Awards and Scholarships
A complete list of awards, bursaries, and scholarships can be found at catalogue.rrc.ca/AvailableAwards
Entrance Awards
Business Council of Manitoba Indigenous Education Awards
Specific Application
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 May31st.
Please contact us with any questions: bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca or (204) 942-3637.
CUPE Local 998 - Manitoba Hydro Joint Bursary
This bursary, established to commemorate the local's 40th anniversary as a chartered union, is intended to promote and support higher education for members and their families. A bursary valued at $600 is available annually to a full-time student at Red River College. A letter confirming CUPE 998 affiliation, including member name and employee number, must accompany the application. Selection will be based on financial need. Application deadline is July 31.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .For further details, please contact CUPE Local 998 at
204-415-5114.
Dave Orton Award
Established by his family and friends in memory of Dave Orton, a 1979 Red River College graduate of Electrical Engineering Technology. Two $2000 awards are available to students enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Applicants will have graduated from Murdoch MacKay Collegiate or Transcona Collegiate, preference will be given to graduates of Transcona Collegiate. The successful recipients will have displayed the same qualities and standards exhibited by Dave Orton; family-oriented, community-minded and involved in sports. Those interested in being considered should submit an application form accompanied by a one-page essay describing how you display the qualities noted above. At least one letter of reference should also be submitted. Deadline for applications is December 1.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited Entrance Award
A $4000 entrance award is available annually to full-time domestic student entering a diploma program at Red River College. Eligible applicants will have graduated from high school not more than 18 months prior to the beginning of the RRC program with an average of at least 75% in their graduating year. Selection will be based primarily on financial need but consideration may also be given to commitment in community or other extracurricular activities. The recipient may also be eligible to have their award renewed for an additional year of full-time studies in the same program, if he/she continues to demonstrate financial need, has maintained full-time enrolment, and achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 in the previous year. Deadline for applications is July 31.
Fausto Yadao Award
Established by Mr. Fausto Yadao, a former Dean of Student Affairs at Red River College, to encourage and assist young adults from the Filipino community to access educational opportunities at Red River College. Two awards valued at $500 each are available annually to applicants from the Filipino community who are accepted into full-time diploma, certificate or degree programs. Selection will be based on an essay submission not to exceed 1000 words describing their career plans and objectives as well as their involvement in community service. The application, accompanied by the required essay should be submitted by the application deadline of August 31.
Manitoba Schools Science Symposium (MSSS) Entrance Scholarships
Automatic Selection
A $1500 tuition scholarship is available to a participant of the Manitoba Schools' Science Symposium planning to attend a regular full-time program at Red River College. Selection will be made by the Symposium Committee.
Partners in Education Scholarships
Automatic Selection
Red River College has entered into agreements with some Manitoba High Schools/School Divisions to provide Partners in Education Scholarships for their graduating students who are continuing their education in a full-time program at the College. The scholarships are valued at a maximum of $1000. For more information, contact your high school.
Red River College Entrance Scholarships
Automatic Selection
Entrance Scholarships valued at $1000 each, processed as payments to recipients' program fees, are available for applicants to regular full-time programs at Red River College who graduated from a Manitoba high school within the past five years. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and residents of Manitoba. Entrance scholarships are not available to those who have had previous full-time post-secondary enrolments. A student may only hold one entrance scholarship awarded by RRC. Selection will be based on high school average, calculated on four 40S courses. Highest grade attained in an English and Mathematics course, as well as two additional 40S academic courses (highest grade) from the following list: Biology; Chemistry; Computer Science; Economics; French; Geography; Global Issues; History; Law or Physics. Recipients will be determined automatically, based on final Grade 12 grades recorded on applicants' records. Selection will occur after the deadline for submission of final Grade 12 transcripts, at the start of the fall and winter terms. These scholarships are funded by the Red River College Scholarship and Bursary Endowment (including funding from the Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary Initiative). Additional scholarships, awarded to those students entering these specific programs are funded by the Business Administration, Accounting and Computer Education and School of Business and Applied Arts Student Scholarship Endowments.
RRC Employees' Dependent Award
Specific Application
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 Red River College, 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 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 Red River College, and specifically their program, for their post-secondary education, as well as their career goals. The application form is available at https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/awards/ (scroll to the bottom of this webpage for “supplemental forms”). Completed applications
should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca
by the deadline date of September 30.
