Calgary Foundation · Regional
Calgary Catholic School District Kerry Dyte Educational Scholarship
About this award
Get at least $4,000 for your first year of college or university if you are graduating from a Calgary Catholic High School — apply by May 30, 2026.
You can receive one scholarship valued at $4,000 minimum. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you have balanced a part-time job with long-term volunteering and leadership roles while facing financial hurdles. You must apply by May 30, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or a 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 specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your school account. 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
- Undergraduate, Diploma Program — study level
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 May 30, 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 random one-day events.
Winners instead show deep commitment to one or two causes over several years.
List the specific number of hours you gave to each project to prove your long-term impact.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter from a teacher who barely knows you.
Winners provide a reference who can give concrete examples of your leadership in action.
Ask a supervisor from your longest volunteer role to write your letter.