RED RIVER EXHIBITION FOUNDATION - Aerospace Scholarship

Three $1,000 Aerospace Industry Scholarships are available to be awarded, annually. The Red River Exhibition Foundation Inc. is accepting applications for two scholarships that are awarded annually to assist individuals who are pursuing a career in the aerospace industry.

The scholarships are awarded by the Red River Exhibition Association in memory of Bob Lang, a long time employee of the Association who began his career at Standard Aero in Winnipeg. The scholarships are administered by the Red River Exhibition Foundation Inc. and may be used for assistance with tuition fees, tools or learning aids in conjunction with their post secondary education or apprenticeship training in the aerospace industry.

IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THESE SCHOLARSHIPS YOU MUST BE

• A Manitoba resident
• Actively participating in an aviation or aerospace program
• Continuing your education in aviation or aerospace fields

Application Deadline: 4:30 PM the second Friday in May

To Apply Visit: Aerospace Scholarship

2022 Mayor’s Scholarship for Community Leadership

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 

 Mayor Brian Bowman invites you to apply for the Mayor’s Scholarship for Community Leadership. This scholarship awards up to five (5) $1,000 scholarships to recognize students who have demonstrated consistent and outstanding dedication to solving a community problem or making their community a better place to live. The Mayor’s Scholarship rewards the achievements of Winnipeg’s young leaders and supports them to reach their educational and career goals. Community leadership can be demonstrated through activities that promote racial and social inclusion, drive reconciliation, encourage environmental stewardship, support and empower Winnipeg’s less fortunate, along with many other activities and initiatives that make Winnipeg a place we are all proud to call home.
The scholarships will be presented by Mayor Brian Bowman at City Hall. 

WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
o High school graduates with a minimum overall grade average of 70%                             
o Those entering their first year in post-secondary education on a full-time basis at a recognized college or university in the City of Winnipeg
o Those who have made a significant contribution to Winnipeg and demonstrated outstanding community leadership 

SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION:
Applications must be submitted using the application form enclosed and include three letters of reference to ensure it is considered by the selection panel. Please be sure to include accurate contact information for yourself and references as this information will be used for official correspondence.
Applications close on May 20, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. and may be submitted online at MayorBowman.ca or by mail. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

To apply visit:  Mayor's Scholarship Application for Community Leadership

The Winnipeg Humane Society’s 2022 Animal Welfare Scholarship

Founded in 1894, the Winnipeg Humane Society is one of Canada’s oldest and well-known animal welfare organizations. Each year we rescue, care for, medically treat and adopt over 10,000 animals in need. We are also one of the only Canadian SPCAs that educates Canadians on key animal welfare issues while also lobbying for the legislative change. A key part of our work involves inspiring youth and young adults to become active in making this world a kinder place for animals. As such, we are excited to launch a new scholarship opportunity, consisting of two honorariums in total, for June 2022.

One individual from each category (Indigenous applicants and non-Indigenous applicants) will receive $1,500 respectively, for the purpose of furthering their education or associated projects related to animal welfare.

Eligibility Criteria:

· All individuals aged between 15-18 years, and who demonstrate an outstanding effort in improving the welfare of non-companion animals, are encouraged to apply. This can include, but is not limited to: pursuing a secondary education relating to animal welfare, developing a community project that improves animal welfare and/or the environment, advocacy efforts towards key issue(s) affecting animals and/or the environment, and more.

· Applicants must be a resident of Manitoba, Canada.

· Applicants must not be a previous winner of this scholarship.

· Two references (non-family or friend) must be provided in the submission.

· A written submission (between 300-600 words) that outlines the applicant’s efforts in improving non-companion animal welfare, and how the funds will benefit the applicant if chosen. Please state in your submission which category you are applying under (Indigenous or non-Indigenous category).

· Agree to a subsequent follow-up to demonstrate how funds were utilized.

Applicants can email their submissions to: animalwelfare@winnipeghumanesociety.ca

All applications due: May 15th, 2022. Successful applicants will be contacted by mid-June, 2022.

Canadian Mennonite University - Spring Break Events

With restrictions loosening, CMU is excited to invite students to campus!

We've planned multiple in-person events over the week of Spring Break that showcase our students' university experience. See the chart below to learn which events will interest you the most.

