Don and Norine Lowry Awards for Women of Excellence
Edmonton Community Foundation
Award: $1000 – $5000
Deadline: May 31.
To provide assistance to women of all ages in pursuit of their goals in the fields of water, power, finance, energy, accounting, healthcare, safety or community relations. Qualifications: Applicants must be are a woman; are a resident of the City of Edmonton; surrounding municipalities are not eligible; are a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident; we seek candidates pursuing education in water, power, engineering, healthcare (MD, Nursing), business (finance, marketing), technology (IT), or safety related fields; education in the fields of energy, power, water, business administration, finance, safety, information technology, emergency management, communications, or healthcare and are residents of Edmonton. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the committee's criteria. How to apply: Applicants must submit online nomination form; two reference letters: letters must recommend the student and the course of study; each letter must be from a third-party individual (e.g. employer, volunteer contact, teacher), and should clearly address how the applicant meets the criteria and priorities described above; reference letters should be signed, dated (current), and should provide contact information for the writer; employment & Education Summary: a resume, CV or related document that summarizes the applicant's employment and educational history; include a list of the Edmonton schools applicants have attended including Elementary, Junior High, and High Schools; statement of marks for most recent studies: Official transcripts are not required; a photocopy or print out from a school website is acceptable; provide marks as of the time of application; do not submit updates unless requested. Focus: General studies/Field of study not specified.