RRC Polytech Students' Association Entrance Scholarship for Rural Students
A $1000 scholarship shall be awarded annually to a student originating from any small community outside of Winnipeg, 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. The application deadline is August 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to financialaid@rrc.ca .
St. James Collegiate (SJCI) 50th Anniversary Alumni Reunion Legacy Award
Automatic Selection
Two awards consisting of a tuition credit (amount to be determined annually) are available annually to students graduating from SJCI and entering a regular full-time program at Red River College. Criteria for both awards will include school involvement and spirit demonstrated through participation in student groups, volunteer activities, student government, athletics, music or the arts. One award will be presented to a student who has demonstrated particular aptitude in one or both humanities and social science courses in high school. The other award will be presented to a student who has demonstrated particular aptitude in mathematics, science and technology courses in high school. The awards will be presented annually in June at SJCI Convocation with the recipients’ tuition account at Red River College being credited in September.
UFCW Local 832 Annual Scholarship Award
Specific Application
Scholarships are available for those who are UFCW members employed by companies that contribute to the Education and Training Trust Fund. Students enrolling in both full-time and part-time studies are eligible. Application deadline is June 1. For further information, contact the UFCW Training Centre.
Westland Foundation Education Scholarships
Specific Application
Scholarships are available to students who are entering full-time programs at Red River College within 30 months of graduating from one of the high schools in the Westland Foundation's catchment area; Argyle Alternative High School, Children of the Earth High School, Daniel McIntyre Collegiate Institute, Gordon Bell High School, R.B. Russell Vocational School, St. John's High School, Sisler High School and Tec Voc High School. The value of each student's scholarship will be determined by the number of 70% or higher marks, earned by the student during grades 7 through 12 (in a school within the Westland Foundation catchment area). The scholarship is available to students for up to 30 months from the date of their Grade 12 graduation. Please visit the Westland Foundation website at
https://westlandfoundation.ca/scholarship/application/ for further information about the Foundation, as well as the application form. Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Application deadline is July 31.
Youth in Care Bursaries
Specific Application
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 Youth Employment Services website https://www.futuresforward.ca/tuition-waiver-application-forms .
General Awards
Assistive Technology Award
Specific Application
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.
Bob and Jessie Ritch Bursary
This bursary was created by Bob Ritch, in memory of his late wife. A $1000 bursary is available annually to assist a full-time student enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Selection will be based on satisfactory academic progress and financial need. Application deadline is January 15. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Brenda J. and Roger L. Kennedy Award
An award, valued at
$2500 is available to a full-time first-year Red River College 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:
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Be a Canadian citizen, and Manitoba high school graduate
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Have achieved a minimum 2.5 GPA or 65% or C+ average
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Have demonstrated financial need
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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. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
Business Council of Manitoba Indigenous Education Awards
Specific Application
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 May31st.
Please contact us with any questions: bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca or (204) 942-3637.
Cindy Petrowski and Phillip Marsh Helping Hands Bursary
This bursary created by Cindy Petrowski and Phillip Marsh to support a First Nations or Metis student in their academic aspirations and help with the financial burden. One bursary valued at a minimum $500 is available to a full-time student attending any program at Red River College. Application deadline is January 15.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
CUPE Local 998 - Manitoba Hydro Joint Bursary
This bursary, established to commemorate the local's 40th anniversary as a chartered union, is intended to promote and support higher education for members and their families. A bursary valued at $600 is available annually to a full-time student at Red River College. A letter confirming CUPE 998 affiliation, including member name and employee number, must accompany the application. Selection will be based on financial need. Application deadline is July 31.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .For further details, please contact CUPE Local 998 at
204-415-5114.
