Agricultural Bursaries
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Agricultural Services is providing up to 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.  

Application Deadline: Sept. 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
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

Download the form (below). Send your application, including your name, address, and phone number by mail

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

or email agriculture@parklandcounty.com.

Application form

Download and save the form to your device before filling out the application.

Download the Form and apply today

Questions or inquiries?

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

2023 Bursary Recipients

Congratulations to Amanda Hardman, Brody Laackman, Emilie Porter, Charlotte Fairbank, Chance Freemark, Hunter Porter and Rylee Rogers for receiving an Agricultural Bursary! We would like to recognize them for their hard work, dedication to the field of Agriculture, and commitments to the community.  

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.

Application Deadline: August 31, 2024.

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.