Calgary Foundation · Regional
Calgary Black Chambers Legacy Entrance Scholarship
About this award
$2,500 for two Black Canadian students graduating from select Calgary-area high schools who are starting a full-time undergraduate program — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can win one of two awards valued at $2,500 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 Black Canadian student from the Calgary region who has balanced strong grades with community leadership. You must apply by June 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. 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 your school's financial aid office how this appears on your account so you can plan your budget. 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 — 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 Jun 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is listing a dozen clubs without explaining your impact.
Winners instead focus on one or two roles where they actually led a project or helped others.
Describe a specific time you took charge to improve something in your neighborhood or school.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter from a teacher who barely knows you.
Winners instead choose a mentor who can give concrete examples of your character and leadership.
Give your referee a bulleted list of your achievements so they can write a detailed letter.