Trades Careers
Trades Careers Bursary Student Criteria:
- Completed one of TEPF’s Trades Careers courses
- Currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary (college) or institution in any of the recognized trades, in any province across Canada*
- Submited 250 words on the applicant’s program and trades experience (included in application form)
*Applicants must provide proof of enrollment in their application
The goal of the Trades Careers Apprenticeship Bursary is to remove barriers and empower our Trades Careers learners as they follow their path to becoming a certified journeyperson. This bursary is available to students for each level of apprenticeship education, to a maximum of four bursaries (total of $2000). The $500 bursary can be used to cover essential living expenses, educational needs, and work-related costs such as rent, bills, groceries, gas, books, tools, boots, safety gear, and more – enabling you to fully focus on your apprenticeship education.
Congratulations to our 2021 and 2022 Trades Careers bursary recipients Trey, Andrew, Tanner, and Adale.
Please note that the availability of bursaries may vary each year, and we accept applications from January to December. Keep an eye on this site for updates on bursary allocations.
The Derald Fretts Memorial Bursary
The Derald Fretts Memorial Bursary pays tribute to the immense love, passion, and dedication Derald Fretts bestowed upon students, education, and the Alberta community. In honor of his remarkable impact, this bursary has been established to empower students and elevate their success with an annual award of $500.
Derald’s illustrious 32-year teaching career began at Crescent Heights High School (1973-1991) and continued to shine at Ernest Manning High School (1991-1997). In 1995, he achieved recognition as a Finalist for the esteemed Excellence in Teaching Awards. Derald’s significant contributions extended beyond the classroom as well, culminating in his role as the Coordinator of Corporate Partnerships at the Calgary Board of Education’s downtown office (1997-2005). In 1997, he was honored with the esteemed Mayor’s Excellence Award for for “excellence in the promotion of Partnerships”.
We are very excited to be able to honour Derald’s memory as a well-loved Calgary teacher and continue to support his legacy of inspiring and elevating students’ success. Each year, we will proudly present one deserving individual with the Derald Fretts Memorial Bursary.
Congratulations Cody K. of Calgary who was the recipient of the 2020 Derald Fretts Memorial Bursary.
The Calgary Flames
Ambassadors Bursary
Flames Ambassadors Trades Bursary Student Criteria:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary (college) or institution in any of the recognized trades within a 100km radius of Calgary, AB
- Has one or more dependents
- Submits a 250-paragraph as outlined in the bursary application *Applicants must provide proof of enrollment in their application
The Calgary Flames Ambassadors are a group of approximately 50 business individuals who represent the Calgary Flames in the community and support various fund-raising initiatives for the Calgary Flames Foundation charity.
The group was originally created in 1998 when a handful of passionate fans and business leaders bounded together to help bolster season ticket sales during a particularly challenging stretch for the team, known then as “Save the Flames”. The group evolved and became involved in various Flames initiatives, and the term “Ambassador” was coined in 2002.
Since then, we’ve grown to include business leaders from across Calgary, united by a common passion for the Calgary Flames and a desire to give back to the community through volunteerism and philanthropy. The Ambassadors’ marquee event is the annual Celebrity Poker Tournament, and we’re heavily involved in various other fund-raising initiatives such as the Paint the Town Red luxury dining experience, past Celebrity Roasts, galas and various other community events in support of the Calgary Flames Foundation.
The Foundation supports various deserving initiatives in education, health & wellness and amateur/grassroots sports, including the Rotary Flames House, Kids Cancer Care Foundation, YMCA Grade 6 Free Membership Program, KidSport Calgary Even Strength Program and various post-secondary scholarships.
The Calgary Flames Ambassadors have helped raise over $8 million dollars to date for the Foundation and we’re proud to support positive change in the lives of thousands of Southern Albertans every year .
For more information on our amazing cause, please visit: https://calgaryflamesfoundation.com