Dave Orton Award
Established by his family and friends in memory of Dave Orton, a 1979 Red River College graduate of Electrical Engineering Technology. Two $2000 awards are available to students enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Applicants will have graduated from Murdoch MacKay Collegiate or Transcona Collegiate, preference will be given to graduates of Transcona Collegiate. The successful recipients will have displayed the same qualities and standards exhibited by Dave Orton; family-oriented, community-minded and involved in sports. Those interested in being considered should submit an application form accompanied by a one-page essay describing how you display the qualities noted above. At least one letter of reference should also be submitted. Deadline for applications is December 1.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
David and Barbara Schroeder Award
This award was established by Sophia Schroeder, to distinguish her parents, David and Barbara, who made Canada their home, worked hard to raise a family and emphasized the importance of education. A $750 award is available to full-time domestic students at Red River College who have dependent children and are facing financial barriers to achieve their educational dreams. Eligible applicants will have been born outside of Canada and since made Canada their permanent home. Applicants must have completed at least one academic term, and achieved a minimum 2.50 GPA to be considered for the award. Those interested in being considered should complete a general application, including financial information, and attach a document that indicates the country of origin. The application deadline is January 15.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) Award
Specific Application
Two awards, valued at $500 each are available annually to assist students who are registered with DHHS and are experiencing a financial hardship or a complex situation that may place them at academic risk. Students must be eligible to continue in their program and demonstrate efforts in academic progress. To apply, students must contact the DHHS manager and include an essay or summary describing the situation and/or need for financial support. Deadline for applications is October 15th for fall term and February 15th for winter term.
Emergency Loans and Bursaries
Specific Application
Assistance is available for full-time students experiencing temporary financial difficulties that may prevent them from continuing their studies. Inquiries should be directed to the Student Service Centre. Funds available for this purpose are may also be provided from the following sources made available through The Winnipeg Foundation: A.J.S. (John) Taunton Fund and Ida Mary Trotter Fund, available to Indigenous students; Myrta & Bruce Moorhead Memorial Fund, Katherine Bender Bursary and Press Radio Fund, available to any student.
Enterprising Women Award
An award of $2500 is available annually to a female student enrolled full-time in a diploma or degree program. Applicants should have completed at least one year of their program and be entering their final year of the program. Selection will be based on financial need and satisfactory academic progress. Some consideration may also be given to community service. Applications should be submitted to the Student Service Centre, accompanied by a one-page letter telling about yourself, your career goals and plans for the future. Please include any community service you have done, if applicable. Deadline for applications is July 31.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
Gallivan Student Health and Wellness Award for International Students
Automatic Selection
This $1000 bursary has been established by Gallivan Student Health & Wellness to support international students who need financial support during their studies at RRC. Gallivan was established in 1996, the only true Buying Group of student benefits in Canada. The company is innovation-focused and community-minded. In the most unsettling times, Gallivan has partnered with RRC to help international students study away from home and become an integral part of the Canadian educational system. Bursary recipients will be selected from applications received for other existing bursaries, available to students in all full-time programs.
Hannah (Nancy) Boon Bursary
Through The Winnipeg Foundation, bursaries of $500 will be awarded to Indigenous students enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Selection will be based on satisfactory academic progress and financial need. Applicants for this bursary may also be considered for the Indigenous Student Bursary from Red River College. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca and will be accepted from December 15 to January 15.
Lieutenant Governor’s Medals For Proficiency
Specific Application
A maximum of four Lieutenant Governor’s Medals will be awarded annually to full-time students at Red River College who, in the opinion of the selection committee, combine, to the greatest extent: a) academic and technical achievement, b) involvement in College and/or community activities, c) good character. Students who meet the minimum academic requirement will be sent an information package outlining the required documentation for selection consideration, prior to the winter and spring convocation ceremonies each year.
Owen Desnoyers Memorial Award
This award was established by family and friends in memory of Owen Desnoyers, who was the Executive Director of the RRC Student's Association for a number of years. A minimum two awards valued at $1000 each will be available annually to students enrolled in the final year of a diploma, certificate or degree program at Red River College. Eligible applicants will have attained a minimum GPA of 3.00; have been involved in the College community and contributed to student life at the College. To be considered, students should submit an application form, accompanied by a one-page essay describing how they meet the criteria for this bursary as indicated. Fall term application deadline is December 1, and winter term application deadline is March 1. Completed applications should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca . Students are welcome to apply for each deadline, but must submit a new (updated) application and essay.
Red River College Heritage Group Award
A minimum of three awards valued at a minimum of $500 each are available annually to domestic students who are enrolled in a regular day program leading to a certificate, diploma or joint college/university degree. To be eligible, applicants must have completed one term. Criteria include satisfactory academic progress and demonstrated financial need. A one-page letter must accompany a fully completed application. The letter should briefly outline your financial circumstances and, should indicate how this award will make a difference. Applications should be submitted to the Student Service Centre by the deadline date of January 15.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
Richard (Asher) Webb Social Justice Activist Memorial Award
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 .
