Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships

Awards are available to persons of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens and Manitoba residents who are presently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Manitoba public post-secondary institution in any program. You must maintain full-time status (60% or more course load) and be in need of financial assistance. Awards for college students are valued at a minimum of $2000.00 and students are eligible to reapply each year of their studies. Recipients may be considered for summer and part-time employment with one of the Business Council’s member companies. Applications are available from the Business Council's website at (www.businesscouncil.mb.ca).  Please submit applications as soon as possible even if you are not yet registered for classes.  Award application deadline is May31^st.

Please contact us with any questions:  bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca  or (204) 942-3637.

One award of $2000 has been established by Paul Charette, the former CEO of Bird Construction and graduate of the college’s Civil Technology program. Paul also played a pivotal role in helping to establish the Construction Management Degree program at RRC Polytech. This award is available to students who are entering or are in the first year of the Construction Management Degree Program.  To be eligible applicants must be full time students and will have achieved a minimum 70% average using three Grade 12 (40S) courses: English; Mathematics; and one additional 40S course (highest grade). To be considered for this award, applicants should submit an application, high school transcript, maximum one-page statement indicating why they have chosen this program and how they will benefit from this award. Although not a requirement, a letter of reference from a teacher, guidance counselor, employer or other individual with whom the applicant is well acquainted is recommended and will be considered an asset. Recipient selection will be based on financial need, statement content and, if included the letter of reference. Deadline for applications is September 15th.   Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.   

Awards valued at $4000 each are available to first-year Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Education Workplace students (both domestic and international students) at Red River College Polytechnic (all campuses).  Selection criteria will include course load, financial need, and essay content.  Award funds will be paid first to any program fees for the current academic year; if all fees have been paid, any remaining award funds will be released to the recipient.  Award funds will be paid in two disbursements.  $2000 will be released in the fall term and, for recipients who have achieved a minimum 2.00 GPA in the fall term, $2000 will be applied to winter term fees.  (Any students who have not achieved a 2.00 GPA will not receive the winter term portion.)  Those interested in being considered should submit a completed application form, accompanied by a short essay (maximum 250 words) describing career plans after graduation.  Students receiving other funding for tuition (full or partial) should include this information on their application form.  Deadline for applications is October 31st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Removing barriers to post-secondary education from enrollment to graduation, the Gary Coleman Award will support two domestic students who:
• Graduated in the previous 24 months from one of the Inner City High Schools (Argyle Alternative High School, Children of the Earth High School, Daniel McIntyre Collegiate, Gordon Bell High School, R. B. Russell Vocational High School, Sisler High School, St. John’s High School, Technical Vocational High School); and
• Have been accepted into one of the following Red River College Polytechnic programs:  Applied Accounting (Certificate), Business Administration (Diploma), Applied Development and Delivery (Diploma), Commerce Industry Sales and Marketing (Certificate), Data Science and Machine Learning (Diploma), IT Operations (Diploma) or Information Security (Post Graduate Diploma).

This award will cover tuition, program fees and books and supplies required for successful completion of the program (no cash will be provided to the student). Students receiving other tuition funding need to specify this on their application so that the amount of the award may be adjusted accordingly. Students fully funded by private or public sources will not be eligible for the award. Selection will be based on financial need and the content of the reference letter and essay. Preference may be given to applicants who have demonstrated community /school involvement.  To be eligible applicants are required to submit:

• Proof of acceptance/conditional acceptance as full-time student to one of the eligible programs
• General RRC Polytech Awards application form with financial need section completed
• Documentation to support financial application: Income Tax Notice of Assessment form from the previous tax year from a parent/guardian; or from the applicant (if applicant no longer lives with his/her parents). If, due to your family situation, tax forms cannot be obtained, please provide an explanation of the situation in your essay or contact the Student Awards and Financial Aid office at 204-632-3979 or financialaid@rrc.ca.
• Reference letter from a school counselor, community leader, teacher or school principal, specifically addressing this statement: The qualified candidate is smart, ambitious and has a career dream. Financial challenges are the main barrier to fulfilment of this dream. Please describe how, in your experience, this applicant fits these criteria.
• An essay, based on the following statement: I have ambition, and a dream to become a successful professional. With financial assistance, I will be able to achieve great things in my program at Red River College Polytechnic, and in my career. In a statement, please describe your motivation and ambition, and why your talent makes you an ideal candidate for this award.
• Reference letter confirming community/school involvement, if applicable.
• A Release of Information in order to communicate the award recipient's name to the donor.

The Award shall be renewable by award recipient, for use in subsequent years/semesters of study at RRC Polytech, provided the award recipient continues to be enrolled full-time in the original program of study at the College and achieves a minimum 3.0 GPA.  For students commencing their studies in the fall term, the application deadline is the first Friday of July.  The secondary deadline is September 10th (preference will be given to the July applicants).  For students commencing their studies in the winter term, the application deadline is November 30th. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to connect with the Student Awards and Financial Aid office at 204-632-3979.  Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .

The Price Family established 3 entrance awards of minimum $1,500 for students entering the Manufacturing CAD program as full time students. Recipient selection will be made faculty, with consideration given to interim academic achievement (mid-term), leadership qualities, class participation, and attendance.

An award valued at a minimum of $400 is available annually to a student who is currently enrolled in a full time certificate or diploma program at RRC Polytech, and is a dependent (defined as: an employee's or their spouse’s unmarried and financially dependent natural, adopted or step child or any other unmarried financially dependent child for whom you or your spouse has been appointed guardian and who is less than 25 years of age; or your spouse or common-law partner who is not engaged in full time employment and dependent on you for financial support) of an RRC Polytech employee (member of the MGEU bargaining unit).  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a one-page letter describing why they chose RRC Polytech, and specifically their program, for their post-secondary education, as well as their short- and long-term career goals.  Also required is a statement from the RRC Polytech employee, including their full name, work address and phone number as well as the number of years they have been employed at RRC Polytech.  Application deadline date is September 30th.

A $1000 scholarship shall be awarded annually to a student who is a resident of Canada, coming from a small rural community, who has enrolled full-time in the first year of any Red River College Polytechnic program.  Selection will be based upon high academic standing as indicated by the high school transcript which must be included.  Applicants must also provide a short statement discussing why they chose RRC Polytech and how they plan to be successful in transitioning into college life.  If a tie for GPA occurs, the contents of the statement will be considered to select the successful recipient.  The application deadline is August 15th.   Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Removing the financial barriers to education, RRC Polytech has a minimum of nine one-year tuition bursaries (maximum $6500 each) available (three of which will be for Trades programs) to Youth in Care. Youth must meet College entrance requirements, be enrolled as full-time students and be in financial need.  Information and an application form is available from the Futures Forward website:  Paying for Post-Secondary School | Futures Forward .

One award, valued at $1000, is available annually for a student with a disability, registered with Student Accessibility Services or Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services, who would benefit from assistive technology.  Students must be eligible to continue in their program and demonstrate efforts in academic progress.  They must also be ineligible for government assistive technology grants (e.g., Canada Student Grant), and not be sponsored by a government or community agency.  To apply, students should write a brief letter, jointly with their Student Accessibility Services Accessibility Specialist or Deaf and Hard of Hearing Manager (when applicable), requesting the specific equipment/technology the student would like to obtain, and stating how that equipment will be beneficial.  The letter should be submitted to the Student Accessibility Services Assistive Technologist.  Deadline for applications is December 5th. 

Award funds to cover up to 50% of a student’s annual tuition cost to a maximum of $4000 are available annually.  At the discretion of RRC Polytech officials, the $4000 in award funds may be distributed amongst up to 3 students.  Additionally, the award(s) may be split into two payments based on the program and tuition payment requirements. This award has been established by a community advocate who lives in the South East Manitoba region. The donor is a strong believer in giving to the next generation by assisting a South East regional student in furthering their education and thus investing in the future and economy. This award is meant to support a prospective student who might otherwise not attend post-secondary education and faces financial barriers as a limitation to entering post-secondary. Preference will be given to a student who is a Southeastern Manitoba resident (Piney, Reynolds, Stuartburn, LaBroquerie, Ste Anne, Taché, Hanover municipalities, including the urban municipalities of Ste Anne and Steinbach) and who is accepted to a program at Red River College Polytechnic Steinbach Campus. To maintain funding, the student must maintain satisfactory grades of C+ or greater. The student is not required to reapply for the continuation of the award with a satisfactory GPA. Funds will not be advanced for subsequent terms for withdrawals or failing to meet minimum grades. The successful applicant(s) will have to demonstrate a financial need, reside in the South East region, and complete the general application. In addition, proof of residency and a short statement outlining why you should be chosen as the award recipient should accompany the application.  The application deadline is September 30th.   Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

An award, valued at $2500 is available to a full-time first-year Red River College Polytechnic student enrolled in a program of two or more years in duration. The recipient will have their award renewed for the additional years required for their same program, if the criteria continue to be met each year.  This award will support a student who lives in Manitoba and has confidence in pursuing post-secondary education with the intention of contributing to Manitoba’s economy after graduation.   A qualified candidate will:

•            Be a Canadian citizen, and Manitoba high school graduate

•            Have achieved a minimum 2.5 GPA or 65% or C+ average

•            Have demonstrated financial need

•            Maintain full-time studies

To be considered, an application should be submitted, accompanied by a birth certificate or citizenship card and a Manitoba high school transcript. This award will be available for the 2023/24 academic year.  Application deadline is January 15, 2024.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Awards are available to persons of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens and Manitoba residents who are presently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Manitoba public post-secondary institution in any program. You must maintain full-time status (60% or more course load) and be in need of financial assistance. Awards for college students are valued at a minimum of $2000.00 and students are eligible to reapply each year of their studies. Recipients may be considered for summer and part-time employment with one of the Business Council’s member companies. Applications are available from the Business Council's website at (www.businesscouncil.mb.ca).  Please submit applications as soon as possible even if you are not yet registered for classes.  Award application deadline is May31^st.

