Air Cadet League of Manitoba Scholarships
- Mark Delmage Post Secondary Scholarship
Other Manitoba and Regional Scholarships
National Scholarships
Other Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS
INTRODUCTION
How should I plan for a scholarship?
-investigate the financial support available at the College or University that you are considering attending
-High school students should consult with their School Counsellor to determine what support may be available to them.
-Students who have graduated from high school or are currently enrolled in post-secondary studies should:
-contact the institution's Financial Aid and Awards office, or
-obtain a handbook (of available scholarships/bursaries) from the institution.
-Other scholarships are generally publicized through the sponsoring groups or organizations. For example, music awards are offered at festivals and competitions, and professional awards are offered through industry associations.
The Air Cadet League of Canada (Manitoba) Inc. is pleased to offer several Scholarships and Bursaries each year for students that are active members or have aged out of a Manitoba Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets during the Training Year of application. These applicants may be nominated for the award by their Squadron Sponsoring Committee. All applicants will be considered for all the Manitoba Air Cadet awards for which they are eligible.
Awards that are available from the Air Cadet League of Canada (Manitoba) Inc. are arranged in three groups:
Group One
The Murphy Family Foundation awards are available to students that are members of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets and members of a Manitoba Air Cadet Squadron during the year of application. Applicants must be graduates of a Secondary School (or equivalent) system of any Province or Territory and who are entering directly into a full program of studies or are undertaking a full program at a fully-accredited post-secondary education facility (university, college or technical institute) where the program to be undertaken leads to a degree, diploma, or professional or technical qualification;Group Two
The Lieutenant-General MacKenzie Bursary, the Manitoba Air Cadet Post-Secondary Education Scholarships, the Lohn Foundation and the Professor Greg Lindahl Bursary are available to students that are members of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets and members of a Manitoba Air Cadet Squadron whose Squadron Sponsoring Committee is in good standing during the year of application. Applicants must be graduates of a Secondary School (or equivalent) system of any Province or Territory and who are entering directly into a full program of studies or are undertaking a full program at a fully-accredited post- secondary education facility (university, college or technical institute) where the program to be undertaken leads to a degree, diploma, or professional or technical qualification; andGroup Three
Manitoba Squadron Leadership and Community Service Bursaries are available to students that are members of the Royal Canadian Air Cadets and members of a Manitoba Air Cadet Squadron whose Squadron Sponsoring Committee is in good standing during the year of application.
MAKING AN APPLICATION
Use the
2023 Post Secondary Scholarship Awards Application Form,
and must be received by the
Provincial Office of the Air Cadet League Of Canada (Manitoba) Inc., Suite 153, P.O. Box
17,000 STATION FORCES, Winnipeg, MB, R3J 3Y5, no later than
Aug 20, 2023.
Information to be provided:
- A letter from the applicant providing an outline of career goals and objectives;
- A letter of recommendation from the applicant's Squadron Commanding Officer;
- A letter of support from the Chairperson of the applicant's Squadron Sponsoring Committee;
- A letter of support from a community leader, such as, a minister, sports coach, previous employer or family friend;
- A letter of recommendation from the applicant's School Principal, Department Head, or Counselor; and
- A copy of the most recently available Transcript of Marks from either the Secondary School, the post-secondary institution or from the Ministry of Education.*
*(Not required for Leadership and Community Bursaries)
Criteria to be considered:
- Cadets in or completed Level Four.
- Attendance at squadron parades/activities.
- Leadership at squadron parades/activities.
- Volunteer community service.
- Assistance to other leaders.
- Grade point average for ten - grade 11, 12 or post-secondary academic courses.*
*(Not required for Leadership and Community Bursaries)
A selection board, comprised of members of the Manitoba Honours and Awards Committee, has been appointed to consider all eligible candidates. The Chairperson of the Honours and Awards Committee will declare the name of the recipient of the award, and a cheque will be presented to the recipient when all requirements have been satisfied. Following selection, the recipient may be requested to provide a photograph or digital image (in uniform) for purposes of publicity.
An award will not be finally approved until confirmation of proof of acceptance and registration at the selected post-secondary education facility has been received. In this regard, it should be noted that such proof is not required at the time of application, but that it will be required from the selected recipients as soon as possible after that determination has been made.
Note: The Honours and Awards Committee reserves the right to withhold the award if the academic standing of candidates is not sufficiently high when applicable.
The Lieutenant-General G. Allan MacKenzie Bursary award has been graciously funded by the Lieutenant- General G. Allan MacKenzie Estate.
Lieutenant-General MacKenzie held the position of Honorary-Chairman of the Manitoba Provincial Committee of the Air Cadet League of Canada from 2010 until his death in September of 2012.
The bursary is awarded on the basis of Secondary School or present institution scholastic achievement, combined with outstanding performance as an Air Cadet. The amount of the award will be determined annually. More information on this award is available in the By-laws Policy and Procedures Manual Part 3..
One post-secondary education scholarship, graciously funded by the Murphy Family Foundation, is available.