RRC Bridging Bursaries
Forty bursaries valued at $1000 each are available annually to full-time students who are continuing into the subsequent year of a multi-year, regular full-time program at Red River College, who have successfully completed the previous year. Selection criteria will include academic progress and financial need. Recipients of this bursary will not be eligible to also receive an RRC Single-parent Student and/or Parent Student bursary or an RRC Mature Student Bursary, for the same academic year, therefore one application can be submitted for all of these bursaries (indicate two or three bursary names on one application form, depending on eligibility). Applications should be submitted to the Student Service Centre. Deadline for applications is October 15th for fall and spring start programs and February 15th for winter start programs (applications for the February deadline will only be accepted from students who were not attending classes as a full-time student in the fall term, or whose classes for the current academic year did not commence until after the October 15th deadline, regardless of when they initially commenced their studies). Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Employees' Dependent Award
Specific Application
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 Red River College, 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 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 Red River College, and specifically their program, for their post-secondary education, as well as their career goals. The application form is available at https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/awards/ (scroll to the bottom of this webpage for “supplemental forms”). Completed applications
should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca
by the deadline date of September 30.
RRC Mature Student Bursaries
Forty bursaries valued at $1000 each are available to full-time students who are enrolled in a regular full-time certificate, diploma or degree programs at Red River College. These bursaries are intended for students who have not been a regular full-time high school student for a period of five or more years prior to enrolling in their current program. The selection will be based on financial need. Recipients of this bursary will not be eligible to also receive an RRC Single-parent Student and/or Parent Student bursary or an RRC Bridging Bursary, for the same academic year, therefore one application can be submitted for all of these bursaries (indicate two or three bursary names on one application form, depending on eligibility). Applications should be submitted to the Student Service Centre. Deadline for applications is October 15th for fall and spring start programs and February 15th for winter start programs (applications for the February deadline will only be accepted from students who were not attending classes as a full-time student in the fall term, or whose classes for the current academic year did not commence until after the October 15th deadline, regardless of when they initially commenced their studies). Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Accessibility Student Bursary
A bursary of $1,000 shall be awarded to a full-time Red River College Polytechnic student with a documented disability who is able to demonstrate financial need. As part of the application, the student must provide confirmation of a disability by obtaining a letter from either: a) their Accessibility Specialist/Manager (if registered with RRC Polytech's Student Accessibility Services or Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services) or b) their family doctor. Note: the confirmation letter does not have to include details of your disability, including a diagnosis. The application deadline is October 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Chad Hildebrand Memorial Award
Chad, a BA student, was a member of the Student Advisory Board (SAB) during the 1998-99 school year. He died in March of 2000 as a result of a hockey accident. The 1999-2000 SAB agreed to dedicate the Students’ Association Scholarship fund’s first award in Chad’s memory. One $1,000 award shall be presented to a Red River College Polytechnic student, who is a current Student Association Board member, exhibits leadership qualities and is actively involved in the college and/or community. Applicants must submit a one page statement describing their involvement in the college and/ or community. The application deadline is February 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Community Involvement Recognition Award
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. Completed applications should be forwarded to financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Go Green Machine Award
One scholarship of $1,000 shall be awarded annually to a student enrolled full-time in any Red River College Polytechnic program, who shows their environmental/sustainable green thumb to the committee. The application deadline is October 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Indigenous Student Award
One scholarship of $1000 shall be awarded annually to an Indigenous student enrolled in any full-time program, who can demonstrate satisfactory academic progress and financial need, and is actively involved in the college and/or community. Applicants must be self-identified as Indigenous in their Red River College Polytechnic student record. Applicants must submit along with their application form, a one-page outline with a specific focus on their college/community involvement. The application deadline is October 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association International Student Scholarship
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). Completed applications should be forwarded to financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Regional Campus Scholarship
A $1000 scholarship will be awarded annually to a full-time Red River College Polytechnic student attending a regional campus (Portage, Steinbach, Winker, Interlake and Peguis-Fisher River ). The scholarship will be presented to the student who attains the highest GPA after the first term. Applicants must have completed their first term to be considered. A first-term grade report should accompany the application. The application deadline is February 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Polytech Students' Association Single Parent Bursary