Please contact us with any questions:  bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca  or (204) 942-3637.

The Coca-Cola vision encompasses a commitment to curate beloved brands and beverages that delight consumers, while simultaneously rejuvenating their physical and mental well-being. This vision is executed with a steadfast dedication to fostering a sustainable business model, thereby contributing to a more equitable and promising future for individuals, communities, and the planet at large. In alignment with this ethos, a bursary has been established to provide financial support to students enrolled in full-time programs at RRC Polytechnic. Through the creation of a $1000 bursary, assistance is extended to individuals facing financial constraints, preference given to Indigenous students, new Canadians, and students who are dependents of RRC Polytechnic employees. The recipient of this of this bursary will be selected from a pool of applicants for other existing bursaries, available to students in all full-time programs; no applications are accepted specifically for this bursary.

If you are currently a full-time post-secondary student with either permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship, you are eligible to receive the $2000 Explore Spring/Summer French language bursary. 
Explore another province in Canada while learning French in a stimulating immersion environment and enjoy five weeks of classes, fun, and discovery. Many institutions across Canada offer Explore and French language courses are adapted to your knowledge of French (beginner, intermediate, or advanced). For more information on Explore or other Official-Languages Programs call toll-free at 1 (877) 866-4242. Apply at www.myexplore.ca by February 28.    

This bursary program has been established to support international students who have been impacted by humanitarian crises and emergencies, including war and civil war, environment and climate or economic hardship.  Bursaries will be valued at a maximum of $2500 each.  Students currently at “registered” status and in good academic standing, in a minimum 8-month program, are eligible to submit an application for consideration.  A completed application (including financial information) should be accompanied by a copy of the student’s current study permit from a country impacted as indicated.  Also required is a personal statement outlining their specific financial circumstances and explaining why they need financial assistance (financial documents may be requested during the review process).  The statement should also demonstrate that the shortfall is beyond their budget expectations and control.  Expenses that should have been allocated before moving to Canada will not be considered. The deadline for applications is February 1, June 1 and October 1 of every year. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Valued at $1,000, the Mínwastánikéwin Truth and Reconciliation Award aims to combat the long-lasting intergenerational impacts that Indigenous people face on their journey towards success in post-secondary education. Mínwastánikéwin is a Cree word that means ‘to set it right.’  This award was made possible through the generous support of RRC Polytech students, staff and faculty supporting campaigns at the RRC Polytech Campus Store that bring awareness to Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous issues such as Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Honouring and Awareness Day. We know that over the last 150 years, 150,000 Indigenous children attended Canadian Residential Schools. We know that 90% of children in Manitoba’s foster care system are Indigenous and more than one-third of Winnipeg’s Indigenous population, nearly 70,000 people, live in poverty. And we also know that despite making up almost 17% of the provincial population, Indigenous peoples are typically underrepresented in post-secondary institutions.

This award is available to RRC Polytech Indigenous full-time students who have a stake in Truth and Reconciliation and a personal connection to the international effects of colonialism. Recipients will be selected based on an essay response on what Truth and Reconciliation means to you.  To be eligible, applicants are required to submit a General RRC Polytech Application, proof of Indigenous heritage, and a one-page essay submission. Deadline for applications is January 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

This is an $1000 award given annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional effort and/or the ability to lead, organize and engage students or members of the community in embodying the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, multiculturalism and social justice.

The successful recipient will be a community activist, advocate or leader who has worked for systemic changes at various levels and with various social identities in mind. Their advocacy may involve (but is not limited to): human rights, LGBTT* issues, anti-racism, anti-poverty, public health, non-violence, community-building and student engagement, or encouraging others on issues of social justice that impact the lives of students and the broader community.

Applications will be evaluated by the Selection Committee, based on the following criteria:
• Making a significant contribution to equity, inclusion and social justice through community engagement, either in specific positions of responsibility or while involved in organizing activities. (Requirements: Student statement and at least one reference letter)
• Engaging and inspiring other students or members of the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students or the general community.
• Financial need may also be considered. Applicants may choose to complete the financial section of the application, and/or include information.
All full-time and part-time Red River College students are welcome to apply. The general application form must be accompanied by a student statement and required letter(s) of reference in order to be considered. The deadline for applications is March 1st.  Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .

An award valued at a minimum of $400 is available annually to a student who is currently enrolled in a full time certificate or diploma program at RRC Polytech, and is a dependent (defined as: an employee's or their spouse’s unmarried and financially dependent natural, adopted or step child or any other unmarried financially dependent child for whom you or your spouse has been appointed guardian and who is less than 25 years of age; or your spouse or common-law partner who is not engaged in full time employment and dependent on you for financial support) of an RRC Polytech employee (member of the MGEU bargaining unit).  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a one-page letter describing why they chose RRC Polytech, and specifically their program, for their post-secondary education, as well as their short- and long-term career goals.  Also required is a statement from the RRC Polytech employee, including their full name, work address and phone number as well as the number of years they have been employed at RRC Polytech.  Application deadline date is September 30th.

One $1000 award will be awarded annually to a full-time Red River College Polytechnic student who has graduated within 12 months, achieved a GPA of 4.0 or above and is employed. To be considered, a completed application should be submitted, accompanied by a reference letter from their employer, as well as a one-page statement explaining how they will be contributing to the economy. Preference will be given to alumni who are working in the field of their Red River College Polytechnic education.  The application deadline is March 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Five bursaries valued at $1000 each are available annually to full-time Red River College Polytechnic students who are enrolled in the following programs:  Administrative Assistant; Applied Commerce Education (Business/Technology Teacher Education); Dental Assisting; Health Care Aide; Indigenous Language – Cree; Indigenous Language – Ojibwe; MRI and Spectroscopy; Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedic; Pathway Business Creative Communications Digital Technology; Pharmaceutical and Food Manufacturing or Professional Photography.  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a letter describing their financial circumstances. Recipients will be selected based on financial need.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One award of $1000 will be awarded annually to a Red River College Polytechnic student who can demonstrate exceptional involvement in their community and/or college. A letter of reference verifying the applicant's involvement must accompany the application.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Four scholarships of $500 each will be awarded to international students, attending a post-secondary Red River College Polytechnic program on a full-time basis. The scholarships will be presented to the students who attain the highest GPA after their first term; applicants must have achieved a minimum 4.25 GPA after first term.  A first term grade report should accompany the application, as well as a one-page statement outlining your experience thus far in Canada and at Red River College Polytechnic.  In the event of a tie for GPA achieved after first term, the contents of the one-page statement will be considered to select the successful recipients. The application deadline is January 15th (students must apply while enrolled in their first year, with the exception of those students who have not yet completed their first term by January 15th). Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One $1000 award will be awarded annually to a full-time Red River College Polytechnic student who identifies as a racialized person. To be considered, a completed application should be submitted, accompanied by a letter explaining their experience at the College as a racialized student and advocating for their community at the College. The application deadline is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

One $1000 bursary is available annually to a full time Red River College Polytechnic student in any year of their program who is a resident of Canada and has demonstrated the need for financial support in relocating to Canada, moving to Winnipeg from a rural area or hardship inside the city with housing services. The application should include a short statement describing the relocation hardship.  The application deadline is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One $1000 award will be awarded annually to a full-time Red River College Polytechnic student who identifies as a female and has contributed to their field of studies. To be considered, a completed application should be submitted, accompanied by a short paragraph outlining their previous/current employment, related to their current field of study.  The application deadline October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

One $1000 scholarship shall be given to a full-time RRC Polytech student who shows dedication to their community, be it RRC Polytech SA, RRC Polytech, or community involvement outside college life. Eligible applicants will have achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.00.  To be considered, the student must identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.  A general application should be submitted, accompanied by a written reference from a community member attesting to the applicant’s volunteer dedication and a one-page statement from the applicant outlining their impactful community involvement.  The application deadline is April 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Three awards, valued at $1000 each, are available with preference given to the following groups: Two-Spirit, Racialized Person, and Trans and Gender Diverse.  The recipients will have shown volunteer dedication to their respective community, whether RRC Polytech SA, RRC Polytech, or community involvement outside college life.  Eligible applicants will be maintaining satisfactory academic progress.  To be considered, the student must identify as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. A general application should be submitted, accompanied by a written reference from a community member attesting to the applicant’s volunteer dedication and a one-page statement from the applicant outlining their impactful community involvement. Financial need will also be considered.  The application deadline is April 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One award, valued at $1500 is available annually to assist a student with a disability or disabilities (documented physical, mental health, learning disabilities, chronic medical conditions as well as a vision and hearing loss). Students who are experiencing significant financial need, and are maintaining satisfactory academic progress, may be eligible to receive this award.  Students may apply by speaking with an Accessibility Specialist in Student Accessibility Services or the Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services. The application must include a letter of support from the Manager/Accessibility Specialist the student is working with and an essay or summary from the student describing their situation/need.  Submit the application to the Manager, Student Accessibility Services.  Deadline for applications is December 5th.