The scholarship is awarded on the basis of Secondary School or present institution scholastic achievement, combined with outstanding performance as an Air Cadet.
More information on the award is available in the By-laws Policy and Procedures Manual Part 3..
The scholarship is awarded on the basis of Secondary School or present institution scholastic achievement, combined with outstanding performance as an Air Cadet. The amount of the award will be determined annually. Each applicant will be considered for all awards, but a recipient may receive only one award.
More information on these awards is available in the By-laws Policy and Procedures Manual Part 3.
Two $1000 awards
(App deadline Aug 20, 2023)
There are five awards named in honour of five former air cadets whose lifetime achievements are of the highest order. The amount of the award will be determined annually. Each applicant will be considered for all awards, but a recipient may receive only one award.
The bursaries are:
- The James E. Downey Squadron Leadership and Community Service Bursary,
graciously funded by Jim and Linda Downey; - The Al Simmons Squadron Leadership and Community Service Bursary;
More information on these awards is available in the By-laws Policy and Procedures Manual Part 3..
$1000 award (App deadline Aug 20, 2023)
The Lohn Foundation awards a $1000 bursary to a Manitoba First Nations Cadet who has demonstrated a strong commitment to the Air Cadet programme and who demonstrates leadership, knowledge, and the ability to work with and for his/her subordinates.
$1000 award (App deadline Aug 20, 2023)
The Mark Delmage Post Secondary Scholarship is is sponsored by the Demage Family. The amount for 2023 is $1000.
Four $1250 award (App deadline Aug 20, 2023)
The Ross Robinson Continuing Flying Scholarships Are awarded from the Robinson Family Foundation and are given to cadets pursuing a Pilot's Licence. The amounts for 2023 are $1250 for each of four awards.
Music Bursary
$500 award (App deadline Aug 20, 2023)
The bursary will be awarded to a qualified Manitoba Air Cadet to study music in a bachelor level program at Brandon University or the University of Manitoba. The amount of the award will be determined annually. The award in 2022 was $500.00.
Greg Lindahl graduated from 6 Jim Whitecross RCACS with his Glider Pilot Wings. He served as an Instructor at several squadrons and summer training locations as well as universities and colleges throughout North America. He also was a Director of the Air Cadet League of Canada (Manitoba) Inc. until his death on March 28, 2014.
More information on this award is available in the By-laws Policy and Procedures Manual Part 3.
OTHER MANITOBA AND REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Two scholarship awards are available to Manitoba Air Cadets with a passion to pursue a career in an aviation related field. These scholarships can be used toward post secondary education in an aviation related discipline, the pursuit of a private pilot license, or continuing flying in the pursuit of a commercial license.
For more information download the Manitoba Aviation Council Scholarship application.
(App deadline July 1, 2023)
The Winnipeg Gliding Club is excited to announce the first year of the newly formed Manitoba Soaring Scholarship, open to any graduated Manitoba Air Cadet holding a Glider Pilot License or having achieved glider solo status, age 18-25. The value of this Scholarship is set at $1000.00 per year and will allow the successful applicant up to 10 advanced instructional flights in our modern 2-seat sailplane.
For more information.
(App deadline July 31, 2023)
The The Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario Command of the Royal Canadian Legion is pleased to offer Scholarships to students with the highest average marks. Applicants must provide proof or registration in a school of higher education to pursue studies leading to a degree. Bursaries are also offered for award to students who can demonstrate need of assistance. Awards will be made to Manitoba students who are continuing on to higher education.
(App deadline May 31, 2023)
The Hubbell Awards Incorporated is a small charity whose mission is to provide scholarships to cadets currently enrolled in a Manitoba unit who will continue their education at a civilian technical institute, college or university.
The program currently provides eleven $1,100.00 scholarships distributed among air cadets, sea cadets and army cadets. The distribution of the scholarships is based upon the number of youth enrolled in each element and the number who age out and qualify for post secondary education. As the Trust Fund continues to grow, so will the number and value of the scholarships.
More information on these awards is available on the Award's web site.
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
(App deadline April 1, 2023)
Many National Scholarships and Awards are available to Air cadets who apply.
More information is available at the National Air Cadet League Web Site.
(App deadline March 31, 2023)
For over 25 years, the COPA Neil J, Armstrong Scholarship has helped open doors for the next generation of aviators. The scholarship, created in honour of Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame inductee Neil J. Armstrong, financially supports flight training to aspiring aviators
More information is available at the COPA Web Site.
INTERNATIONAL AND OTHER SOURCES
- University of Manitoba
- University of Winnipeg
- University of Brandon
- College Universitaire de Saint-Boniface
- Assiniboine Community College
- Red River College
- Royal Military College of Canada
EAA invites those who are interested in pursuing flight or a career in aviation or aviation related/STEM fields.
We encourage individuals who are well-rounded, involved in their school or community, and interested in the world of aviation to apply for an EAA Scholarship. Please fill out an application for an EAA scholarship.
International Scholarship Page
Canadian Scholarship Page
(EAA Canada Award - $3000 & Jean Dueck Award - $3000)
