Calgary Foundation · Regional
Calgary Black Chambers TransAlta STEM Scholarship
About this award
Get $7,000 for your tuition if you are a Black Canadian student entering your second year or beyond of a full-time STEM program in Calgary — apply by June 1, 2026.
You can receive one award valued at $7,000. 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 pursuing a career in STEM (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) while living and studying in Calgary. 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 tuition. Confirm with your school's financial aid office how this credit 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 few random clubs without explaining your impact.
Winners instead highlight specific leadership roles and how they helped others in the STEM community.
List exactly what you did and who benefited.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter from a teacher who barely knows you.
Winners instead secure a reference letter from a mentor or professor who can vouch for both your academic skill and your character.
Give your referee a bulleted list of your achievements to help them write a strong letter.