Bursaries are available annually to assist students, who are clients of Student Counselling Services. Students who are experiencing financial hardship may be eligible to receive a bursary.  Criteria:
•The student is eligible to continue in program
•The student has significant financial need that without assistance, may place them at risk for withdrawing from their program
•The student demonstrates efforts at academic progress
Maximum bursary is $500. Students may apply one time per year for a crisis bursary.  No deadline date. Bursaries are available until limited funds expire. Inquiries should be directed to a manager or counsellor in Student Counselling Services.

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died.  The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Swan Lake, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large.  Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement.  The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization.  In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship.  Application deadline is January 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Awards are available to persons of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens and Manitoba residents who are presently enrolled or planning to enroll in a Manitoba public post-secondary institution in any program. You must maintain full-time status (60% or more course load) and be in need of financial assistance. Awards for college students are valued at a minimum of $2000.00 and students are eligible to reapply each year of their studies. Recipients may be considered for summer and part-time employment with one of the Business Council’s member companies. Applications are available from the Business Council's website at (www.businesscouncil.mb.ca).  Please submit applications as soon as possible even if you are not yet registered for classes.  Award application deadline is May31^st.

Please contact us with any questions:  bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca  or (204) 942-3637.

Indigenous students who have returned to school after a prolonged absence (minimum 12 months) and have successfully completed one year of post-secondary education are eligible to apply for a $2000 award. For more information please visit https://www.canadapost-postescanada.ca/cpc/en/our-company/giving-back-to-our-communities/canada-post-awards-for-indigenous-students.page or contact Mariam Merasty, Financial Aid Officer, Room F210 (204-632-2186). Deadline for applications is August 31. 

Numerous awards with various values are available for Indigenous students pursuing full-time study in an eligible program with minimum two year duration. Applications deadlines are June 1, November 1 and February 1.  Further information is available at www.indspire.ca.  Applications are only accepted on-line and students will need to create a login.

If you are an Indigenous or visible minority student with an interest in pursuing journalism as a career, you are invited to apply for the John W. Dafoe Free Press Scholarship.  This annual award is named after John Dafoe, editor of the Manitoba, then the Winnipeg Free Press, from 1901 to 1944, and one of the first Indigenous-rights advocates in Western Canada.
The scholarship includes a $650 cash award and a newsroom internship during the Christmas break.  Our internships are known across Canada for being personally and professionally rewarding. Interns get invaluable experience in journalism, and come away with a portfolio of published material. You'll also connect with Free Press journalists who can mentor you through the remainder of your school year and beyond.
Interested students are asked to submit a brief resume, several samples of their writing and a 350-word essay on their goals as an Indigenous or visible minority journalist.  Send your application to:  Paul Samyn, Editor, Winnipeg Free Press, paul.samyn@freepress.mb.ca, 1355 Mountain Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R2X 3B6.  Application deadline: 5 p.m. November 1st.  Further information is available from instructor James Turner, 204-949-8345 or email jturner@rrc.ca.

Valued at $1,000, the Mínwastánikéwin Truth and Reconciliation Award aims to combat the long-lasting intergenerational impacts that Indigenous people face on their journey towards success in post-secondary education. Mínwastánikéwin is a Cree word that means ‘to set it right.’  This award was made possible through the generous support of RRC Polytech students, staff and faculty supporting campaigns at the RRC Polytech Campus Store that bring awareness to Truth and Reconciliation and Indigenous issues such as Orange Shirt Day: Every Child Matters and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Honouring and Awareness Day. We know that over the last 150 years, 150,000 Indigenous children attended Canadian Residential Schools. We know that 90% of children in Manitoba’s foster care system are Indigenous and more than one-third of Winnipeg’s Indigenous population, nearly 70,000 people, live in poverty. And we also know that despite making up almost 17% of the provincial population, Indigenous peoples are typically underrepresented in post-secondary institutions.

This award is available to RRC Polytech Indigenous full-time students who have a stake in Truth and Reconciliation and a personal connection to the international effects of colonialism. Recipients will be selected based on an essay response on what Truth and Reconciliation means to you.  To be eligible, applicants are required to submit a General RRC Polytech Application, proof of Indigenous heritage, and a one-page essay submission. Deadline for applications is January 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Rotary Winnipeg West has established two $2500 awards to support full-time Indigenous students in overcoming financial barriers, while pursuing their career dreams in one of the following full-time programs at Red River College Polytechnic's Notre Dame Campus:  Educational Assistant, Health Care Aide or Health Unit Clerk.   The primary mission of Rotarians is to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty.   Rotary West is acting on this mission with the ongoing support of Winnipeggers.  This award will allow more Indigenous scholars to achieve their career dreams by assisting with tuition or associated costs to ensure successful graduates.  Those interested in being considered for this award should submit a general application accompanied by a letter/statement outlining their career aspirations.  Selection criteria includes financial need and career goals.  One award is available to fall term students; application deadline is October 15th.  The other award is available to winter term students; application deadline is February 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Five bursaries valued at $1000 each are available annually to full-time Red River College Polytechnic students who are enrolled in the following programs:  Administrative Assistant; Applied Commerce Education (Business/Technology Teacher Education); Dental Assisting; Health Care Aide; Indigenous Language – Cree; Indigenous Language – Ojibwe; MRI and Spectroscopy; Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedic; Pathway Business Creative Communications Digital Technology; Pharmaceutical and Food Manufacturing or Professional Photography.  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a letter describing their financial circumstances. Recipients will be selected based on financial need.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died.  The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Swan Lake, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large.  Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement.  The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization.  In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship.  Application deadline is January 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

The Alan and Doreen Thompson Charitable Foundation Business Administration Award, valued at $1000, stands as a testament to the philanthropic legacy of Alan and Doreen Thompson at Red River College Polytechnic.  Alan Thompson and his wife Doreen were born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba and spent most of their lives in Winnipeg and West Vancouver, BC.  In honoring Alan's distinguished career in the investment industry and the couple's shared commitment to supporting medical research, education and local/national organizations, this award aims to provide financial assistance to deserving students.  Eligible candidates must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, enrolled full-time in any year of the Business Administration program, and demonstrate both good academic standing and financial need.  Academic performance is evaluated after the successful completion of one term.  The selection process will be managed by the student award and financial aid office and the Business Administration faculty.  In order to maximize the reach of the award a new student will be selected to receive the award each year. This award aims to not only provide financial assistance but also to celebrate Alan and Doreen Thompson by supporting students whose goal is to strive for excellence in the field of business administration.  RRC Polytech Business Administration students who have completed at least one term are eligible to apply by the annual deadline date of September 30th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

Awards of $1000 each will be presented annually, to students graduating from an Applied Computer Education diploma program, on the basis of outstanding academic achievement, and their contribution to the department.  Recipients will be automatically selected for each academic term by ACE instructor nomination.  Awards will be distributed after November 30th and March 30th.

A $1000 scholarship has been established for the Information Security program at Red River College, by Castellan Information Security Services Inc. (“Castellan” www.CastellanInformationSecurity.com) a Canadian corporation headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Castellan is an end-to-end provider of Information Security Services, Products, and Personnel. Castellan’s purpose is to empower our clients to protect their information in all forms (physical and digital) against internal and external threats. Castellan’s mission is to be trained and trusted partner for our clients to successfully protect their most valuable asset – information. This scholarship supports excellence and the hard work of students and will support a student who is building their career to benefit this rapidly growing industry. The recipient will be selected by the faculty based on academic excellence throughout the program and will be awarded during the fourth term of the program.

Awards of $1000 each will be presented to students, enrolled in Work Integrated Learning in an Applied Computer Education (ACE) diploma program, who demonstrated exemplary work ethic, helped others, and showed leadership.  Recipients will be automatically selected for each academic term by the ACE Work Integrated Learning Committee.

