Scott Ferguson Memorial Scholarship

Job summary

This is a scholarship opportunity, not an employment role, so no job responsibilities are specified. The award supports an Indigenous student pursuing full-time post-secondary education.

Job details

Facebook Twitter Like Posted Date: August 12, 2026 Closing date: September 30, 2026 Position type: Student Bursary Status: Closed Description Bird Construction is pleased to share the attached Scott Ferguson Memorial Scholarship opportunity for Indigenous students pursuing post-secondary education. Established in memory of Scott Ferguson, a respected advocate for building meaningful relationships between Indigenous communities and industry this scholarship provides a $3,000 award to support an Indigenous student in their educational journey. This award is based on reconciliation, leadership qualities, community involvement and financial need. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary institution for the upcoming academic year. Students completing Grade 12 by June 30th of the application year must provide proof of acceptance and enrollment prior to receiving the scholarship. The following criteria will be considered with respect to the Scott Ferguson Memorial Scholarship: Applicants must be Alberta residents of Indigenous (First Nation, Inuit, or Metis) descent; Applicants must provide a written (essay format) account of why they should be selected; outlining their commitment and contribution to reconciliation, community leadership, extra-curricular activities and financial need. Applicants must provide (2) character references in form of letters of recommendation; Applicants must be accepted/enrolled into a recognized post-secondary institution as a full-time student Applicants must be in good academic standing and provide a copy of their most recent transcript Important Dates Application Deadline: September 30th, 2026 Recipient Announcement: October 16th, 2026

What you’ll do

This is a scholarship opportunity, not an employment role, so no job responsibilities are specified. The award supports an Indigenous student pursuing full-time post-secondary education.

Requirements

Applicants must be Alberta residents of Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis) descent, enrolled or accepted as full-time students at a recognized post-secondary institution, and in good academic standing. They must submit an essay describing their reconciliation commitment, community leadership, extracurricular activities, and financial need, along with two character-reference letters and a recent transcript.

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Leadership
• Community Involvement
• Reconciliation
• Written Communication
• Financial Need Assessment
• Academic Achievement

Job areas

• Education

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