Scholarships

Agricultural Bursaries

Agricultural Services provided five (5) bursaries of $500.00 each to students living in the County who are attending University, Community College, or any other recognized post-secondary institution and enrolled in an agri-based program.  

Please click on this pdf to access the Agricultural Bursary Application 2025

• The application deadline for this year was September 19, 2025.

Submission Requirements:

• Be a resident of Parkland County. 
• Provide a background essay outlining their rural experience, community involvement, volunteer and recreational activities. Indicate your goals and objectives as they relate to your field of study and agriculture. 
• Provide proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution.  

Application Process

The form will be provided below in 2025 while applications are being accepted. Please submit your complete form to:

Agricultural Services, Parkland County  
53109A Hwy 779  
Parkland County, AB T7Z 1R1

or email agriculture@parklandcounty.com.

Questions or inquiries?

Please call Agricultural Services directly: 780-968-8888 ext. 8467.

RMA Scholarship

The Rural Municipalities Association (RMA), an organization representing Alberta's incorporated rural municipalities, offers a Scholarship Program. The program supports rural students attending a recognized post-secondary institution.

Please visit the RMA Scholarship Program page for full details on how to apply. Part of the requirement is to have written confirmation from the local rural municipality's Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) certifying that the applicant is a resident of the municipality. If you require a verification letter, please email Dana Schlecker, or call 780-968-3237.

The application deadline is August each year. Stay tuned for 2026.