Removing barriers to post-secondary education from enrollment to graduation, the Gary Coleman Award will support two domestic students who:
• Graduated in the previous 24 months from one of the Inner City High Schools (Argyle Alternative High School, Children of the Earth High School, Daniel McIntyre Collegiate, Gordon Bell High School, R. B. Russell Vocational High School, Sisler High School, St. John’s High School, Technical Vocational High School); and
• Have been accepted into one of the following Red River College Polytechnic programs:  Applied Accounting (Certificate), Business Administration (Diploma), Applied Development and Delivery (Diploma), Commerce Industry Sales and Marketing (Certificate), Data Science and Machine Learning (Diploma), IT Operations (Diploma) or Information Security (Post Graduate Diploma).

This award will cover tuition, program fees and books and supplies required for successful completion of the program (no cash will be provided to the student). Students receiving other tuition funding need to specify this on their application so that the amount of the award may be adjusted accordingly. Students fully funded by private or public sources will not be eligible for the award. Selection will be based on financial need and the content of the reference letter and essay. Preference may be given to applicants who have demonstrated community /school involvement.  To be eligible applicants are required to submit:

• Proof of acceptance/conditional acceptance as full-time student to one of the eligible programs
• General RRC Polytech Awards application form with financial need section completed
• Documentation to support financial application: Income Tax Notice of Assessment form from the previous tax year from a parent/guardian; or from the applicant (if applicant no longer lives with his/her parents). If, due to your family situation, tax forms cannot be obtained, please provide an explanation of the situation in your essay or contact the Student Awards and Financial Aid office at 204-632-3979 or financialaid@rrc.ca.
• Reference letter from a school counselor, community leader, teacher or school principal, specifically addressing this statement: The qualified candidate is smart, ambitious and has a career dream. Financial challenges are the main barrier to fulfilment of this dream. Please describe how, in your experience, this applicant fits these criteria.
• An essay, based on the following statement: I have ambition, and a dream to become a successful professional. With financial assistance, I will be able to achieve great things in my program at Red River College Polytechnic, and in my career. In a statement, please describe your motivation and ambition, and why your talent makes you an ideal candidate for this award.
• Reference letter confirming community/school involvement, if applicable.
• A Release of Information in order to communicate the award recipient's name to the donor.

The Award shall be renewable by award recipient, for use in subsequent years/semesters of study at RRC Polytech, provided the award recipient continues to be enrolled full-time in the original program of study at the College and achieves a minimum 3.0 GPA.  For students commencing their studies in the fall term, the application deadline is the first Friday of July.  The secondary deadline is September 10th (preference will be given to the July applicants).  For students commencing their studies in the winter term, the application deadline is November 30th. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to connect with the Student Awards and Financial Aid office at 204-632-3979.  Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .

PTI Transformers has established three $2,500 awards for students in the following programs: Business Administration (Accounting and Finance Majors), Mechanical Engineering Technology, and Electrical Engineering Technology (Electronic and Instrumentation & Control Engineering.) Eligible students must be enrolled in the second year of their programs and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Recipients will be selected based on the quality of their required statement, which must outline how PTI Transformers’ Four Pillars for Success—Safety, Quality, Happy Customers, and Making Money—are integrated into their studies, work, or personal life.

PTI Transformers, established in 1989 in Regina, Saskatchewan, has grown from a small maintenance shop into Canada’s largest 100% Canadian-owned transformer manufacturer and a recognized innovator in transformer technology. In 2015, PTI expanded by acquiring CG Power Systems Canada’s Winnipeg operations, broadening its product range to include medium and large power transformers, and repatriating key technology to North America. Offering a comprehensive suite of solutions from distribution transformers to specialized products, PTI serves utility, renewable, and commercial/industrial markets. The company, a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, is committed to providing innovative, sustainable, and customized solutions, fostering long-term customer relationships, and upholding values of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. The application deadline for all the awards is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

A $1000 award has been established by Stu and Heather Charles, both of whom are Distinguished RRC Graduates, to support a student entering the Application Development and Delivery program at RRC Polytech. “Red River College is where it all started for us,” says Heather. “It was a place that gave us our first opportunity to enter into a new and emerging field and meet 75 like-minded people who were interested in learning more about computers. After graduating, both Stu and Heather went on to successful careers, rising through the ranks of the IT field while serving as longstanding members of the College’s advisory committees, and establishing paid co-op opportunities for students at their places of work. Stu spent the last 17 years as Chief Information Officer at the Workers Compensation Board and is currently a member of the RRC Board of Governors. Heather’s career includes HR experience and application development at Manitoba Public Insurance, and as manager of the project management career centre and software developers career centre at Great-West Life. Today Stu and Heather are passionate to give back and support the program and school that gave them so much by creating an opportunity for future professionals. This award is available to a Grade 12 graduate who, in the year following their graduation, is entering the Application Development and Delivery program at RRC Polytech. Eligible applicants must be admitted to the Application Development and Delivery program as of the application deadline. Recipient selection will be based on high school average and financial need. Preference will be given to a female applicant. Application deadline is September 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

Established by her family in memory of Anne Grape, a much loved faculty member of the Early Childhood Education Program.  This award is based on the faculty nomination of a student in the Early Childhood Education Workplace Program who is in their graduating term.   Two awards will be presented to students annually; one at the end of the fall term and the other at the end of the winter term.  The successful recipient will have displayed the same qualities and standards exhibited by Anne Grape; determination, child focused practice and an overall nurturing and kind-hearted approach in their work with children and families.  Anne was a woman who genuinely cared about the well-being and success of the students she had the opportunity to mentor during her time working at Red River College.

This award recognizes an outstanding Year 2 student who demonstrates exceptional leadership, initiative, and a positive impact within their classroom and school community. Selection criteria include:

• Leadership: Demonstrates exceptional leadership skills by taking initiative, guiding peers, and contributing positively to the classroom environment.
• CYC Competencies: Displays the competencies of a Child and Youth Care Worker within the classroom environment
• Commitment: Exhibits dedication to academic excellence, teamwork, and contributing to a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere.
• Impact: Has a noticeable positive effect on the classroom and school community through actions, projects, or leadership roles.

Awards valued at $4000 each are available to first-year Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Education Workplace students (both domestic and international students) at Red River College Polytechnic (all campuses).  Selection criteria will include course load, financial need, and essay content.  Award funds will be paid first to any program fees for the current academic year; if all fees have been paid, any remaining award funds will be released to the recipient.  Award funds will be paid in two disbursements.  $2000 will be released in the fall term and, for recipients who have achieved a minimum 2.00 GPA in the fall term, $2000 will be applied to winter term fees.  (Any students who have not achieved a 2.00 GPA will not receive the winter term portion.)  Those interested in being considered should submit a completed application form, accompanied by a short essay (maximum 250 words) describing career plans after graduation.  Students receiving other funding for tuition (full or partial) should include this information on their application form.  Deadline for applications is October 31st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Established to honour the memory of Jason Mueller who graduated from the Disability and Community Support Diploma Program in 2003. This award is intended to honour his spirit by recognizing a student each year who has been able to maintain a positive and energetic approach to their work and others in spite of adversity.  A award valued at $1000 will be presented annually to a student graduating from the Disability & Community Support program, as selected by the program faculty.  If there is not a suitable recipient graduating from the diploma student, the award may be presented to a student graduating from the one-year certificate program. 

The recipient will be a graduating Child and Youth Care student who has demonstrated the following: initiative and leadership qualities, an enthusiasm for learning reflected in academic achievement, a high level of ability in all practicum sites, and the attributes indicative of a positive role-model for children and youth for future child and youth care practitioners. The application should be accompanied by a 250-word essay, explaining why you are a deserving candidate for this award, specifically considering the criteria indicated.  Application deadline is March 15th.

An award valued at a minimum of $1000 is available for a full-time student, who is a parent, and has completed the first year of the Child and Youth Care program at RRC Polytech and is continuing in the second year of the program.  Applicants will have attained a minimum GPA of 3.00 and have had a strong first practicum.  Those interested in being considered should submit an application accompanied by a letter describing how their practicum experience has affected their desire to work in the field, as well as a letter of support from their practicum supervisor.  Application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One award, valued at $1000 is available annually to students who have successfully completed the Field Placement 1 course in the Library and Information Technology program at RRC Polytech and have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA. Students should submit a general application form accompanied by a statement outlining volunteer work in the community and/or Library community, as well as a letter of reference supporting the applicants' volunteer activity. The deadline for applications is October 15.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. Please click here to learn more about Betty Andrich and the establishment of the awards.

One $1000 scholarship will be awarded to a student graduating from the Library and Information Technology program who has achieved the highest cumulative achievement in Reference courses (minimum grade of A in these courses).  Recipient selection will occur annually in May.  Please click here to learn more about Betty Andrich and the establishment of the awards.

