PGA of Alberta Bursary Program
The PGA of Alberta is proud to present 4 bursaries ($1000 each) to deserving Apprentice Professionals and/or Class "A" Assistant/Teaching Professionals who meet or exceed the Bursary criteria outlined below. The Bursary Winners will be announced at the Awards Banquet on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
All seasonal and year-round Apprentice Professionals and Class A Professionals (who are not employed as Head/Executive Professionals) are eligible and encouraged to apply. A minimum of two bursaries will be reserved for seasonal Apprentice Professionals (working 9 months or Less). All information will be held in strict confidence.
Registration will open in August 2024 .
Please review the Bursary criteria below and submit the online application form by September 30, 2024 (end of day).
Criteria...
1. Participation in Association & Industry Events
Please outline the commitment you have made to participate in programs and events offered by the Association, within the Golf Industry and/or outside the Golf Industry (Tournaments, Education, Professional Development, etc.).
2. Volunteer Experience
Please outline the commitment you have made to volunteer within the Association, within the Golf Industry and/or outside the Golf Industry.
3. Education
Please include your educational background, along with current education plans and ambitions.
4. Work Experience & Responsibilities
Please outline the steps you have made along your career path as well as the scope of responsibilities you currently have at your facility.
5. Reference Letter
Please include one reference letter from your current employer.
6. Declaration
Please indicate what your intentions would be with the funds if you were awarded one of the Bursaries.
Deadline
Bursary application forms and accompanying information must be submitted no later than September 30th, 2024 (end of day).
If you have any questions, please call Marlene Sanderson at the PGA of Alberta office 403-256-8894 or by email [email protected].
2023 Bursary Winners
Nathan Barendregt
Edmonton Petroleum G&CCJake Harrison
The Winston GCJeremie Pasitney
Edmonton Petroleum G&CCAmy Popkes
Silver Springs G&CCPast Bursary Winners
Chris Donihee
Mickelson National GC2022 Winner
Katy Rutherford
Silver Springs G&CC2022 Winner
Stefan Anderson
Lakeside GC2022 Winner
Tyler Leicht
Derrick G&WC (The)2022 Winner
Keenan Vanderkooi
Silvertip GR2021 Winner
Nic Longley
Lakeside GC2021 Winner
Nicola Greaves
Willow Park G&CC2021 Winner
Stephen Yanitski
Valley Ridge GC2021 Winner
Chris Ward
Edmonton Petroleum G&CC2020 Winner
Tony Brown
Stewart Creek G&CC2020 Winner
Taylor Van Tighem
Royal Mayfair GC2020 Winner
Shannon Werbicki
Royal Mayfair GC2020 Winner
Chris Cooke
Kananaskis Country GC2019 Winner
Jennifer MacKinnon
Earl Grey GC2019 Winner
Scott Stiles
Winston GC (The)2019 Winner
Michael McEachern
Woodside GC2019 Winner
Braden Chown
Desert Blume GC2018 Winner
Bryce Halverson
Winston GC (The)2018 Winner
Carson Taylor
Cottonwood G&CC2018 Winner
Chad Feener
Leduc GC2018 Winner
John Deneer
Bearspaw CC2018 Winner
Jordan Fenwick
GOLFTEC Calgary2018 Winner
Nicholas Becker
Silver Springs G&CC2018 Winner
Shannon Raina
Sirocco GC2018 Winner
Joel Douglas
Cottonwood G&CC2017 Winner
Craig Gibson
Sirocco GC2017 Winner
Brady Karlson
Canyon Meadows G&CC2017 Winner
Crystal Shapka
Priddis Greens G&CC2017 Winner