Aviation Scholarships for Commercial Pilot (CPL) in Canada

Bursary for WWFC ATPL students and University of Waterloo aviation students recognized for academic achievement and helping others achieve their goals. One ATPL and one UW student per cycle.

Deadline: Applications open January annually

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Bob Connors LIFT Scholarship WWFC

Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre

Renamed from LIFT Scholarship in 2026. Progressive scholarship program at Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre. Program has awarded over $124,000 total since inception. Applications open January.

Deadline: Applications open January annually

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$1,000

AME Association of Ontario Student Award

AME Association of Ontario

Awarded to students in an Ontario Transport Canada approved AME program who show commitment to the trade.

Deadline: January 31

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$5,000

BCAC Alpha Aviation Multi-IFR Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Alpha Aviation

For BC/Yukon residents pursuing multi-engine and IFR rating training. Funded annually by Alpha Aviation.

Deadline: February 1

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$2,500

BCAC Ernie Alexander Memorial Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP

Annual scholarship funded by Alexander Holburn Beaudin + Lang LLP since 2010. For BC aviation students.

Deadline: February 1

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$1,875

BCAC Anne and Rudi Bauer Memorial Private Pilot Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC/Yukon students actively engaged in PPL training. Requires superior flying skills confirmed by flight instructor and commitment to continue toward commercial training.

Deadline: February 1

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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.

Deadline: February 28

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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.

Deadline: March 1

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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.

Deadline: March 1

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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.

Deadline: March 1

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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.

Deadline: March 13

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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.

Deadline: March 13

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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.

Deadline: March 13

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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.

Deadline: March 13

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2 × $1,000

Atlantic AME Ben McCarty Memorial Bursary

AME Association (Atlantic) Inc.

Two $1,000 bursaries for students graduating from authorized AME training colleges in Atlantic Canada — one at College of the North Atlantic, one at NSCC. Presented at the Atlantic Region Aircraft Maintenance Conference.

Deadline: March 20

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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.

Deadline: March 31

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$2,000

NATA Foundation Research & Ed Scholarship

Northern Air Transport Association (NATA)

For students pursuing aviation careers with an interest in working in Northern Canada (Yukon, NWT, Nunavut).

Deadline: Check annually; usually coincides with NATA AGM

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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.

Deadline: March 31

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$2,000

UPN Savanna Royes Scholarship

Urban Pilots Network / Royes Family

$2,000 annual scholarship for UPN members pursuing aviation degrees, diplomas, or pilot licences. Named in honour of Savanna Royes.

Deadline: April 1

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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.

Deadline: April 1

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Varies

UPN WestJet Scholarship

Urban Pilots Network / WestJet

WestJet-sponsored scholarship for UPN members pursuing aviation degrees, diplomas, or pilot licences. For those aiming for a career at WestJet.

Deadline: April 1

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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.

Deadline: April 11

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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.

Deadline: April 11

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Varies

BC Aviation Council (BCAC) Endowment Program

British Columbia Aviation Council

Over $50,000 in annual awards for pilots, AMEs, and airport operations. Includes the Anderson Family and Anne & Rudy Bauer awards.

Deadline: April 30

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2+ × $3,500

Kelowna International Airport YLW Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Kelowna Airport

Airport operations and aviation scholarship funded by Kelowna International Airport through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$5,000

Pitt Meadows Airport YPK Gateway to Education Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Pitt Meadows Airport

For BCIT Aviation Management and Operations students with financial need and airport management career goals. One of the largest airport-ops specific awards in BC.

Deadline: April 30

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$3,000

Conair Group Commercial Aviation Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Conair Group

Commercial aviation training scholarship funded by Conair Group through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875–$2,750

BCAC Private Pilot Licence Award

BC Aviation Council

Runner-up awards alongside the Anderson Family PPL scholarship. First runner-up receives ,750, second receives ,875.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,500

PetroValue Airport Management Technical Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / PetroValue

For airport management students or mid-career airport staff taking management, technical, or safety training in BC. Supports career advancement in airport operations.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,000

Nanaimo Airport YCD Airport Employee Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Nanaimo Airport Commission