One award, valued at $1500 is available to students enrolled in the Library and Information Technology program at, who have successfully completed a minimum of six courses, for whom the decision to attend Red River College Polytechnic comes after a break or interruption in the continuity of school or employment. Recipients will have demonstrated interest in volunteerism. Students should submit a general application form accompanied by a statement indicating why they have chosen to make the transition to this program as well as outlining volunteer work. A letter of reference supporting the applicants' volunteer activity should also be included. The deadline for applications is October 15.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. Please click here to learn more about Betty Andrich and the establishment of the awards.

This award was created by his family, in memory of Karel Van Helden, a former instructor for the Power Engineering Fourth Class courses in the School of Continuing Education at Red River College. One award valued at $700 will be available annually.  Eligible applicants will be enrolled in one of the following programs/courses: Power Engineering Fourth Class Part A course within the School of Continuing Education, or the Power Engineering Technology diploma program at RRC Polytech.  The award is intended to assist the recipient with the cost of their studies and, as such, will be applied as a payment to the course/program fees for the academic year.  If payment has already been made, the award recipient(s) will be reimbursed an amount equal to the award amount. Students interested in being considered for this award should submit an application form accompanied by a letter, in which they describe how receiving this award will make a difference to them.  Selection will be based on financial need and evidence of a strong work ethic; a recommendation letter from an instructor, focused on work ethic in the classroom, should also accompany this application.  Although preference will be given to students with dependent children, all are encouraged to apply.  Deadline for applications is December 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

The Manitoba Library Association presents a $500 award to a graduating student in the Library and Information Technology program who has demonstrated academic excellence and career promise. The recipient’s achievement is also honoured on a plaque displayed in the Library at the College.  Recipient selection will occur annually in May.  

Established by former Library and Information Technology instructor Pat Routledge, the recipient of this award is supportive of his or her classmates and displays a positive attitude. The recipient contributes to an encouraging teaching experience. Students who have successfully completed the Field Placement 1 course in the Library and Information Technology program at RRC Polytech and have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA, are eligible to be considered. Students should submit a general application form accompanied by a letter of reference from an instructor indicating how the student has demonstrated these attributes.  The application deadline is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Rotary Winnipeg West has established two $2500 awards to support full-time Indigenous students in overcoming financial barriers, while pursuing their career dreams in one of the following full-time programs at Red River College Polytechnic's Notre Dame Campus:  Educational Assistant, Health Care Aide or Health Unit Clerk.   The primary mission of Rotarians is to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty.   Rotary West is acting on this mission with the ongoing support of Winnipeggers.  This award will allow more Indigenous scholars to achieve their career dreams by assisting with tuition or associated costs to ensure successful graduates.  Those interested in being considered for this award should submit a general application accompanied by a letter/statement outlining their career aspirations.  Selection criteria includes financial need and career goals.  One award is available to fall term students; application deadline is October 15th.  The other award is available to winter term students; application deadline is February 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Five bursaries valued at $1000 each are available annually to full-time Red River College Polytechnic students who are enrolled in the following programs:  Administrative Assistant; Applied Commerce Education (Business/Technology Teacher Education); Dental Assisting; Health Care Aide; Indigenous Language – Cree; Indigenous Language – Ojibwe; MRI and Spectroscopy; Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedic; Pathway Business Creative Communications Digital Technology; Pharmaceutical and Food Manufacturing or Professional Photography.  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a letter describing their financial circumstances. Recipients will be selected based on financial need.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Two awards valued at $2000 each are available annually to full-time first-year students: one to a Creative Communications student and the other to a Digital Media Design student at RRC Polytech.  To be eligible, applicants will have completed the first term of their program and have attained a minimum 3.00 GPA.  Selection will be based on financial need.  Those interested in being considered should submit a fully completed application accompanied by a one-page statement indicating how this award will make a difference to them and their educational goals.  Deadline for applications is March 15.   Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

A $500 entrance award will be given annually by family and the department, to a Communication Design student based on the highest scoring entrance portfolio. The award will be paid directly to the program fees.  Bruce Gillespie was an instructor in the Graphic Design program at Red River College from 1989 until his passing in 2008. Over the course of his two decades at RRC, he crossed paths with hundreds of aspiring graphic designers whose lives he touched as a teacher, mentor, big brother and friend. It was Bruce’s great passions for teaching, music, collecting and sharing that led some of his former students and colleagues to create the Bruce Gillespie Award, to honor his memory and his contribution to the program.

An annual $1000 award for an RRC Polytech Creative Communications student has been established by Carla Coyle, President & CEO of C2 Custom Furnishings (C2). C2 was founded in 2010 and began with manufacturing and supplying only sofas and dining chairs. They have now expanded to a nearly 200-page catalogue including assisted-living and hotel furniture, appliances, pianos, artwork, window coverings, and the innovative GoodKnight Bed Bug Control Bed. First-year students who have completed the first term with satisfactory academic standing are eligible to be considered. Recipient selection will be based on academic progress and financial need. The application deadline is January 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

An award valued at $3000 has been established by Corus Entertainment Inc. In Manitoba Corus owns and operates 3 radio stations, Global Winnipeg, and GlobalNews.ca. Corus encourages an environment where employees show we care by giving back to the communities we serve. This award exemplifies that value. Dawna Friesen is the Chief Anchor and Executive Editor of Global National, and an alumni of Red River College. Having Dawna associated with this award will help inspire the next generation of excellent journalists. Students enrolled in the second year of the Creative Communications (Journalism or Media Production Specializations) are eligible to apply.  Those interested in being considered should submit a one-page letter (including their name, student number and year of program) explaining why they deserve the award.  All submissions will be reviewed by Global News staff. Global News Winnipeg staff will interview the top three students and choose the recipient by March 1.   Global News Winnipeg staff will interview the top three students.  Dawna Friesen will be involved in the selection of the recipient.  The award will be presented in late April.  Deadline for applications is January 31st.  Applications (letters) should be submitted by email to directly to the Creative Arts Department.  Completed applications should be submitted by email to jmkelly@rrc.ca. 

Two awards (value to be determined by interest earned) of a minimum $2400 each will be available annually to full-time students in the Creative Communications program; one to a first-year student and the other to a second-year student.  The recipients will have demonstrated an interest and proficiency in the widest range of sports and sports journalism and have shown initiative and commitment to volunteering and /or involvement in the sports community.  Those interested in being considered should submit a brief letter or resume in which they outline their interest and activities in sports and sports journalism.  Letter(s) of reference should also be included.  Deadline for applications is March 15.

If you are an Indigenous or visible minority student with an interest in pursuing journalism as a career, you are invited to apply for the John W. Dafoe Free Press Scholarship.  This annual award is named after John Dafoe, editor of the Manitoba, then the Winnipeg Free Press, from 1901 to 1944, and one of the first Indigenous-rights advocates in Western Canada.
The scholarship includes a $650 cash award and a newsroom internship during the Christmas break.  Our internships are known across Canada for being personally and professionally rewarding. Interns get invaluable experience in journalism, and come away with a portfolio of published material. You'll also connect with Free Press journalists who can mentor you through the remainder of your school year and beyond.
Interested students are asked to submit a brief resume, several samples of their writing and a 350-word essay on their goals as an Indigenous or visible minority journalist.  Send your application to:  Paul Samyn, Editor, Winnipeg Free Press, paul.samyn@freepress.mb.ca, 1355 Mountain Ave. Winnipeg, Manitoba R2X 3B6.  Application deadline: 5 p.m. November 1st.  Further information is available from instructor James Turner, 204-949-8345 or email jturner@rrc.ca.

The MSSA initiated this award in recognition of Jack Matheson, former Winnipeg Tribune sports editor and CJOB broadcaster, who was the first person to hire Red River College graduates to work in sports journalism in Manitoba. Awards valued at a minimum of $750 will be available annually to students enrolled at Red River College who demonstrate an interest in a career in sports writing, sports broadcasting, sports production and/or sports public relations. Recipients will have had sports-related post-secondary, freelance and/or volunteer work experience and involvement in sports and community activities. They will have demonstrated academic achievement and shown potential for success in the field of sports writing, broadcasting production, or public relations. Application forms will be emailed to all students the first week of March. Completed applications should be submitted by email to jmkelly@rrc.ca. Deadline for application forms is March 15.