Two bursaries of $1000 each shall be awarded annually to two full-time Red River College Polytechnic students who are single parents with demonstrated financial need. The application deadline is October 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
RRC Single-parent Student and/or Parent Student Bursaries
Forty bursaries valued at $1000 each are available to full-time students who are enrolled in a regular full-time certificate, diploma or degree programs at Red River College. Preference will be given to single-parent students for ten bursaries and to parent students for ten bursaries. The selection will be based on financial need. Recipients of this bursary will not be eligible to also receive an RRC Mature Student Bursary or an RRC Bridging Bursary, for the same academic year, therefore one application can be submitted for all of these bursaries (indicate two or three bursary names on one application form, depending on eligibility). Applications should be submitted to the Student Service Centre. Deadline for applications is October 15th for fall and spring start programs and February 15th for winter start programs (applications for the February deadline will only be accepted from students who were not attending classes as a full-time student in the fall term, or whose classes for the current academic year did not commence until after the October 15th deadline, regardless of when they initially commenced their studies). Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Sibyl McKay Inkster Bursary
Through The Winnipeg Foundation, two bursaries of $450 will be awarded to female Metis students enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Selection will be based on satisfactory academic progress and financial need. Applicants for this bursary may also be considered for the Indigenous Student Bursary from Red River College. Application forms should be submitted to the Student Service Centre and will be accepted from December 15 to January 15. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Student Accessibility Services Award
Specific Application
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 5.
Student Counselling Services Crisis Bursaries
Specific Application
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.
Verna and Stanley Mckay, Sr. Educational Bursary for First Nations Students
One $1000 bursary is available annually to a full-time, first-year Indigenous student who has been denied Band funding for their post-secondary studies at the College. Those interested in being considered should submit a completed application, accompanied by a letter from their Band stating that they have been denied funding, as well as a short statement (paragraph) outlining their involvement in the Indigenous community. Selection will be based on financial need and community involvement. Applicants for this bursary will also be considered for the Indigenous Student Bursary from Red River College. Application deadline is January 15. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Indigenous Student Awards
Business Council of Manitoba Indigenous Education Awards
Specific Application
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 May31st.
Please contact us with any questions: bcmawards@businesscouncil.mb.ca or (204) 942-3637.
Cindy Petrowski and Phillip Marsh Helping Hands Bursary
This bursary created by Cindy Petrowski and Phillip Marsh to support a First Nations or Metis student in their academic aspirations and help with the financial burden. One bursary valued at a minimum $500 is available to a full-time student attending any program at Red River College. Application deadline is January 15.
Completed application forms should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca .
Gil Purcell Memorial Journalism Scholarship
Specific Application
One award of $4000 is available to an Indigenous student who is studying journalism at a Canadian university or college. For more information please visit
www.cp.org or contact Mariam Merasty, Financial Aid Officer, Room F210 and 632-2186. Deadline for applications is November 15.
Hannah (Nancy) Boon Bursary
Through The Winnipeg Foundation, bursaries of $500 will be awarded to Indigenous students enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Selection will be based on satisfactory academic progress and financial need. Applicants for this bursary may also be considered for the Indigenous Student Bursary from Red River College. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca and will be accepted from December 15 to January 15.
Indspire Post-Secondary Education Bursary Award
Specific Application
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.
RRC Polytech Students' Association Indigenous Student Award
One scholarship of $1000 shall be awarded annually to an Indigenous student enrolled in any full-time program, who can demonstrate satisfactory academic progress and financial need, and is actively involved in the college and/or community. Applicants must be self-identified as Indigenous in their Red River College Polytechnic student record. Applicants must submit along with their application form, a one-page outline with a specific focus on their college/community involvement. The application deadline is October 15th. Completed applications should be forwarded to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Sibyl McKay Inkster Bursary
Through The Winnipeg Foundation, two bursaries of $450 will be awarded to female Metis students enrolled in regular full-time programs at Red River College. Selection will be based on satisfactory academic progress and financial need. Applicants for this bursary may also be considered for the Indigenous Student Bursary from Red River College. Application forms should be submitted to the Student Service Centre and will be accepted from December 15 to January 15. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Verna and Stanley Mckay, Sr. Educational Bursary for First Nations Students
One $1000 bursary is available annually to a full-time, first-year Indigenous student who has been denied Band funding for their post-secondary studies at the College. Those interested in being considered should submit a completed application, accompanied by a letter from their Band stating that they have been denied funding, as well as a short statement (paragraph) outlining their involvement in the Indigenous community. Selection will be based on financial need and community involvement. Applicants for this bursary will also be considered for the Indigenous Student Bursary from Red River College. Application deadline is January 15. Completed application forms should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca .
Business
Canada Life Awards
$2000 awards are available annually to students who will be entering their final year of the following programs: Business Administration, Business Information Technology, IT Operations or Creative Communications. Students will apply prior to the end of their first year of studies. Criteria include financial need and a strong academic record (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00), as well as volunteerism/community involvement. An essay or letter outlining volunteerism/community involvement must accompany the application form. Awards will be paid to program fees for the upcoming year. Students who are funded for their program fees by a third party agency will not be eligible to receive the award. Application deadline is March 15. Completed applications should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca.
Creative Arts
Advertising Association of Winnipeg Award
Automatic Selection
Created by the Advertising Association of Winnipeg, two $375 awards will be available annually. One will be presented to a first-year Creative Communications student pursuing a major in Advertising in 2nd year, and the other will be presented to a second-year Graphic Design student pursuing a Communication Design diploma. The selected students must have a minimum GPA of 3.5, have positive attitudes, show leadership, and support fellow classmates.
Asper Media Studies Award
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. 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. Completed applications should be submitted by email to financialaid@rrc.ca.
Bill Coward Memorial Award for Media Production Major Student
Automatic Selection
This award was established by family and friends of Bill Coward, who enjoyed a lifetime career in telecommunications. During his career, Bill became a mentor for many students at Red River College and helped them to become professionals in Media Production. This $1000 award is available to a Creative Communications student, in the final year of their studies, who is majoring in Media Production. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated determination, work ethic and dedication to the field. Preference may be given to someone who shows an interest in sports production. The selection will be made by the faculty selection committee
Bob Brandson Student Award
Automatic Selection
Established in honour of the retirement of Bob Brandson, Writing Supervisor for 24 years, at CHUM Radio. Bob was a graduate of the Creative Communications program at RRC, and made an immeasurable contribution to radio. A $1000 award will be presented annually to a first-year Creative Communications student who has chosen advertising as their major. The award will be paid to the recipient's second-year tuition. The recipient will have demonstrated raw talent for radio, creativity, willingness to assist fellow students, and the ability to lead by example.
Canada Life Awards
$2000 awards are available annually to students who will be entering their final year of the following programs: Business Administration, Business Information Technology, IT Operations or Creative Communications. Students will apply prior to the end of their first year of studies. Criteria include financial need and a strong academic record (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00), as well as volunteerism/community involvement. An essay or letter outlining volunteerism/community involvement must accompany the application form. Awards will be paid to program fees for the upcoming year. Students who are funded for their program fees by a third party agency will not be eligible to receive the award. Application deadline is March 15. Completed applications should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca.
Canadian Public Relations Society - Manitoba Public Relations Scholarship
Automatic Selection
This scholarship is presented annually by the Canadian Public Relations Society - Manitoba to a second-year Creative Communications student who is a CPRS Manitoba student member. The scholarship is awarded to the student with the highest overall academic achievement in PR. The $500 award is made by CPRS Manitoba to recognize the student’s achievement and to assist the winner as they make the transition to a career in public relations.
Dawna Friesen Global News Award for Journalism
Specific 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.
Don Wittman Memorial Award
Specific Application
Two awards (value to be determined by interest earned) of a minimum $2000 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.
Eric and Jack Wells Excellence in Journalism Award
The Eric and Jack Wells Excellence in Journalism Award is named after two nationally recognized journalists who were mentors to scores of young journalists. One award of $2500 is available to a second year Creative Communications student who is majoring in journalism. The award is based on commitment to journalism, excellence, and volunteerism. Interested students should submit an application to the Journalism instructor. The application should be accompanied by:
• a summary document written about Eric and Jack Wells, and what they meant to the craft of journalism in Winnipeg
• a statement of your career plan
• a best work project at the point of submission
• Grade report
Application deadline is March 15. Completed applications should be submitted by
email to jturner@rrc.ca. Recipient selection will be done by faculty and experienced journalists from Wells foundation.
