Bursary Program

PGA of Alberta Bursary Program

The PGA of Alberta is proud to present 4 bursaries each year to deserving Apprentice Professionals and/or Class "A" Assistant/Teaching Professionals who meet or exceed the Bursary criteria as outlined below. The Association is pleased to increase the bursary amount this year to $1,000 each! (previously $750). The bursaries will be presented at the Awards Banquet on Wednesday, October 19th.

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 of the bursaries will be reserved for seasonal Apprentice Professionals (working 9-months or less). All Information will be held in strict confidence.

Please review the Bursary criteria below and submit the online application form by the deadline date addressing each of the following criteria.

View the 2022 Winners Here

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.
    

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Deadline

Bursary application forms and accompanying information must be submitted no later than September 30th, 2022 (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] The bursaries will be presented at the Awards Banquet on Wednesday, October 19th.