S-Vox is the owner and operator of Joytv 11 (CIIT-TV), Winnipeg’s first faith-based local television station. S-Vox (now ZoomerMedia) established the Vision TV Scholarship in honour of Betty and Willard Thiessen who founded CIIT-TV, Winnipeg's first faith-based television station, and are Canadian broadcast pioneers, particularly in Christian-based broadcasting. Two awards valued at a minimum of $2000 each will be available annually to students who have successfully completed the first semester of the Digital Media Design program at Red River College Polytechnic, and are enrolled for a minimum of 12 hours of credit courses in that program. Selection criteria will include demonstration of a contribution to the College and/or the wider Winnipeg community, through an interest in spirituality and faith. Those interested in being considered should submit an application form, accompanied by: a statement explaining how their faith/spirituality may affect their career direction (100 words of less); a statement pertaining to their choice of three words based on spirituality/faith that best describe them, and providing evidence/examples of how they exhibit these qualities, and; two letters of reference - one from a Creative Arts faculty member  and the second from an adult community member who knows them outside of Red River College Polytechnic (excluding relatives). Application deadline is March 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

This award has been established by her family and friends in honour of Christiane Gabrielle Jacqueline Bonin, who dedicated 43 years of her professional life as an emergency nurse. Chris loved nursing and cared deeply for her patients; she was an “old school” nurse who prided herself on bedside nursing and easing peoples’ suffering. Compassion and helping others came naturally in Chris’s day to day life and this award will concur and celebrate those qualities with future nurses graduating from RRC. This award, valued at a minimum of $1000, will be presented annually to a student graduating from the Bachelor of Nursing program.  The recipient will have successfully completed Senior Practicum in an emergency setting and have expressed a particular interest in emergency nursing practice. They will also have demonstrated a high level of skill, sound academic achievement, and a caring and compassionate attitude with patients. The General RRC Polytech Application form should be accompanied by the specific supplemental form available online from the Nursing Repository, as well as a reference letter from a preceptor or faculty member. Applications will be accepted throughout the year until September 15th annually.  The recipient will be selected after the fall deadline. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form.  Once the application is submitted, instructions for submitting required documents will be provided. 

Established by friends and family of Mary Langhan, a $500 award will be presented annually to a third-year student who has has expressed a special interest in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and demonstrated a high level of skill in these clinical settings. Mary nursed in ICU, taught prenatal classes and worked in her favourite discipline of Obstetrics and Gynaecology for 26 years until her retirement in 2000. Two of Mary’s greatest strengths were kindness and courage, and the recipient of this award will be a student who also exemplifies these qualities.

Two $500 awards are available to full-time students enrolled in the second year of the Medical Radiologic Technology program at RRC Polytech.  Selection criteria will include financial need and satisfactory academic progress (applicants must have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA in each term of Year 1).   Deadline for applications is September 30th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application. 

A $250 cash award will be presented annually to the MRI student who attains the highest academic standing at the end of the first semester. 

Four awards (minimum value of $750 each) will be presented to those students who meet the criteria for educational opportunities internationally. Students must be enrolled in Year 2 or Year 3 of the BN program. Students must apply for this award and will undergo a significant application and interview process.  Application deadlines will be TBA, based on travel opportunities.

Rotary Winnipeg West has established two $2500 awards to support full-time Indigenous students in overcoming financial barriers, while pursuing their career dreams in one of the following full-time programs at Red River College Polytechnic's Notre Dame Campus:  Educational Assistant, Health Care Aide or Health Unit Clerk.   The primary mission of Rotarians is to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty.   Rotary West is acting on this mission with the ongoing support of Winnipeggers.  This award will allow more Indigenous scholars to achieve their career dreams by assisting with tuition or associated costs to ensure successful graduates.  Those interested in being considered for this award should submit a general application accompanied by a letter/statement outlining their career aspirations.  Selection criteria includes financial need and career goals.  One award is available to fall term students; application deadline is October 15th.  The other award is available to winter term students; application deadline is February 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One $1000 award is available annually to a full-time Red River College Polytechnic Nursing Student who is maintaining satisfactory academic progress. The nursing student must be enrolled in the second or third year of the program and have a full-time course load in the program. To be considered, a completed application should be submitted, accompanied by a maximum 200-word paragraph describing a challenge they faced during their studies at the College, and how they overcame it.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Five bursaries valued at $1000 each are available annually to full-time Red River College Polytechnic students who are enrolled in the following programs:  Administrative Assistant; Applied Commerce Education (Business/Technology Teacher Education); Dental Assisting; Health Care Aide; Indigenous Language – Cree; Indigenous Language – Ojibwe; MRI and Spectroscopy; Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedic; Pathway Business Creative Communications Digital Technology; Pharmaceutical and Food Manufacturing or Professional Photography.  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a letter describing their financial circumstances. Recipients will be selected based on financial need.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Established by VetStrategy, two $1000 awards are available for students attending the Veterinary Technology program at RRC Polytech. This company blends modern management techniques, a belief in the veterinary clinic staff's extraordinary capability, and insistence that highly skilled veterinarians are free to practice responsible veterinary medicine. One award is available to a first-year student, after completion the first term of the Veterinary Technology program. The second award is available to a second-year student, after completion of the second term of the program. To be considered, applicants must demonstrate financial need and good academic standing, having achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA, as well as technical skills excellence.  The application deadline for the first-year award is January 15th. The application deadline for the second-year award is September 15th. A selection committee, including program faculty will select the successful candidates. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

The $750 Kamal and Sudha Mehra Experimentation and Innovation Award will be awarded annually to a student enrolled in the Culinary Arts program at Red River College Polytechnic who has successfully completed Term 3 and meets the following criteria:

•  Identifies as a person of colour (including but not limited to international students) 
•  Is testing, creating, or developing new recipes using South Asian cuisine (identified as cuisine hailing from the following regions: India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Sri Lanka) 

The application should be accompanied by a paragraph indicating the types of recipes the applicant has been working with, as well as a sample recipe, submitted in a standardized metric format.  The application deadline is January 31st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional documents ready to upload.

Established in memory of Ron Long, a long time and founding member of the Canadian Culinary Federation (CCF).  One award valued at $500 is available annually to a Term 5 student enrolled in the Culinary Arts program at RRC Polytech.  Selection will be based on demonstrated commitment and passion for the industry; traits for which Ron Long was known.  Some consideration will also be given to financial need and satisfactory academic progress.  Those interested in being considered should submit an application form along with a one-page explanation of their career goals and volunteer service related to the hospitality sector.  Applications are due September 30th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

A $1000 award will be presented annually to a second year RRC Polytech Tourism Management student. Selection will reflect a student who has acted as an ambassador for the tourism industry. This would be evident in their achievements in the program and during their coop placement. To be considered, a General RRC Polytech application should be accompanied by a one-page statement describing the applicant's commitment to the tourism industry. Application deadline is September 30th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

The intention of this annual award, valued at $250, is to assist in furthering the educational goals, professional learning and development of pre-service Applied Commerce Education teachers. This award is to stimulate, encourage and acknowledge teaching excellence and volunteerism.  A practicum cooperating teacher may make the nomination.  The nominee may be a current student in the Red River College/University of Winnipeg Business Teacher Education program.  One recipient will be honoured annually.  A nominee can only be the recipient of this award one time.  Nomination forms will be supplied to cooperating teachers each spring by the Teacher Education faculty supervisor.  The nomination application form and supporting documents must be submitted by June 1 of the current year.

Five bursaries valued at $1000 each are available annually to full-time Red River College Polytechnic students who are enrolled in the following programs:  Administrative Assistant; Applied Commerce Education (Business/Technology Teacher Education); Dental Assisting; Health Care Aide; Indigenous Language – Cree; Indigenous Language – Ojibwe; MRI and Spectroscopy; Paramedicine – Primary Care Paramedic; Pathway Business Creative Communications Digital Technology; Pharmaceutical and Food Manufacturing or Professional Photography.  To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a letter describing their financial circumstances. Recipients will be selected based on financial need.  The application deadline is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Established by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Manitoba Chapter, a minimum $1000 award is available to a student enrolled in their final year of the Architectural/Engineering Technology, Municipal Engineering Technology, Structural Engineering Technology or Construction Management program at RRC Polytech.  To be eligible applicants must have attained a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA.  To be considered, interested student should complete an application form and submit it along with a statement (paragraph) describing the applicant's past experience and intended career plans, and how these relate to concrete.  Deadline for applications is the first Friday in November. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

One award of $1000 is presented annually to full-time Year 3 Structural Engineering Technology student based on outstanding academic achievement.

Established in memory of Bryan I. Dreger by the Association of Manitoba Land Surveyors and his friends and colleagues, four awards are available for full-time Geomatics Technology students at Red River College. Two awards, minimum $1500 each, will be granted annually to students entering the third year of the Geomatics Technology program at Red River College. Deserving candidates must have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA, and have worked for a land surveying firm. Two awards, minimum $750 each, will be granted annually to students entering the second year of the Geomatics Technology program at Red River College. Deserving candidates must have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA.  All awards recipients will be selected by the department faculty.

