Supporting the education of members and their children.
AEA Scholarships and Bursaries
The Alberta Electrical Alliance is proud to support our industry with over $294,300 of postsecondary scholarships for current members and their children.
Your participation in AEA events helps fund AEA scholarships and build our industry's future.
Applications are due by 11:59 PM, July 31 of each year.
AEA Sponsored Scholarships
Open to employees, dependents, children of parents that are a member of the Alberta Electrical Alliance you can apply for the following scholarships.
Calgary Region
Scholarships
$2500
$1500
$1000
Lethbridge Region
Scholarship
$1000
Red Deer Region
Scholarship
$1000
Edmonton Region
Scholarships
$2500
$1500
$1000
2024 Corporate Scholarships
Corporate sponsored scholarships are open to employees, dependents, children of parents working for any member company located throughout Alberta. For some specific Corporate Scholarship, You or your parent do not have to be an AEA member .
Some Corporate Scholarships have specific criteria. For details, click "Learn more" below your scholarship of interest.
Interested in sponsoring a Corporate Scholarship?
Fund a great cause, access major benefits for your business, and help shape the leaders of our future by investing in the development of students today!
2023 Scholarship Recipients
BLAINE RAYMER
- $2500 Milwaukee Tools Scholarship
- Red Deer Polytech, Electrical Apprenticeship Program
- Member Company:
Red Deer Polytech
KAMRYN SANDBERG
- $2500 Calgary Regional Scholarship
- University of Lethbridge, Kinesiology
- Member Company:
EECOL Electric
PEYTON MANUEL
- $1000 Calgary Regional Scholarship
- Mount Royal University, Physical Literacy
- Member Company:
Optics Lighting & Controls
HANNAH THOMPSON
- $1500 Calgary Regional Scholarship
- Alberta University of the Arts, Bachelor of Design
- Member Company:
Graybar Canada
BROOKLYNN BELLISLE
- $2500 LSW Lighting Corporate Scholarship
- University of Alberta, Bilingual Nursing
- Member Company:
EECOL Electric
HAAZIQ ALTAF
- $3500 The Personal Home & Auto Insurance Corporate Scholarship
- University of Calgary, Mechanical Engineering
- Member Company:
Valard Construction
RIVER DAVISON
- $2500 EATON Corporate Scholarship Scholarship
- Lakeland College, American Sign Language & Deaf Culture
- Member Company: Crestview Electrical Group
BROOKLYN EVANS
- $1500 Bartle & Gibson Corporate Scholarship
- Grant MacEwan University, Bachelor of Commerce Accounting
- Member Company:
WOW Lighting & Controls
Thank you to our Corporate Sponsors
Benefits
$3500
Elegibility Criteria
Criteria for this scholarship follows the main AEA Criteria.
About The Personal
The Personal Insurance Company is proud to partner with more than 700 organizations to provide home and auto group insurance to members and employees of participating organizations. It also offers recreational vehicle and pet insurance* products. * The Personal Pet Insurance Program is underwritten by Petline Insurance Company and is distributed in Quebec by Missisquoi Insurance Company.
Benefits
$2500
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria for this scholarship follows the main AEA Criteria.
About EATON
We're dedicated to improving people's lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient and safe.
Everything we experience in our modern world is made possible by power. Planes. Hospitals. Factories. Data centers. Vehicles. The electrical grid. Every day, all around the world, people depend on technology, transportation, energy and infrastructure to live, work and thrive. And the companies who provide these products and services depend on us to help solve some of the toughest electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power management challenges on the planet. Because we never lose sight of what matters. And it's our job to make sure it works.
Benefits
The winning applicant will receive an electricians starter kit from Milwaukee Tools worth $2500.
Eligibility Criteria
This scholarship will be awarded to a college or university student who has completed at least one year of study in the electrical disciplines. Student must demonstrate a minimum overall average of 75%, Canadian citizen, demonstrate leadership and community volunteerism.
About Milwaukee
Since the company began in 1924, Milwaukee Tool has led the industry in developing innovative solutions that deliver increased productivity and unmatched durability for professional construction users. We are dedicated to delivering a continuous flow of advanced, trade-specific solutions.
We invest the time to work side-by-side with real users to understand the demands of a constantly changing workplace and how we can best deliver solutions for a safer, more productive jobsite. Through a thorough evaluation of the job at hand – the frustrations, needs, and previous limitations – we set out to completely rethink a solution and deliver the game-changing innovation seen across all our product lines. Milwaukee Tool is not simply a manufacturer – we are progressive problem solvers.
Benefits
$2500
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria for this scholarship follows the main AEA Criteria.
About LSW Lighting
LSW Lighting LTD is a full service agency located in Alberta, Canada. We offer a complete lighting package ranging from Heavy Industrial to LED and Life Safety lighting products.
LSW Lighting provides quality service, creative solutions, and opportunities for growth for our manufacturers, customers, employees, and the community in which we reside. We are committed to excellence, which we strive to achieve by focusing on honesty, integrity, education, and attention to detail.
Benefits
$1500
Eligibility Criteria
The Bartle & Gibson scholarship award will be for students currently attending any post secondary institute in Alberta. The students will have successfully completed at least their first year of study in an Electrical Apprenticeship, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technician or business professional related to the electrical industry. This scholarship is NOT exclusive to AEA members so open to the non members as well. The winning applicant will be considered for co-op, summer or permanent employment at any of the Bartle & Gibson branches throughout the province of AB.
About Bartle & Gibson
Today Bartle & Gibson consists of 31 branches spread throughout Western Canada, which are supplied by 3 main distribution points. Our continued growth and expansion is due in no small part to our dedication to provide exceptional service to all our clients, suppliers, and employees. We continue to be the privately owned, 100% Canadian organization that our customers have come to trust since 1944. Since we opened our doors in 1944 we’ve found there’s one truism that not only reflects our philosophy, but guides much of Bartle & Gibson’s operations. Look after your customers the way you would want to be looked after, and business will look after itself.
Benefits
The winning applicant will receive financial support to continue their education. Co-op, summer, or permanent employment opportunities at Crestview Group branches throughout the province of Alberta will be considered for the recipient.
Eligibility Criteria
- Programs: Applicants must be currently enrolled in any post-secondary institute in Alberta.
- Academic Achievement: Students should have successfully completed at least their first year of study in one of the following fields:
- Electrical Apprenticeship
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical Technician
- Business or accounting programs will also be considered.
- Inclusivity: This scholarship is open to both AEA members and non-members.
- Sports and Volunteering: We value well-rounded individuals. Applicants who actively participate in sports or volunteer work will be given special consideration.
About Crestview Group
Crestview Group, in partnership with the Alberta Electrical Alliance (AEA), is pleased to announce the Crestview Group Scholarship for students pursuing electrical education. This scholarship aims to support individuals who are passionate about the electrical industry and have demonstrated excellence in their studies.
We believe that investing in education and community engagement is essential for the growth of the electrical industry. Crestview Group is committed to supporting talented individuals who share our passion for excellence.
Benefits
$1500
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria for this scholarship follows the main AEA Criteria.
About Brodwell
From assisting you in choosing the right products to providing on-location training sessions, our comprehensive support is designed to accompany you throughout the entire process.
Box 80091, Towerlane PO
Airdrie, Alberta, Canada
T4B 2V8
info@albertaelec.com
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