BRSD Career Counsellor Newsletter

Spring is a popular time for employers to be looking for summer employees. Watch social media posts, check out local job postings, and ask your local employers if they are hiring for the summer. Make an appointment with your career counsellor for resume & cover letter review and prep for interviews!

Spring is a great time to organize your scholarship applications. Colleges usually have opened their portals, and some high schools have awards that can be applied to. Be sure to listen to announcements at your school so you don't miss out!

• 🌱 Gr. 12's - Ensure you have a VERIFIED ALBERTA.CA account.
• 🐣 Rutherford Scholarships Applications open in AUGUST after your graduation. If you are attending post-secondary, this is when you should apply. If you take time off, you can apply when you go to post-secondary.
• 🌸 You will only recieve Rutherford Scholarship ONCE.
• 🌅 There is money for a 75% average of specific courses and more money if you held an 80% average in Gr. 10, 11 or 12. Alexander Rutherford Scholarship

Linton & Debbie Falk Scholarship - Due October 31 after graduation - application in link.

Program: Agricultural program or program that supports agriculture.

Study Year: Grad 2026 - Gr. 12s

WF MacDonald Scholarship - Due October 31 after graduation - application in link.

Program: 1 Academic Scholarship & 1 Trade Scholarship

Study Year: Grad 2026 - Gr. 12s

Utility Safety Partners (2 x $2500) Due April 30

Program: Civil Engineering, Electrician, Engineering Technician, Health and Safety, Power linemen, Public Safety, Skilled Trades, or Urban Planning

Study Year: Grade 12 - 4th Year Grades: 80 - 100% with Volunteer Experience

Province: Alberta Citizenship: Canadian

Talk to your investment advisor or accountant about the next best steps for redeeming your RESP. A family vs. individual RESP has different contingencies and one should be aware of the tax implications for the matching governmment funds. An accountant or investment advisor will suggest the best scenarios based on your situation.

A polytechnic emphasizes hands-on learning and applied research. In Canada, polytechnics offer a wide range of programs that focus on technical and vocational training. Students graduate with practical skills and knowledge that are directly applicable to various industries, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world practice. Read the whole article here!

Polytechnics in Alberta

Lethbridge Polytechnic

Red Deer Polytechnic

Northwestern Polytechnic

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)