Three awards of $1,500 have been established by the Winnipeg Construction Association for full-time students continuing their studies in the 2nd or 3rd of the Construction Management program at RRC Polytech. The Winnipeg Construction Association is an incorporated, not-for-profit trade association representing commercial contractors and suppliers throughout Manitoba. They currently have over 750 member firms, including manufacturers, suppliers, financial institutions, lawyers, insurance and bonding companies, and brokers. Part of WCA’s mandate is to help promote the construction industry to the next generation to ensure a healthy labour force for the industry, which is why they’re thrilled to support RRC students with this bursary. One award of $2000 has been established by Paul Charette, the former CEO of Bird Construction and graduate of the college’s Civil Technology program. Paul also played a pivotal role in helping to establish the Construction Management Degree program at RRC Polytech. This award is available to students continuing their studies in the 2nd,3rd, or 4th-year of Construction Management program at RRC Polytech. Eligible students will have attained a minimum 70% (3.00 GPA). Selection will be based on demonstrated financial need. If the applicant has been employed by a Winnipeg Construction Association Member, that information should be included on the application. The deadline for applications is the first Friday in November. Only one application is required to be considered for these. Award name is Construction Management Continuing Students Awards. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

One award of $2000 has been established by Paul Charette, the former CEO of Bird Construction and graduate of the college’s Civil Technology program. Paul also played a pivotal role in helping to establish the Construction Management Degree program at RRC Polytech. This award is available to students who are entering or are in the first year of the Construction Management Degree Program.  To be eligible applicants must be full time students and will have achieved a minimum 70% average using three Grade 12 (40S) courses: English; Mathematics; and one additional 40S course (highest grade). To be considered for this award, applicants should submit an application, high school transcript, maximum one-page statement indicating why they have chosen this program and how they will benefit from this award. Although not a requirement, a letter of reference from a teacher, guidance counselor, employer or other individual with whom the applicant is well acquainted is recommended and will be considered an asset. Recipient selection will be based on financial need, statement content and, if included the letter of reference. Deadline for applications is September 15th.   Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.   

Established by Dillon Consulting, one $1500 award is available to support an indigenous student who has entered the first year of the Civil Engineering Technology program at RRC Polytech.  Preference will be given to students who have completed the Pathway to Engineering Technology program; however, indigenous students entering the Civil Engineering Technology program directly, will also be considered. Dillon is a proudly Canadian, employee-owned professional consulting firm specializing in planning, engineering, environmental science, and management.  To be eligible, students are requested to submit a general application form, accompanied by a reference letter from a current or Pathway to Engineering instructor, as well as a statement from the student indicating their career goals in Municipal, Structural, Geomatics or Environmental Engineering.  Selection criteria will include financial need, academic progress and career goals. Application deadline is Tuesday, November 5, 2024.   Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload. 

Awards of $1000 each will be presented to students, enrolled in Work Integrated Learning in an Applied Computer Education (ACE) diploma program, who demonstrated exemplary work ethic, helped others, and showed leadership.  Recipients will be automatically selected for each academic term by the ACE Work Integrated Learning Committee.

This award was created by his family, in memory of Karel Van Helden, a former instructor for the Power Engineering Fourth Class courses in the School of Continuing Education at Red River College. One award valued at $700 will be available annually.  Eligible applicants will be enrolled in one of the following programs/courses: Power Engineering Fourth Class Part A course within the School of Continuing Education, or the Power Engineering Technology diploma program at RRC Polytech.  The award is intended to assist the recipient with the cost of their studies and, as such, will be applied as a payment to the course/program fees for the academic year.  If payment has already been made, the award recipient(s) will be reimbursed an amount equal to the award amount. Students interested in being considered for this award should submit an application form accompanied by a letter, in which they describe how receiving this award will make a difference to them.  Selection will be based on financial need and evidence of a strong work ethic; a recommendation letter from an instructor, focused on work ethic in the classroom, should also accompany this application.  Although preference will be given to students with dependent children, all are encouraged to apply.  Deadline for applications is December 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

This award has been established by proud alumnus and successful business owner, Glenn Garbett, CEO at Keystone Projects Ltd.  Keystone Projects Ltd was established in 2010 with a goal of building a company that provides customized and sustainable services, including project and construction management and facilities management and repairs. Glenn believes that cutting-edge technology drives the industry forward, and the cooperative effort of motivated professionals will bring a solution to any project. This award follows this philosophy. A $5000 award will be provided to the best fourth-year Construction Management degree program applied research project team of students at Red River College (min $1000 to each team member). The project needs to stand out and be focused on cutting-edge technology that improves or benefits the industry. Based on the requirements of the Capstone Project (CMDP 400 and CMDP 4005), the faculty will select the winning team, and the final project will be shared with the donor. For further information, students should contact the Construction Management Department.

This $1000 award is established by M.D. Steele, for an RRC Polytech student who has attained a minimum GPA of 3.00 after the first year of Civil Engineering Technology and has entered one of the major fields of study: Architectural/Engineering, Environmental, Geomatics, Municipal and Structural Engineering Technology. M.D. Steele was born as an innovative and integrity-focused construction company. The firm's steadfast commitment to being reliable, fair, and trustworthy is paramount to M.D. Steele being a leader in the industry. The selection criteria include successful academic progress and leadership qualities. Preference will be given to mature or single-parent students. To be considered, the general application form should be accompanied by a reference letter from a teacher, instructor, community leader, or employer attesting to the applicant's leadership qualities in school, work, or the community. The application deadline is the first Friday in November. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Established by Manitoba Aerospace Inc., a $1500 award will be presented annually to a third-year Electrical, Electronic or Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technology program.  The recipient will have demonstrated teamwork, work ethic, attention to details, as well as honesty and reliability.  Recipient selection will be done by department faculty.

A $1,500 award has been established by the Winnipeg Construction Association. Manitoba Women in Construction is a group working within Manitoba’s construction industry who share a common goal of increasing the representation and retention of women in the industry. They strive to provide a voice for women in the construction industry today and in the future.  Supporting women who join the construction industry is key to MWC’s mandate, and that’s why they’re excited about the opportunity to support women with their education in the field. MWC is an initiative of the Winnipeg Construction Association.  Eligible applicants will be enrolled in the Construction Management program at RRC Polytech and identify as female.  To be considered for this award, applicants should submit an application accompanied by a statement outlining their passion for the construction field and their commitment to supporting other women in construction.  The deadline for applications is the first Friday in November.  If the applicant has any construction experience and/or affiliation with Winnipeg Construction Association members, that information should be included as well.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Two awards, valued at a minimum of $2500, are available annually to students enrolled in the fourth year of the Construction Management Degree Program at RRC Polytech, who are interested in the Heavy Construction industry as a career. Established by the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association (MHCA), this award recognizes its past Board Chairs who since 1945 have laid the cornerstone foundations upon which the MHCA has been built. It is upon this cornerstone foundation that the MHCA has been able to make, and strives to continue to make, constructive contributions in the development and evolution of public policy at the provincial, regional and national levels. Each Chair is recognized through a 'A Salute to our Past: A Tribute to our Chairs' (click link to view all of our past chairs). To be considered for this award, applicants should have a satisfactory academic standing and successfully completed the Infrastructure/Heavy Construction course in the second year of the program and the Estimating – Heavy Construction or Building Construction course in the program's third year. To be considered, students should submit a general application form, accompanied by a letter of reference from a coop placement employer or coop coordinator. This reference letter should speak to the applicant's initiative, energy, enthusiasm, perseverance to succeed, and passion for making a difference. Applicants should also provide a statement outlining their interest in the field of heavy construction. The deadline for applications is the first Friday in November. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application for and have additional required documents ready to upload.

The Nigel Wills Memorial Award, established by the Energy Sector Alliance of Manitoba (ESAM), honors the memory of Nigel Wills, a visionary leader whose contributions were crucial to the development of Manitoba Hydro International and global energy systems. ESAM is a coalition of 16 private sector companies in Manitoba dedicated to sustainable energy solutions. They created this $2,000 award to support a final-term student in the Electrical Engineering Technology program who demonstrates leadership, vision, and a commitment to excellence. The selection committee will choose the candidate who best represents the spirit and values of Nigel Wills.

A $1000 scholarship has been established by Number TEN Architectural Group to support a student attending second year of RRC Polytech’s Architectural Engineering Technology or first year of the Architectural Technology program. For many years, Number TEN Architectural Group served communities by designing places that make life better. The focus of the company is on people who go the extra mile, strive for design excellence and push themselves to achieve more than expected. Innovation is central to the company’s practices. Number TEN aims to pursue new ideas that challenge the conventional perceptions of architectural form and its relationship to the environment. Public spaces define the city and are a reflection of who we are as a community. Supporting education defines the learning community and creates people who can share many ideas and become contributors to our economic growth. The successful scholarship recipient will be selected based on outstanding academic achievement in the program. In addition to the financial scholarship, the selected recipient will have an opportunity to be offered an interview at NTAG for co-op placement. The student information will be provided to the Donor for interview coordination. Application deadline is January 15th.  Please note the name of the name of the award to enter on the application.  

PTI Transformers has established three $2,500 awards for students in the following programs: Business Administration (Accounting and Finance Majors), Mechanical Engineering Technology, and Electrical Engineering Technology (Electronic and Instrumentation & Control Engineering.) Eligible students must be enrolled in the second year of their programs and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Recipients will be selected based on the quality of their required statement, which must outline how PTI Transformers’ Four Pillars for Success—Safety, Quality, Happy Customers, and Making Money—are integrated into their studies, work, or personal life.

