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Donor Name

Donald Binns

Number of

1

Award Value

$5000

Criteria

The Mary-Clare Binns Nursing Bursary will be awarded to a 3rd year BScN student contingent on their admission into their 4th year of studies. Successful candidate will obtain a GPA of 2.0 or higher, provide a paragraph outlining their future career goals and must be returning to the Peace region upon completion of their studies. Must provide a paragraph outlining their future career goals.

Donor Name

Mel & Diana Knight (and friends)

Number of

2

Award Value

$1000

Criteria

First preference to a student in the Office Administration Oil & Gas Certificate Program. If no eligible applicants in this program, any student in the Office Administration program.

Donor Name

Rupertsland Institute, Métis Centre of Excellence

Number of

5

Award Value

$up to $10000

Criteria

Available to a student of Metis Heritage who has maintained a 2.0 GPA in the Fall Semester and has demonstrated financial need. Applicants cannot also be receiving funding from Rupertsland Institute - Metis Training to Employment Services. MUST include a Rupertsland Institute Representative in Selection Process. Applicants must provide a letter of no more than 400 words outlining their experience with the Metis Community. Applicants must also provide one of the following as proof of Metis heritage: Photocopy of Metis Nation of Alberta Card OR Valid membership card at any of the following organizations: Metis Settlements of Alberta, Metis Nation of Ontario, Saskatchewan, or British Columbia, or Manitoba Metis Federation OR Photocopy of parent's, aunt's, uncle's, or sibling's valid membership card in any of the above named Metis Organizations.

Donor Name

Janet M. Matheson

Number of

1

Award Value

$1000

Criteria

Available to a first year BScN student from the Alberta Peace Region. Student must be enrolled in a minimum 60% courseload. Available to the applicant with the highest high school average.

Donor Name

Myrna G. Fox

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Preference to B. Education. Must have completed the Early Learning and Child Care Diploma Program with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.2 prior to entrance into the B. Education program.

Donor Name

Alex Kuryliak

Number of

2

Award Value

$250

Criteria

Recipient must have perfect attendance, be respectful to instructors and fellow students in the classroom and the shop. Recipient will display a willingness to lend a hand to fellow students who may need assistance. Recipient must have satisfactory academic achievement. No Application Necessary. All eligible students are automatically considered and Faculty Committee selects nominee.

Donor Name

NWP Music Department

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Available to a student with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Selection will be based on quality of work, attitude, career goals, and academic performance. Must apply for award with application. Recipient will be a full-time student.

Donor Name

Michael Procter

Number of

2

Award Value

$1000

Criteria

Available to current or recent high school graduates who have been accepted into any certificate or diploma program at the Fairview Campus. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in High School Math and English. Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation by his/her High School Principal, Counselor, or teacher.

Donor Name

Simon Berg

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Must be a third-year student.

Donor Name

Grande Prairie Nursing Association

Number of

1

Award Value

$200

Criteria

Must be a second-year student.

Donor Name

Fairview Campus Foundation Career Education

Number of

2

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Available to students entering either a diploma or certificate program at the Fairview Campus after completion of the Academic Upgrading program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement.

Donor Name

Fairview Campus Students Association

Number of

2

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Available to students at the Fairview campus.

Donor Name

Northwestern Polytechnic on behalf of Northlands

Number of

3

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Awarded on the basis of academic achievement to a graduating student of Harley-Davidson Certificate, Motorcycle Mechanic, Power Engineering 4th Class. Preference will be given to Alberta residents. No Application Necessary. All eligible students are automatically considered.

Donor Name

Nelson Nowatzek

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Available to a third year student in the Welding Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement. Applicants must have attended Fairview Campus for all three years of his/her training. Average calculated using AIT theory mark and NWP theory (use practical in case of a tie). No Application Necessary. All eligible students are automatically considered and Faculty Committee selects nominee.

Donor Name

Equine Program

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Available to full time and apprenticeship students. Must provide letter of reference from instructor, coach or other source demonstrating the applicant's dedication to horsemanship, collegiality, student leadership, and above average academic achievement. Letter of reference from instructor, coach or other source.

Donor Name

Otto Caspar Memorial

Number of

2

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Available to first and second year students in the Heavy Equipment Technician Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in theory, shop, and provincial apprenticeship exams. No Application Necessary. All eligible students are automatically considered and Faculty Committee selects nominee.

Donor Name

NWP Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

All eligible applicants considered.

Donor Name

GP Live Theatre and College Players

Number of

1

Award Value

$300

Criteria

Selection based on involvement in performing arts, attendance, quality of work, and overall attitude. Recipient will be a full-time student with a minimum GPA of 1.7

Donor Name

Grande Prairie Trumpeter Lions Club

Number of

1

Award Value

$500

Criteria

Preference will be given to students who are from the Peace Region and have been involved in Girl Guides or Scouts for a minimum of two years. Applicant must provide a statement of involvement in Girl Guides or Scouts.

Donor Name

NWP Alumni Foundation Board of Directors

Number of

12

Award Value

$500

Criteria

All eligible applicants considered.