Phyllis Weston English Scholarship

Calgary Foundation

Get approximately $1,500 for your final year in an English Education program if you are an Alberta resident.

Published by · last checked August 31, 2026

Total value
$1,500
Deadline
Jun 1, 2026
Level
Undergraduate
Open to
Alberta

Applications are closed for this cycle

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What you will need

  • Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
  • Proof of Alberta residency
  • You attended your final year of high school in Calgary
  • Proof of full-time registration at the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, or University of Lethbridge
  • Entering your final year of an Education Degree Program specializing in English
  • Statement confirming your plan to become a high school English teacher

About this award

You can receive one award of approximately $1,500. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a future high school English teacher who grew up schooling in Calgary and is now finishing your degree. Applications closed on June 1, 2026. Ask Calgary Foundation whether a new window has opened before you plan around this award. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, a 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 Calgary Foundation if there are any specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your student account. Renewal conditions aren't listed — since this is for students entering their final year, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it is a one-time payment or if there are other requirements to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and a resident of Alberta. You must have attended your final year of high school in Calgary. Additionally, you need to be a full-time student registered at the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, or University of Lethbridge. You must be entering your final year of studies in an Education Degree Program with a specialization in English and be planning to become a high school English teacher. Finally, you must be in good academic standing and demonstrate good or high academic achievement.

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.

  • Canadian citizen or permanent resident
  • Open to undergraduate students
  • Resident of Alberta
  • Studying Education Degree Program with a specialization in English

How to apply

  1. Read the award's official page

    Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

  2. Ask for reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

  3. Write your essay

    Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.

  4. This round closed on June 1, 2026

    Check the award's official page for the next round before you prepare anything.

Tips for applying

  • ReferenceAvoid providing a generic letter that only confirms you are a student. Instead, secure a reference who can speak specifically to your passion for English literature and your skill in the classroom. Ask your professor to highlight a specific project or teaching moment where you excelled.
  • SupportDon't forget to connect their past to their future. Since this award honors a teacher who spent 40 years in Calgary Public Schools, show how your experience in Calgary schools shaped your desire to teach there. Mention specific local influences in your application.
  • StrategyDon't just list your grades. Because the funder asks for "good/high academic achievement," use your personal statement to explain how your academic success translates into better teaching for your future students.
  • RealismWith only one award available, this is highly competitive. Treat this as a bonus rather than your primary funding source, and make sure your application emphasizes your specific goal of becoming a high school English teacher.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

This round is closed. Check the award's official page for when the next round opens.

When is the deadline?

This round closed on June 1, 2026. Many awards like this run again each year, so check the award's official page for the next round.

Can international students apply?

No. You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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