For people working on or near BC airports pursuing further studies to advance an aviation or aerospace career. Supports airport operations, management, and technical roles.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,000

John and Michelle Ward Memorial Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

Memorial scholarship for BC aviation students administered through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$2,000

BCAC Airports Committee Operations Management Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For students in airport or aviation operations and management programs who have completed at least one year and have one year remaining. BC residents.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

BCAC Career Advancement Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For mature students and career changers entering aviation in BC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Al Michaud Memorial Commercial Pilot Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

Commercial pilot scholarship in memory of Al Michaud, awarded through the BCAC annual competition.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

West Coast Pilot Club Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / West Coast Pilot Club

PPL or CPL scholarship for BC aviation students, funded by West Coast Pilot Club through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Langley Aero Club Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Langley Aero Club

PPL or CPL scholarship for BC aviation students, funded by Langley Aero Club through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Francois Leh Flight Instructor Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For pilots pursuing their flight instructor rating in BC.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

BCAC Aviation and Aerospace Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

General aviation and aerospace scholarship for BC students in any aviation discipline.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

William Templeton Airport Operations Management Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC students in airport operations or management programs who have completed at least one year of study with one year remaining.

Deadline: April 30

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$1,875

Nanaimo Airport YCD Employee Training Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Nanaimo Airport

General aviation training scholarship funded by Nanaimo Airport YCD through BCAC.

Deadline: April 30

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$3,000

Northern Aviation Scholarship Fund

Yellowknife Community Foundation

For NWT or Nunavut residents pursuing post-secondary aviation studies including pilot, AME, or flight attendant training.

Deadline: May 31

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$1,000

Geoff Latter Airshows Wings and Wrench Scholarship

Geoff Latter Airshows / Wilson Aviation Ltd

Annual $1,000 scholarship for a deserving student in a Professional Pilot program or AME program at a recognized BC college-level institution.

Deadline: June 25

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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.

Deadline: August 31

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$1,000

Saskatchewan John Iverson Memorial Scholarship

Saskatchewan Aviation Council

For aviation students in Saskatchewan pursuing PPL or CPL training. Memorial scholarship administered by the Saskatchewan Aviation Council.

Deadline: October 15

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$1,000

Saskatchewan Dennis O'Brien Memorial Scholarship

Saskatchewan Aviation Council

For aviation students in Saskatchewan pursuing PPL or CPL training. Administered by the Saskatchewan Aviation Council. Deadline around October 15 annually.

Deadline: October 15

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$54,000

Coulson Aviation AME-Structures Career Scholarship

Coulson Aviation / BC Aviation Council

Comprehensive career scholarship covering tuition and financial support through training, apprenticeship, and certification stages of becoming an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer — Structures. Canada's largest AME scholarship.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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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.

Deadline: Institution-administered — check MRU awards office

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$5,000

Helijet AME IFR eVTOL Training Bursary

Helijet / BC Aviation Council

Annual bursary for rotary aircraft AME, IFR pilot, or emerging eVTOL flight and maintenance training. One of Canada's most progressive rotary training awards.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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2 × $3,000 + apprenticeship

Harbour Air AME Awards

Harbour Air / BC Aviation Council

Two fixed-wing AME awards of $3,000 each, plus a six-month paid apprenticeship at Harbour Air for each recipient.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$20,000 progressive

BC Aviation Council Bain and Brown Aviation Career Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

Progressive award: $5,000 for PPL, $10,000 for CPL, $5,000 for IFR/multi. For BC/Yukon residents pursuing an airline pilot career.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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~$19,000

Confederation College Northern Flight Path IFR Program

Confederation College

Approximately $19,000 specifically for IFR training for graduates of Confederation College aviation programs.

Deadline: Check Confederation College financial aid office

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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.

Deadline: Check ALPA member benefits portal — member login required

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$10,000

BC Aviation Council Anderson Family PPL Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC or Yukon high-school students aged 15-19 starting their PPL fixed- or rotary-wing. Must train at a BCAC supporter school.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — approx Feb 1 to Apr 30 annually

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$10,000

BC Aviation Council Pacific Coastal Airlines Sheldon Smith Scholarship

BC Aviation Council / Pacific Coastal Airlines

For BC residents pursuing pilot or AME training. Strong academic and community involvement required.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$5,000

Rob Robichaud Vantage Group Scholarship - International Student

Greater Moncton Airport / Vantage Group

For full-time international students in the Bachelor of Science (Aviation) program at Mount Allison University and Moncton Flight College. Preference for students from the Bahamas, Jamaica, or Caribbean.

