Aviation Scholarships for Alberta in Canada

$3,000

Jazz Aviation Pathway Award (School-Specific)

Jazz Aviation

Awarded to top students at Jazz partner institutions (BCIT, Seneca, Waterloo, etc.) for professionalism and diversity.

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$3,000 + Jazz APP opportunity

COPA Jazz Aviation Pathway Award for Professionalism

COPA and Jazz Aviation

$3,000 plus invitation to Jazz Aviation Pathway Program selection process. Awarded via Jazz APP partner colleges and universities.

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$2,000

AMFA National Scholarship

Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association

Awards for students enrolled in Transport Canada-approved AME programs. Paid directly to the institution.

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2 × $1,000

Alberta AAD AME Avionics Scholarship

Alberta Aviation and Aerospace Development

For AME or avionics students in Alberta. Two awards: one via Air Cadets, one for SAIT students.

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2 × $1,000

Alberta AAD Commercial Pilot Advanced Training Scholarship

Alberta Aviation and Aerospace Development

For pilots pursuing CPL or advanced ratings in Alberta. Two awards: one general, one for MRU second-year students.

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$1,000

Alberta AAD UVS Robotics Technology Scholarship

Alberta Aviation and Aerospace Development

For students pursuing an RPAS/drone certificate or advanced drone training in Alberta.

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$14,000

COPA Neil J. Armstrong Ab-Initio Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Annual scholarship helping one young person earn their Private Pilot Licence who would otherwise not pursue flying due to financial constraints. Includes one year free COPA student membership.

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Up to $5,000

COPA New Wings Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Makes flying more accessible for aspiring pilots 21 and older. Up to $5,000 toward eligible training costs. Sponsored by Diamond Doors.

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3 × $2,500

COPA Advanced Flight Training Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Up to three recipients awarded $2,500 each for CPL, ratings, or endorsements. Must already hold a PPL and be a current COPA member.

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$2,500

COPA Morris Kansun Memorial Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Advanced flight training scholarship introduced in 2025, in memory of Morris Kansun. For pilots pursuing ratings beyond PPL.

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2 × $5,000

Kenn Borek Air Scholarship

Kenn Borek Air

Two scholarships for Western and Northern Canadian students aged 18-30. One for pilot training, one for AME training. Currently accepting 2026 applications.

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Varies

MAF Canada Mission Aviation Scholarship

Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada

For Canadian students preparing for overseas mission aviation careers. Must hold PPL or completed AME courses and have at least one year of Bible school.

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$1,000

WestJet UPN Aviation Scholarships

WestJet & Urban Pilots Network (UPN)

Two scholarships launched in 2026: one for commercial pilot training and one for aircraft maintenance/aerospace engineering.

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$1,000

Alberta AAD Flight Instructor Rating Award

Alberta Aviation Aerospace and Defence Association

In honour of Alex Lanovaz. For Alberta residents pursuing a Flight Instructor Rating. Must hold CPL.

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2 × $1,000

Alberta AAD Emerging Aviator Scholarship

Alberta Aviation Aerospace and Defence Association

Two scholarships of $1,000 for Alberta residents actively enrolled in PPL training fixed- or rotary-wing.

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2 × $2,000/year

CATCA W. Christopher Lilwall and Eric Paraskevopoulos Memorial Scholarship

Canadian Air Traffic Control Association (CATCA)

Two renewable scholarships of $2,000/year (up to 4 years) for dependent children of active or retired CATCA members in any full-time post-secondary program. Not restricted to aviation programs.

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150 × $10,000

Air Access Bursary MRU

Alberta Student Aid / Mount Royal University

Provincial bursary offering 150 awards of $10,000 each to Alberta residents enrolled full-time in MRU's aviation pilot training program.

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$3,000/year x 4 years

ALPA Scholarship Program Child of Member

Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA)

$3,000 per year over four years for children of retired, disabled, or deceased ALPA members pursuing post-secondary education.

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$5,000

Captain Christina Thomson ALPA Scholarship

Northern Lights Aero Foundation / ALPA

For Canadian citizens or permanent residents enrolled in a post-secondary fixed-wing aviation program at a college, university, or flight school.

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Multiple x $4,000

Wings of Opportunity Night Rating Scholarship

Wings of Opportunity Foundation

Multiple night rating scholarships for young pilots across Canada working toward CPL and night rating. 2024 cycle: 13 awards totalling $52,000+.

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50 × $1,000

RCAF Foundation Student Scholarship

RCAF Foundation

50 scholarships of $1,000 for Canadian post-secondary students in aviation/aerospace STEM fields with leadership and community involvement.

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Varies

Air Canada STEM Aviation Scholarship

Air Canada

For Canada's next generation of aviation and aerospace leaders. Assists post-secondary students in STEM fields to encourage careers in aviation.

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Training included

COPA Drone Pilot Scholarship

Canadian Owners and Pilots Association

Three COPA members 18+ receive training to obtain their Advanced RPAS pilot certificate including ground school, flight reviews, and exam expenses.

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