PTI Transformers, established in 1989 in Regina, Saskatchewan, has grown from a small maintenance shop into Canada’s largest 100% Canadian-owned transformer manufacturer and a recognized innovator in transformer technology. In 2015, PTI expanded by acquiring CG Power Systems Canada’s Winnipeg operations, broadening its product range to include medium and large power transformers, and repatriating key technology to North America. Offering a comprehensive suite of solutions from distribution transformers to specialized products, PTI serves utility, renewable, and commercial/industrial markets. The company, a Platinum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies since 2008, is committed to providing innovative, sustainable, and customized solutions, fostering long-term customer relationships, and upholding values of safety, integrity, and continuous improvement. The application deadline for all the awards is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Established by the Winnipeg Construction Association, two awards valued at $2500 each will be presented to Construction Management students.  One award is available to a student in each of Year 2 and 3.  Program faculty will select the recipients based on outstanding academic achievement in the program.

This award was established by the Winnipeg Construction Association.  The Young Constructions Leaders of Manitoba are a group of young professionals working in Manitoba's construction industry.  They work to provide their members with education, mentorship and networking as they progress through the early part of their careers.  Students and recent graduates are encouraged to check out a YCLM event and start building their network as they embark on careers in the construction industry.  YCLM is an initiative of the Winnipeg Construction Association.  One award of $3000 is available to a student continuing their studies in the 4th year of the Construction Management program at RRC Polytech.  To be considered for this award, applicants should submit an application accompanied by a statement outlining examples of leadership, contribution to the student experience and/or construction industry involvement.  The deadline for applications is the first Friday in November.  If the applicant has any construction experience and/or affiliation with Winnipeg Construction Association members, that information should be included as well.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional require documents ready to upload.

This award was established by Barry Louis Campbell, who passed away in May 2020. The mission of the award is to celebrate young individuals who devote their passion to skilled trades. Barry was a hard-working man who had a successful career and a sincere interest in motorcycles and photography. An award valued at a minimum of $1000 will be presented to a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (Pre-Employment) student, for each intake of the program (August and January). Recipients will be selected by faculty based on academic achievement, class participation, and practical skills.

Canerector Foundation Awards have been established to provide financial assistance to students embarking on and throughout their academic journey in designated Trades programs.  Eligible programs include:

Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons/refugees and show a commitment to mentorship and volunteerism.  Financial need may also be considered during the selection process.  If applicable, the financial section of the application should be completed.

The Canerector Foundation Awards, valued at a minimum of $2000 each, will be disbursed in two payments:  the first disbursement will be released upon selection of the recipients; the second disbursement will be released upon successful completion of the program, with a minimum 3.00 GPA, as well as verification that mentorship and volunteerism commitments have been fulfilled.

Volunteer opportunities include GETT Camps (supported by the Canerector Foundation), RBC Collisions Trades Kickoff Event, Gene Haas Manufacturing Bootcamps, Jill of all Trades Event, Manitoba Skills Competition. Other options include participating in workshops, seminars and panel discussions, or attending networking events that facilitate connections with professionals, alumni and potential mentors.  Mentorship will include work-integrated learning or trade related work experience during which students will connect with experienced professionals in their respective trades.

Award recipients will be required to submit a short statement explaining how this mentorship opportunity benefitted them personally, as well as an outline of their volunteer activities before the second disbursement will be released. 

Students interested in being considered for a Canerector Foundation Award should submit an application (including the financial section, if applicable), accompanied by a statement outlining their intention to take full advantage of the mentorship and volunteer opportunities available during their studies, as well as how the award will support their academic journey.  Application deadline is September 30^th.  For (five-month) programs commencing in the winter term, the application deadline is February 28^th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

A $1000 award has been established by faculty, family, and friends in memory of Dermot "John" Rooney, a devoted instructor at RRC.  John took tremendous pride in instructing Electrical Apprentices for more than 15 years. He was very well respected within our College community and had an incredible impact on so many lives. John was also very active in the community. His charismatic attitude and astonishing patience had an immense effect on Apprenticeship students. John had a passion for teaching and effortlessness in which he engaged students. Recipients for the scholarship will be selected by the program faculty and will have achieved outstanding academic success and share common qualities that John brought to the classroom.

Born in Morden, MB in 1918, Gerald Biehl worked with North American Lumber and Beaver Lumber, and developed a hobby making furniture and cabinets with no formal training.  He encouraged his children to pursue post-secondary education as he felt that he could have done better with more education.  This award was established to help students in the Cabinetry and Woodworking program to fund their education, and to help them build a career in this trade.  One award, valued at a minimum of $650, is available to a full time student, entering the second year of the Cabinetry and Woodworking diploma program.  The successful candidate for this award will be nominated by the faculty and instructor.  During the first school year, the student will have to demonstrate craftsmanship, and will be selected based on the uniqueness and design and planning of the capstone project, as well as teamwork qualities, and attendance.  Preference will be given to students graduated from Nelson McIntyre Collegiate.  The selection will be made in April.

This award was established by Barry Louis Campbell, who passed away in May 2020 to celebrate a lifelong friendship with Graham Besse. An award value at a minimum of $1000 will be presented to an Electrical (Pre-Employment) student, for each intake of the program (August and January). Recipients will be selected by faculty based on academic achievement, class participation, and practical skills.

To keep Jim’s legacy and contribution to his trade alive, the Takacs family have established a $1,000 award that will support a student who has graduated from the Sheet Metal Apprenticeship program and is eligible to write the exam to obtain their Red Seal. After immigrating to Canada in 1957, Jim created a life with his own business but was always willing to help others. There are many HVAC companies that Jim helped start and mentor—highly regarded by wholesalers, competitors, and employees alike. Jim’s successful career can inspire many young professionals who are taking their first steps into the industry. The deserving candidate will have a good academic standing and demonstrate leadership qualities, teamwork, and entrepreneurial spirit. The program faculty will select the recipient of this award based on those qualities.

This award was created by his family, in memory of Karel Van Helden, a former instructor for the Power Engineering Fourth Class courses in the School of Continuing Education at Red River College. One award valued at $700 will be available annually.  Eligible applicants will be enrolled in one of the following programs/courses: Power Engineering Fourth Class Part A course within the School of Continuing Education, or the Power Engineering Technology diploma program at RRC Polytech.  The award is intended to assist the recipient with the cost of their studies and, as such, will be applied as a payment to the course/program fees for the academic year.  If payment has already been made, the award recipient(s) will be reimbursed an amount equal to the award amount. Students interested in being considered for this award should submit an application form accompanied by a letter, in which they describe how receiving this award will make a difference to them.  Selection will be based on financial need and evidence of a strong work ethic; a recommendation letter from an instructor, focused on work ethic in the classroom, should also accompany this application.  Although preference will be given to students with dependent children, all are encouraged to apply.  Deadline for applications is December 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.

Two $1000 awards are available annually to Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic students.  Department faculty will nominate students using the following criteria: interim grades; attendance; class participation; academic achievement (both theoretical and practical); and leadership.  Consideration will also be given to students' intended career path.  Final selection of recipients will be made by the Manitoba Trucking Association. 

The Price Family established 3 entrance awards of minimum $1,500 for students entering the Manufacturing CAD program as full time students. Recipient selection will be made faculty, with consideration given to interim academic achievement (mid-term), leadership qualities, class participation, and attendance.

Awards will be presented annually to celebrate an activist, community leader, and successful businessman Raj Kulathungam.  The award will support promising craftsman graduating from the Welding and Electrical programs at Red River College Polytechnic. Raj believes that “welding is a talent, but it’s much more than that when you do it well”. The recipients of these awards will be selected by the faculty and will have displayed creativity in welding or electrical projects, leadership skills and helpfulness to others, as well as showing high potential for a career in the industry.  The Welding awards are valued at $1000 each and the Electrical awards are valued at $530.

The Ted M. Konyk Bursary, founding partner Dynamic Machine Corp., is available to assist RRC Polytech students completing the CNC Machinist Technician (certificate) program and continuing into the CNC Machining and Advanced Technology (diploma) program. Three bursaries (maximum value is $2250 each) are available annually.  Selection will be based on financial need and satisfactory academic progress; applicants will have achieved a minimum 3.00 GPA.  Preference will be given to students from northern Manitoba (including Creighton, SK). The bursary funds will be disbursed in two parts; half will be awarded at the time of selection (end of CNC Machinist Technician program); the remainder will be awarded as a payment to fees for the CNC Machinist and Advanced Technology program, once the enrolment is completed.  A letter introducing the candidate and indicating how he/she sees training fitting into future career plans must accompany the application. Deadline for applications is March 31st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form and have additional required documents ready to upload.