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Hugh A. Krentz Student Award
Support for welding students in Canada
Funding available
$ 3,000
Deadline
June 12, 2026
Opened March 2, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This award supports Canadian students entering their final year of welding-related undergraduate studies. Successful applicants can receive up to $3,000 to continue their education.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Study in a welding-related undergraduate program
- Final-year post-secondary education in welding or related engineering fields
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Two personal references
- Written essay of at least 1,000 words
- Recommendation letters from faculty and another chosen reference
- Official transcript with program marks and assessments
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian students
- Students in welding-related undergraduate programs
- Students in recognized Canadian post-secondary institutions
Who is not eligible
- Applicants whose submissions appear to be AI-generated
- Students not in a full-time, recognized Canadian post-secondary program
- Students not entering their final year of study
Eligible expenses
- Continuing studies expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Academic achievement and awards: 40 points
- Welding-related volunteer or work experience: 10 points
- Essay strength on career goals and industry interest: 10 points
- Essay strength on the importance of welding and construction standards: 30 points
- Essay quality, grammar, and presentation: 10 points
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an advisory panel
- Funding decisions are made by the CWB Welding Foundation Board of Directors
- Applicants are notified of their status in September 2026
- Approved applicants receive funds under a mutual agreement on the project timeframe
Additional information
- Applications are currently closed; subscribe to the mailing list to be notified when they reopen.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Hugh A. Krentz Student Award Program
What is the Hugh A. Krentz Student Award?
This award supports Canadian students entering their final year of welding-related undergraduate studies. Successful applicants can receive up to $3,000 to continue their education.
How much funding can be received?
Hugh A. Krentz Student Award Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 12, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Hugh A. Krentz Student Award program?
To be eligible for the Hugh A. Krentz Student Award program, you must:
Canadian student in final year
Full-time recognized post-secondary program
Welding-related field of study
What expenses are eligible under Hugh A. Krentz Student Award?
Study in a welding-related undergraduate program
Final-year post-secondary education in welding or related engineering fields
Who can I contact for more information about the Hugh A. Krentz Student Award?
You can contact CWB Welding Foundation (CWB) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Hugh A. Krentz Student Award available?
The Hugh A. Krentz Student Award program is available across Canada.