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Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary - Alberta - Canada
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Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary

Scholarship for post-secondary training expenses

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Last Update: August 12, 2026
Latest change: The Directors Scholarship page now says 2026 applications are closed and directs applicants to check back in May 2027, while the application instructions no longer show the online form or contact details.
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Directors Scholarship now closed for 2026
The Directors Scholarship page now states that 2026 applications are closed and asks applicants to check back in May 2027. The application section also no longer shows the online form link, flexibility note, incomplete-application rule, or the email and phone contact details that were previously listed.
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
Who can apply

Autistic individuals seeking post-secondary training or education

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Overview

This scholarship supports post-secondary education and training expenses for Autistic residents of Alberta. It provides up to $1,000 per recipient for eligible learning costs, with up to 20 scholarships available in 2026.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 1,000 $

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Alberta
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Persons with Disabilities
  • Youth (<40)

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Post-secondary education and training after high school.

Documents Needed

  • Proof of enrollment
  • Social Insurance Number for T4A issuance

Official resources

Official page

Directors Scholarship - Post-secondary

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Autistic individuals seeking post-secondary training or education
  • Residents of Alberta

Who is not eligible

  • Current directors, officers, employees, volunteers, or student interns of Sinneave
  • Immediate family members of current Sinneave directors, officers, employees, volunteers, or student interns
  • Previous recipients of the Directors Scholarship

Eligible expenses

  • Tuition
  • Books and supplies
  • Tools, aids, or equipment needed for learning, such as a computer
  • Housing
  • Travel expenses

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta

Selection criteria

  • Learning goals: educational and professional goals. (40/100)
  • Impact: how the scholarship will be used and its effect. (40/100)
  • Application effort and overall quality. (20/100)

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed and scored by Sinneave’s Scholarship Committee.
  • The committee recommends applicants for approval by the President of Sinneave.
  • Successful applicants are notified by email.
  • Incomplete applications are not considered.

Additional information

  • The scholarship is taxable income.
  • Recipients must provide a Social Insurance Number for the T4A.
  • Proof of enrollment is required before payment.
  • Applications may be submitted in alternative formats for access needs.

Contacts

Availability timeline

2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary Program

What is the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary?

This scholarship supports post-secondary education and training expenses for Autistic residents of Alberta. It provides up to $1,000 per recipient for eligible learning costs, with up to 20 scholarships available in 2026.

How much funding can be received?

Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary program?

To be eligible for the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary program, you must: Age 17 or older Autistic self-identification or diagnosis Resident of Alberta

What expenses are eligible under Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary?

Post-secondary education and training after high school.

Who can I contact for more information about the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary?

You can contact The Sinneave Family Foundation by email at info@sinneavefoundation.org or by phone at (403) 210-5000.

Where is the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary available?

The Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary is a Grant and Funding