Kim Kotelo Memorial Nursing Award

RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic)

Get $3,000 for your third year of the Bachelor of Nursing program.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$3,000

Deadline

Aug 29, 2027

Level

Undergraduate

Open to

Manitoba

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What you will need

Completed General RRC Polytech Application (login required)
Specific supplemental form from the Nursing Repository
One reference letter attesting to your compassionate attitude with patients
Short written statement explaining why you should be selected for the award

About this award

You can receive a $3,000 award. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. It is presented annually to one student. This is for you if you are a nursing student who advocates for vulnerable populations and brings a caring, compassionate attitude to your patients and colleagues. You must apply by August 29th each year. You will hear back from RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) after the fall deadline, though the exact notification method is not listed—ask them if they notify you via email or the portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a student completing the third year of the Bachelor of Nursing program at RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic). You must have successfully completed a Senior Practicum (a supervised clinical placement) in a surgery setting or respiratory medicine. You also need to demonstrate a strong work ethic, consistent attendance, and active participation in your education.

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.

Open to undergraduate students
Resident of Manitoba
Studying Nursing

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Ask for reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.
Write your essay
Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

ReferencesAvoid providing a general character reference. Instead, ask a supervisor from your surgery or respiratory medicine practicum to write your letter. Ensure they specifically attest to your compassionate attitude with patients.
StrategyAvoid forgetting the specific name of the award on your form. Instead, double-check that "Kim Kotelo Memorial Nursing Award" is written exactly as requested on the General RRC Polytech Application. This ensures your file reaches the right committee.
RealismAvoid waiting until late August to gather your documents. Instead, prepare your written statement and reference letter early. Since the recipient is selected after the fall deadline, having your materials ready allows you to focus on your third-year studies.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on August 29, 2027. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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