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Directors Scholarship – Post-secondary
Scholarship for post-secondary training expenses
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 26, 2026Latest change: The Directors Scholarship application survey now states that applications are closed and replaces the continuation path with a newsletter signup link.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 26, 2026
Latest change: The Directors Scholarship application survey now states that applications are closed and replaces the continuation path with a newsletter signup link.
Directors Scholarship closed to applications
The Directors Scholarship survey now states that the scholarship is closed to applications. The previous return-code continuation instructions have been replaced by a closure notice and a link to subscribe to Sinneave’s mailing list for program and scholarship updates. No earlier closing date is visible in the changed source, so the update is recorded as a closed application state rather than an announced deadline shift.
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
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.
Receipt of requests is now closed
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
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
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Post-secondary education and training after high school.
Documents Needed
- Proof of enrollment
- Social Insurance Number for T4A issuance
Official resources
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
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