Deadline: Institution-administered — check Mount Allison awards office

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$5,000

Rob Robichaud Vantage Group Scholarship - Westmorland County

Greater Moncton Airport / Vantage Group

For full-time students from Westmorland County NB in the Bachelor of Science (Aviation) program at Moncton Flight College. Must be in good academic standing.

Deadline: Institution-administered — check Mount Allison awards office

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$5,000

Sault College Capt. Hollis Rutherford Tucker Memorial

Sault College

Awarded to the top graduating student in the Aviation Flight program at Sault College.

Deadline: Check Sault College financial aid — typically spring

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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.

Deadline: Annual — check Northern Lights site

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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+.

Deadline: Annual call — check foundation site and social media

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$3,500

BCAC Barry and Jim Aviation Maintenance Graduate Bursary

Barry Lapointe Foundation / BC Aviation Council

Endowed bursary for graduating AME students in BC. The Barry Lapointe Foundation endowment supports ongoing annual awards for aircraft maintenance graduates.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$3,000

Manitoba Aviation Council CPL Scholarship

Manitoba Aviation Council

For Manitoba residents training toward CPL at a Manitoba school. Must already hold PPL.

Deadline: Annual — check MAC site

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$3,000

Camber Aviation Sea-to-Sky AME Scholarship

Camber Aviation Management / BC Aviation Council

For AME students actively pursuing training or accepted into an AME program. Priority to residents of the Sea-to-Sky Corridor BC. Includes mentorship program. 800-word essay required.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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$3,000

Manitoba Aviation Council PPL Scholarship

Manitoba Aviation Council

For Manitoba residents starting or continuing PPL training at a Manitoba flight school.

Deadline: Annual — check MAC site for current deadline

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$2,500

Manitoba Aviation Council Fast Air Scholarship

Manitoba Aviation Council / Fast Air

For Manitoba residents under 21 pursuing PPL or CPL training at a Manitoba flight school. Funded in partnership with Fast Air.

Deadline: Annual — check MAC site

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2 × $2,500

NBAM Irving Oil Aviation Scholarship

New Brunswick Aviation Museum / Irving Oil

Two scholarships of $2,500 for aviation and aerospace education. Atlantic Canada focus.

Deadline: Varies annually — check NBAM site

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$2,000

Manitoba Aviation Council AME Southport Scholarship

Manitoba Aviation Council

For AME apprentices with preference for students from the Southport campus. Financial support for aviation maintenance education in Manitoba.

Deadline: Annual — check MAC site for current deadline

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$2,000

Sault College Ian Nixon Memorial Scholarship

Sault College

For Sault College aviation students who are residents of the District of Algoma.

Deadline: Check Sault College financial aid portal

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$2,000

GFT Wings of Integrity Scholarship

Gander Flight Training

Awarded in memory of Duane Hicks Sr. to a GFT student who demonstrates high integrity and strong work ethic in flight training.

Deadline: Contact GFT admin directly — admin@gft.ca

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$2,000

Urban Pilots Network Air Canada Scholarship

Urban Pilots Network / Air Canada

One scholarship of $2,000 for a UPN member aiming for a commercial pilot or AME career at Air Canada. Must be enrolled in an aviation degree, diploma, or licensing program.

Deadline: Annual — check UPN site

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$1,875

BC Aviation Council Commercial Pilot Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC and Yukon residents actively training toward their Commercial Pilot Licence. Must already hold a PPL. Training must occur in BC or Yukon.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$1,875

BC Aviation Council Flight Instructor Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC and Yukon residents pursuing a flight instructor rating. Must hold a CPL. Fixed or rotary wing eligible. Part of the annual BCAC spring scholarship window.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$1,875

BC Aviation Council Emil Oucharek Rotary Scholarship

BC Aviation Council

For BC and Yukon residents training for helicopter CPL. Must already hold a PPL(H). Named in honour of Emil Oucharek. Training must occur in BC or Yukon.

