Undergraduate
Open to
Alberta

Applications are closed for this cycle

Applications are not open right now (they last closed May 15, 2026). Many awards like this one run again each year, so we re-check this page and update it when the next cycle opens. Last verified Aug 31, 2026.

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What you will need

  • Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
  • Proof of residency in Calgary
  • Proof of Grade 12 graduation from CBE or CCSD
  • Enrollment in a full-time undergraduate program at a Calgary institution
  • Community leadership and volunteering in Calgary
  • One letter of reference

About this award

You can receive one award valued at $7,500, which is applied directly to your tuition. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. If you maintain your eligibility, the award 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 community leader in Calgary who has dedicated your time to volunteering and needs financial help to afford university. The May 15, 2026 deadline has passed and this round is closed. Check Calgary Foundation's awards page for the next application window. When you do apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through their 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 during your application if there are any other specific payment steps you need to take. To keep this award for multiple years, you must maintain a full-time course load as defined by your school and achieve good academic standing with a cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%. Since other renewal conditions aren't listed, confirm with Calgary Foundation if there are any other requirements to maintain the funding.

Who qualifies

You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Calgary. You must be a Grade 12 student graduating this year from the CBE (Calgary Board of Education) or the CCSD (Calgary Catholic School District). You must be entering the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree program at a Calgary post-secondary institution directly from high school with no gap year. Additionally, you must demonstrate leadership in the Calgary community through volunteering and show financial need. You cannot qualify if you already receive an award or bursary of equal or greater value from EducationMatters or Calgary Foundation.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Open to high school or undergraduate students
  • Resident of Alberta

How to apply

  1. Read the award's official page

    Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

  2. Ask for reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

  3. This round closed on May 15, 2026

    Check the award's official page for the next round before you prepare anything.

Tips for applying

  • Community LeadershipAvoid simply listing your volunteer hours. Instead, tell stories about the impact you had on others and how your leadership improved the community. Describe a specific project you led in Calgary to stand out.
  • ReferencesMany students provide a generic teacher reference. Provide a letter from a community leader or volunteer coordinator who can vouch for your character and leadership skills outside of the classroom.
  • StrategyFocus your application on the intersection of your financial need and your community service. Show the committee that you are committed to Calgary and that this funding is the bridge you need to access higher education.
  • RealismWith only one award available, this is highly competitive. Treat this as a "reach" scholarship and ensure you apply for several other Calgary Foundation awards to increase your chances of funding.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

This round is closed. Check the award's official page for when the next round opens.

When is the deadline?

This round closed on May 15, 2026. Many awards like this run again each year, so check the award's official page for the next round.

Is this award renewable?

Yes, this award is renewable for up to 4 years.

Can international students apply?

No. You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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