Calgary Foundation · Regional
Friends of the Stockmen's Memorial Foundation Award
About this award
Get approximately $1,500 for your tuition if you are a Canadian student in an agriculture program — apply by June 1, 2026.
Two awards valued at approximately $1,500 are available. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you have deep roots in the livestock industry and want to preserve western agricultural traditions in Canada. You must apply by June 1, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you will hear back — whether 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 tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation if this happens as a direct payment to your school or as a reimbursement. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it is a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Graduate — study level
- Studying agriculture, agriculture-related — 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.
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.
Draft and revise your essays~10 hours
Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.
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 writing a generic history of farming.
Winners instead focus on their specific family connections to the livestock industry in Western Canada and their personal goals to keep those traditions alive.
Be very specific about your family's role in the industry.
Many students provide a generic teacher's letter.
Winners provide a reference who can specifically vouch for their community involvement and their actual experience working in agriculture.
Since this award honors the legacy of the Church family and western traditions, use your essay to bridge the gap between the past and your future career.