Awards and Scholarships
A complete list of scholarships, bursaries and awards can be found at catalogue.rrc.ca/AvailableAwards
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Continuing Education Student Growth Award
Continuing Education Student Growth Award
An award valued at $500 has been established by RRC Polytech Continuing Education staff members and is available to any part time continuing education student with demonstrated financial need. The eligible candidate should submit a general application form, along with a short statement outlining how this award will make a difference. The award will be applied to the cost of an upcoming Continuing Education course. The application deadline is November 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
An award valued at $500 has been established by RRC Polytech Continuing Education staff members and is available to any part time continuing education student with demonstrated financial need. The eligible candidate should submit a general application form, along with a short statement outlining how this award will make a difference. The award will be applied to the cost of an upcoming Continuing Education course. The application deadline is November 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) Award
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) Award
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards |
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.
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
Emergency Loans and Bursaries
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs) |
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.
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.
Gervin Alexander Dobbin Memorial Award
Gervin Alexander Dobbin Memorial Award
A $1000 award has been established to honour the memory of former Red River College Evening Program Supervisor, Gervin Alexander Dobbin. The award is available annually and is presented during the fall term to a part-time evening/Saturday program student who is a single parent with a financial need and who is currently registered in a Continuing Education program at RRC Polytech. Application deadline is October 1st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.
A $1000 award has been established to honour the memory of former Red River College Evening Program Supervisor, Gervin Alexander Dobbin. The award is available annually and is presented during the fall term to a part-time evening/Saturday program student who is a single parent with a financial need and who is currently registered in a Continuing Education program at RRC Polytech. Application deadline is October 1st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.
Louis Riel Bursary
Louis Riel Bursary
Through funding provided by the Manitoba
Metis Federation (MMF) and matched by the Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary
Initiative (MSBI), bursaries, valued a minimum of $1000, are available to
eligible Metis students attending a certificate, diploma or degree program
(excluding Apprenticeship and upgrading programs) at Red River
College Polytechnic, who are maintaining satisfactory academic progress in their
program. There are two applications that must be submitted: 1. the Louis Riel Bursary online application is available from Louis Riel Institute; 2. the General RRC Polytech Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships (link above) should be completed and submitted online. Only applicants who have submitted both
applications by the application date will be eligible for consideration. Selection will be based on
financial need (those receiving other funding, including MMF funding are still
eligible to apply). Applications will be accepted from August 1st to
September 15th each year. Applicants must be attending their program at
the time of the application deadline. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.
Through funding provided by the Manitoba
Metis Federation (MMF) and matched by the Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary
Initiative (MSBI), bursaries, valued a minimum of $1000, are available to
eligible Metis students attending a certificate, diploma or degree program
(excluding Apprenticeship and upgrading programs) at Red River
College Polytechnic, who are maintaining satisfactory academic progress in their
program. There are two applications that must be submitted: 1. the Louis Riel Bursary online application is available from Louis Riel Institute; 2. the General RRC Polytech Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships (link above) should be completed and submitted online. Only applicants who have submitted both
applications by the application date will be eligible for consideration. Selection will be based on
financial need (those receiving other funding, including MMF funding are still
eligible to apply). Applications will be accepted from August 1st to
September 15th each year. Applicants must be attending their program at
the time of the application deadline. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.
Manitoba Hydro Bursaries
Manitoba Hydro Bursaries
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs), Indigenous Student Awards, Students with Disabilities Awards |
Manitoba Hydro offers a number of awards, bursaries and scholarships to Red River College students who are of Indigenous ancestry or members of employment equity designated groups (women, Indigenous people, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities). A complete list including eligibility criteria, deadline dates, and application forms are available from their website
https://www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/students/award_scholarship_bursary/ . Manitoba Hydro reviews all applications and selects the recipients. Those selected are generally notified by early December. Completed application forms should be submitted directly to Manitoba Hydro by the indicated deadline date (October 1 in most cases).
Manitoba Hydro offers a number of awards, bursaries and scholarships to Red River College students who are of Indigenous ancestry or members of employment equity designated groups (women, Indigenous people, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities). A complete list including eligibility criteria, deadline dates, and application forms are available from their website
https://www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/students/award_scholarship_bursary/ . Manitoba Hydro reviews all applications and selects the recipients. Those selected are generally notified by early December. Completed application forms should be submitted directly to Manitoba Hydro by the indicated deadline date (October 1 in most cases).
Mary Guilbault Metis Award
Mary Guilbault Metis Award
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs), Indigenous Student Awards |
This award is available to Red River Metis students across Manitoba who excel in academics and show a strong connection to their Metis community. Post-secondary students who have been a resident of Manitoba for the last 12 months may qualify for the Mary Guilbault Metis Award, administered by the Louis Riel Institute. For further information and to apply, visit
Louis Riel Institute
(smapply.io). Application deadline is October 1st.
