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Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship
Scholarship for hospice palliative care and oncology education
Last Update: May 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000
Timeline
- Closing date : March 1, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This scholarship provides $4,000 to support further education in hospice palliative care or oncology. It can be used for credit courses, clinical certification programs, conferences, or workshops in these fields.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Minimum amount : 4,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : March 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Further education in hospice palliative care.
- Further education in oncology.
- Clinical certification, courses, conferences, or workshops in these fields.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Proof of current employment on Unit 32
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
- Social insurance number from the successful candidate
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Current employees of Unit 32 at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre.
- Individuals pursuing education in hospice palliative care or oncology.
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not current Unit 32 employees.
- Applicants who do not live within 100 km of Red Deer.
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
Eligible expenses
- Credit courses in hospice palliative care or oncology
- Clinical certification programs in hospice palliative care or oncology
- Conference or workshop participation in hospice palliative care or oncology
Eligible geographic areas
- Within 100 km of Red Deer
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the selection committee.
- Only complete and on-time applications are considered.
- Applicants are notified through the scholarship process after evaluation.
Additional information
- Up to two applications may be selected each year.
- The scholarship may be withheld if no suitable candidate is identified.
- The successful candidate must provide a social insurance number.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship?
This scholarship provides $4,000 to support further education in hospice palliative care or oncology. It can be used for credit courses, clinical certification programs, conferences, or workshops in these fields.
How much funding can be received?
Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship program, you must:
Current Unit 32 employee
Education in hospice palliative care or oncology
Permanent address within 100 km of Red Deer
What expenses are eligible under Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship?
Further education in hospice palliative care.
Further education in oncology.
Clinical certification, courses, conferences, or workshops in these fields.
Who can I contact for more information about the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship?
You can contact Red Deer Regional Health Foundation (RDRHF) by email at jaelmacauley@cfcab.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship available?
The Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Florence Embury Memorial Scholarship is a Grant and Funding