Agricultural Bursaries
Parkland County would like to congratulate Jordy Howlett, Brandon Wagner, and Brady Gilchrist for receiving an Agricultural Bursary! We would like to recognize them for their hard work and dedication of study to the field of Agriculture, and their commitments to the community.
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About Jordy Howlett |
Jordy is enrolled in an Agri-business diploma program and received a Crop Technology diploma last year. Jordy also was a 4-H member for 5+ years, gaining a variety of skills such as public speaking, judging, facilitating groups and being an active community member. She also belonged to a gymkhana club and spent many years showing horses. Congratulations Jordy! |
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About Brandon Wagner |
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Congratulations Brandon! |
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About Brady Gilchrist |
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Congratulations Brady! |
Brandon is working to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture, majoring in Crop Science. Brandon has also been involved in the Keephills White Whale Junior Forest Wardens Club, the Duffield 4-H Club, worked on my family’s farm and worked as a summer student at Nutrien Ag Solutions in Stony Plain. He is also a member of the UofA’s Agriculture Club.
Brady is studying for a diploma in Animal Science Technology, with a major in Beef Production. Brady also volunteered at Spruce Grove Saints hockey games, helped out with and ran in the Great White North triathlon, and played hockey which gave him a great sense of community pride by playing for Parkland Athletic Club teams and then onto The Spruce Grove Regals. Questions or inquiries?
Please call Agricultural Services directly: 780-968-8467
RMA Scholarship - Closed
The Rural Municipalities Association (RMA), an organization representing Alberta's incorporated rural municipalities, offers a Scholarship Program in support of rural students attending a recognized post-secondary institution.
2020 RMA scholarship application deadline to apply is August 31, 2020.
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 contact Dana Schlecker at dana.schlecker@parklandcounty.com, or 780-968-3237.
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