March 29 Campus Visit Day	March 30 Campus Visit Day	March 31 Music Open House	April 1 Science Open House
9:30 AM—12:00 PM 1:00 PM—3:00 PM Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Ave.) Tour, class visit, student and faculty conversations	9:30 AM—12:00 PM 1:00 PM—3:30 PM Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Ave.) Tour, class visit, student and faculty conversations	1:00 PM—3:30 PM Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Ave.) Tour, class and ensemble visits, student and faculty conversations—specific to potential music students	1:30 PM—3:30 PM Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Ave) Tour, class and lab visits, student and faculty conversations—specific to potential science students

If you prefer online events, our virtual open house is being held on March 30 at 6:00 PM CST. Attendees will take a virtual tour of campus, meet staff and students, and learn about our programs. Your interested students can sign up HERE

FUTURES FORWARD - Tuition Waiver Applications Are Now Available

TUITION WAIVER APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 31ST!

There is one month left to apply for the 2022-2023 Tuition Waivers! If you are a former youth in care, APPLY NOW!!

This is an incredible bursary opportunity for youth currently or formerly in Manitoba Child and Family Services (CFS) care for any length of time.

This bursary covers:

• The full cost of tuition at one of our 10 eligible post-secondary schools in Manitoba
• $500/biweekly for living expenses while they are in school
• The cost of textbooks, laptop, childcare, transportation, and more!
• NOTE: There is no age cap to apply!

Applying for the Tuition Waiver program is easy! Application forms can be found at Tuition Waiver Forms . You need to apply to the school(s) of your choice before submitting a Tuition Waiver application(s).

We are here to support you in any way we can to complete their application form(s) or access any other Futures Forward services, including employment supports, mental health, resources, finances, and planning for school.

Please contact us at tuitionwaiver@yesmb.ca for more information or to book an appointment for support.

INDIGENOUS EDUCATION AWARDS

The Business Council of Manitoba represents the best of business leadership, working to make Manitoba an exciting place to live, work and invest. The Business Council recognizes the potential in our Indigenous community and offers financial support to Indigenous citizens who attend post-secondary institutions in our province through this award program.

The Business Council offers awards to assist with the cost of tuition, books and supplies during the academic year. Each award is $3000 for university and $2000 for college students. All applicants are eligible to reapply each year of their studies but may only receive the award three times

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 31st, 2022

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT:  Indigenous Education Awards

UofM GLASSEN ESSAY COMPETITION

Essay Contest for Manitoba Grade 11 & 12 Students

Each year, the UM Genre for Professional & Applied Ethics, the Faculty of Arts Department of Philosophy and The Glassen Endowment Fund sponsor the Glassen High School Ethics Essay Competition. 

Manitoba students in grades 11 and 12 are invited to participate. The winner of the best philosophical essay under 1,000 words receives a $1,000 award. 

The 2022 Glassen Ethics Essay Competition topic is: Are cryptocurrencies good for society? 

DEADLINE to submit is April 15, 2022.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT:  ESSAY GUIDELINES

UofM Career Choices Virtual Workshop

Career planning for prospective students considering the University of Manitoba.

Virtual career planning workshops are available for high school students who have applied or are planning to apply to UM, but who are unsure of what faculty or program might be a good fit for them. 

This workshop is a great opportunity to explore who you are: your interests, values, and favourite subjects and how they relate to the world of work. The goal of this session is to create a list of occupational ideas just for you. You will leave the session with next steps to learn more about yourself, occupations, and to make choices about your academic program.

Interested students may register today, workshops will be held from March 29 - 31.

TO REGISTER GO TO:  Career Planning

UNITED WAY - YOUTH UNITED SCHOLARSHIP & GRANT: Deadline Quickly Approaching

The Youth Leaders in Action Scholarship celebrates the contributions of young community leaders in Winnipeg and encourages them to keep up the great work. There are four scholarships available for $500 per student. 

Scholarship recipients will be: 

• students under 24 years of age who are connected with a United Way Winnipeg - funded organizations
• have demonstrated leadership 
• need for financial support. 

The deadline for the scholarship is March 4th.  

Youth United continues to encourage youth to learn about our community and create positive social change in Winnipeg. The Youth United Grant supports student led projects focused around the Sustainable Development Goals that contribute to positive change in our community. Eligible groups can apply for up to $1000 in funding for their project. 

The deadline for this grant is March 18th. 

For more information visit:  Youth Scholarship & Grant