This award is available to Red River Metis students across Manitoba who excel in academics and show a strong connection to their Metis community. Post-secondary students who have been a resident of Manitoba for the last 12 months may qualify for the Mary Guilbault Metis Award, administered by the Louis Riel Institute. For further information and to apply, visit
Louis Riel Institute
(smapply.io). Application deadline is October 1st.
Red River College Polytechnic Gold Medals
Red River College Polytechnic Gold Medals
| Application Type: | Automatic Selection |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs) |
The Red River College Polytechnic Gold Medals recognize students graduating from diploma or degree programs of two academic years or longer (excluding Apprenticeship programs). Recipients are those who attain the highest cumulative grade point average at or above 3.80. The gold medal will be engraved with the recipient’s name, program of study and year and presented at the College's Convocation ceremony. Gold medals for programs which graduate students only between June and September will be presented at the Fall Convocation ceremonies.
The Red River College Polytechnic Gold Medals recognize students graduating from diploma or degree programs of two academic years or longer (excluding Apprenticeship programs). Recipients are those who attain the highest cumulative grade point average at or above 3.80. The gold medal will be engraved with the recipient’s name, program of study and year and presented at the College's Convocation ceremony. Gold medals for programs which graduate students only between June and September will be presented at the Fall Convocation ceremonies.
Richard (Asher) Webb Social Justice Activist Memorial Award
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. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents
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. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents
RRC Polytech Adult Learning Centre Bursaries
RRC Polytech Adult Learning Centre Bursaries
Two bursaries valued at $750 each are available to students who have attended a minimum of four courses, achieved a minimum 75% average in their final term and graduated from an RRC Polytech Adult Learning Centre, who are continuing their education at RRC Polytech. The bursaries are intended to assist with program fees for a certificate, diploma or degree program at the College and, as such, will be applied directly to those fees. Students, whose fees are being covered by a sponsoring agency, will be eligible to receive the bursary to assist with other related costs. Selection will be based on academic achievement and financial need. Deadline for applications is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.
Two bursaries valued at $750 each are available to students who have attended a minimum of four courses, achieved a minimum 75% average in their final term and graduated from an RRC Polytech Adult Learning Centre, who are continuing their education at RRC Polytech. The bursaries are intended to assist with program fees for a certificate, diploma or degree program at the College and, as such, will be applied directly to those fees. Students, whose fees are being covered by a sponsoring agency, will be eligible to receive the bursary to assist with other related costs. Selection will be based on academic achievement and financial need. Deadline for applications is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.
RRC Polytech Students' Association Chad Hildebrand Memorial Award
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. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents
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. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents
RRC Polytech Students' Association Community Involvement Recognition Award
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. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
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. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship
Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship
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, 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. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
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, 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. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
Student Accessibility Services Award
Student Accessibility Services Award
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs), Students with Disabilities Awards, Financial Need Awards |
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.
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.
Student Accessibility Services Crisis Bursary
Student Accessibility Services Crisis Bursary
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards |
Bursaries are available annually to assist students who are clients of Student Accessibility 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 the student's Accessibility Specialist or Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (when applicable).
Bursaries are available annually to assist students who are clients of Student Accessibility 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 the student's Accessibility Specialist or Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (when applicable).
Student Counselling Services Award
Student Counselling Services Award
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs) |
One award, valued at $1500 is available annually to assist a student who is a client of Student Counselling Services who is experiencing a complex situation, and where issues resulting from this situation may place the student at academic risk. The student must be eligible to continue in their program. Students may apply by speaking with a counsellor in Student Counselling Services. The application must include a letter of support from the counsellor the student is working with, and an essay or summary from the student describing their situation/need. Submit the application to the Manager, Student Counselling Services. Deadline for applications is December 5th.
One award, valued at $1500 is available annually to assist a student who is a client of Student Counselling Services who is experiencing a complex situation, and where issues resulting from this situation may place the student at academic risk. The student must be eligible to continue in their program. Students may apply by speaking with a counsellor in Student Counselling Services. The application must include a letter of support from the counsellor the student is working with, and an essay or summary from the student describing their situation/need. Submit the application to the Manager, Student Counselling Services. Deadline for applications is December 5th.
Student Counselling Services Crisis Bursaries
Student Counselling Services Crisis Bursaries
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards |
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.
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.
UFCW Local 832 Annual Scholarship Award
UFCW Local 832 Annual Scholarship Award
| Application Type: | Specific Application |
| Categories: | Entrance Awards |
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.
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.