James S. Purvis Bursary Fund
Automatic Selection
A cash award will be presented annually to a first-year Creative Communications student on the basis of outstanding academic achievement.
John Harding Memorial Award
Automatic Selection
John Harding was a Creative Communications instructor who taught and encouraged his students to write well. This award, valued at $500, was established by his family, friends and colleagues to give a promising Creative Communications student facing emotional or financial hardship, an impetus to continue to write well. It is presented annually with selection of the recipient being made by the department’s instructors. Contact the Creative Arts department for further information.
John W. Dafoe Winnipeg Free Press Scholarship
Specific Application
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.
Louise Charette Memorial Award
This award was established in loving memory of Louise Charette, an award-winning CBC journalist. It is available annually to a first-year Creative Communications student. Students who are members of under-represented groups at Red River College, or who face physical, social, economic, cultural or other barriers in their pursuit of education, are encouraged to apply. Applications should be accompanied by a one-page statement describing the barriers they have overcome and their plans for the future. In the selection process, preference will be given to those applicants who have declared their major as Journalism, and/or have graduated from Elmwood High School. This award will be available beginning in the 2023/24 academic year Deadline for applications is March 15. Completed applications should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca.
Manitoba Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association (MSSA) Jack Matheson Award
Specific Application
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.
Murray Lloy Memorial Bursary
Specific Application
Three bursaries of up to $750 each may be presented annually to Creative Communications students on the basis of need. This award was established to honour the memory of Creative Communications graduate and instructor, Murray Lloy. A first-year student should be carrying a full course load and plan to continue into second year. A second-year student should be eligible for graduation at the time application is made. Students should contact the Creative Communications Coordinator for further information.
Roy Hennessy Memorial Scholarship
Automatic Selection
The $1000 Roy Hennessy
Memorial Scholarship has been established by friends and colleagues from Red
Robinson Media to honor the memory of Roy Hennessy. This scholarship recognizes
an outstanding student, specializing in Media Production, in the Creative Communication
program at Red River College Polytechnic. It is a celebration of the legacy of
Roy Hennessy, a legendary Canadian broadcaster who passed away in June 2021 at
the age of 80. Roy was widely recognized for his exceptional talent and professionalism
and received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2005, he was honored with the inaugural
Ontario Association of Broadcasters (OAB) President's Award, which recognizes
individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the broadcasting
industry in Ontario. Roy is fondly remembered in all the markets he worked in,
including Winnipeg. The
scholarship will be awarded annually to a deserving student who demonstrates exceptional
talent, skill, and passion in the field of broadcasting. The successful
candidate will be selected by faculty and must meet the following criteria:
- Enrolled in the Creative
Communication program specializing in Media Production at Red River College
Polytechnic.
- High academic standing and
demonstrated excellence in all assignments related to broadcasting.
- Strong interest and passion for
the broadcasting industry and a desire to pursue a career in the field.
The Roy
Hennessy Memorial Scholarship allows students to showcase their talent and dedication
to the broadcasting industry. It is a fitting tribute to the memory of Roy Hennessy,
a broadcasting pioneer who inspired generations of broadcasters and left a lasting
legacy in the Canadian media landscape.
SAM Advertising Awards for Excellence
Automatic Selection
Two $1000 awards are presented to second-year Graphic Design and Creative Communications students (one in each program) based on attendance, academic progress and attitude.
University Women's Club of Winnipeg Millennium Scholarship
Specific Application
An annual scholarship of $600 will be awarded to a student in the Creative Communications program who: has completed either three years of the joint-degree program (two at the University of Winnipeg and one at Red River College) or two years at any university and one at Red River College; has achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 and; has shown evidence of leadership, outreach and community involvement. The Journalism instructors will initiate the application process and determine the award recipient.
Women in Media Foundation Awards
Two awards of $1000 are available to female students enrolled in the Creative Communications or Digital Media Design programs at Red River College (preference will be given to first-year students, but all are encouraged to apply). Applicants will have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.50 and have a demonstrated financial need. Preference for one award will be to an Indigenous, visible minority, or student with a disability. Applications should be accompanied by a one-page statement outlining the applicant's career aspirations, their experience at Red River College and what the award would mean to them. Deadline for applications is March 15. Completed applications should be submitted by email to
financialaid@rrc.ca.