Deadline: BCAC spring window annually

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$1,500

Seneca Aramark Memorial Flight Award

Seneca Polytechnic

For students in the Seneca Polytechnic Professional Pilot program based on academic merit. Apply through the Seneca financial aid portal — typically open March to April.

Deadline: Check Seneca financial aid portal — typically March/April

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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.

Deadline: Annual competition — check RCAF Foundation site

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$1,000

Sault College David M. Kruse Memorial Scholarship

Sault College

For Sault College aviation students demonstrating excellence in flying, academics, and leadership.

Deadline: Check Sault College financial aid portal

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2 × $1,000

Urban Pilots Network Dream Never Dies Scholarship

Urban Pilots Network

Two scholarships of $1,000 — one for commercial pilot training, one for AME. Focus on under-represented communities in the GTA/Ontario.

Deadline: Varies annually

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$1,000

Manitoba Aviation Council AME Scholarship

Manitoba Aviation Council

For students enrolled in the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) or Aircraft Maintenance Journeyperson (AMJ) program in Manitoba.

Deadline: Annual — check MAC site for current deadline

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$1,000

BC Coast 99s Wings and Wrench Scholarship

BC Coast Chapter of the Ninety-Nines

For pilot and AME students in BC. Partnered with Geoff Latter Airshows. Open to both pilot and maintenance students.

Deadline: Check BC Coast 99s site — typically spring window

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$1,000

Seneca Andrew Archer Memorial Scholarship

Seneca Polytechnic

For Seneca flight program students with a focus on passion and perseverance in aviation.

Deadline: Check Seneca financial aid portal — typically March/April

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Varies

PAMEA AME Scholarship

Pacific Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Association / BCAC

Annual AME scholarship program from PAMEA. Endowment fund of $42,000 supports ongoing annual awards for AME students in BC. Studies can be completed anywhere in Canada.

Deadline: BCAC spring window — April 30 annually

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Varies

Seneca James Craig Memorial Award

Seneca Polytechnic

For graduating Seneca flight students who demonstrate high leadership qualities.

Deadline: Check Seneca financial aid portal — graduating students only

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Varies

Brampton Flying Club Associate Member Bursary

Brampton Flying Club

For members of the Brampton Flying Club actively pursuing a career in aviation. Managed by the BFC Airport Committee. Contact the club directly to apply.

Deadline: Managed by BFC Airport Committee — contact school directly

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Varies

Brampton Flight Centre Professional Pilot Bursary

Brampton Flight Centre

Need-based bursary for students enrolled in the BFC Professional Pilot Development Program.

Deadline: Managed by BFC Airport Committee — contact school directly

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Varies

Air Canada Pinball Clemons Foundation Scholarship

Air Canada / Pinball Clemons Foundation

For marginalized youth in the GTA with educational resources to enter aviation and aerospace careers they are passionate about.

Deadline: Annual — check Air Canada scholarships page

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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.

Deadline: Annual — check Air Canada scholarships page

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Varies

Bea and George McLeod Scholarship

Bea and George McLeod Foundation

For students studying aviation or obtaining a commercial pilot licence or AME licence. One-year Yukon residency required.

Deadline: Annual — check Yukon government education site

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Varies

Urban Pilots Network Aviation Excellence Scholarship

Urban Pilots Network

For UPN members in GTA who have participated in UPN programs and are pursuing aviation diplomas, degrees, or pilot licences. Multiple recipients per cycle.

Deadline: Annual — check UPN site and social media

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Training + summer employment

Manitoba Aviation Council Float Endorsement Scholarship

Manitoba Aviation Council

Float rating training combined with summer employment opportunity in northern Manitoba. For Manitoba pilots with PPL.

Deadline: Annual — check MAC site

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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.

Deadline: Varies — check COPA site annually

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Varies

WestJet Culture Award

WestJet / Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre

Values-aligned award for students at Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre demonstrating WestJet cultural values.

Deadline: WWFC internal

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