Scholarship Courses: Category 3

Ensure that you visit the following pages to familiarize yourself with the Scholarship Process before applying:

1) INTRODUCTION
2) SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
3) SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

AVIATION & AEROSPACE OPERATIONS & MANAGEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
One Scholarship @ $3,500

Basic Criteria

  • These awards are provided to young aspiring BC Air Cadets, between 17-19 years of age, or qualified aged out cadets who are passionate about pursuing a career in the Aviation Industry.
  • A statement from the applicant must also be included indicating why they should receive the award, their scholastic and personal achievements, and their goals.
  • Applicants must have completed at least three years of Air Cadet Squadron training.
  • Applications for aged out cadets will be accepted within twelve months of their 19th birthday or under special circumstances at the discretion of the Scholarship Selection Committee.
  • Each applicant must attach a letter from the Squadron Commanding Officer identifying:
    • Number of training years completed
    • Most recent rank and any awards obtained
    • Summer training camps attended
  • The applicant must demonstrate (minimum 250 words) how the training will contribute to their aviation career including the following:
    • My Vision of the Future of Aviation in the Next 20 Years
    • Why Aviation is Critical to British Columbia
    • Why Aviation is My Passion
  • Letters of recommendation from personal contacts are very helpful to include in your application.
  • Volunteer work in the aviation sector will be considered an asset.
  • Training must occur in Canada.
  • Applications must be received by midnight on the closing date.

Specific Criteria for an Airports Operations and Management Training Scholarship

  • Intends to register at an educational institution in the above discipline or;
    • Is currently enrolled at an educational institution in airport management with another year to complete or;
    • Must show acceptance into a recognized training or technical course
  • Must describe their desire to complete training and pursue a career in airport management or operations
  • Has an academic grade average of 75% or higher
  • An academic transcript must be included
  • Demonstrated commitment to continue with training to obtain diploma, degree or certification
  • Volunteer work in the aviation and aerospace sector will be considered in the selection process

Provide as much information as you can for the Selection Committee – the better your presentation, the more opportunity for success your application will have. Incomplete applications will not be considered and will be rejected. Ensure that all required attachments are included.

Please complete the Scholarship Applications below. Note that section 2 requires an internal Scholarship ID that will be provided after completing section 1:

SECTION 1 – PRELIMINARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
SECTION 2 – MAIN SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

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