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Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program)
Scholarships for healthcare training in Southwest Saskatchewan
Last Update: May 2, 2026
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 4,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The program provides scholarship support for healthcare training in Southwest Saskatchewan, with up to $4,000 for LPN and Medical Lab Tech programs. It also supports CCA and other non-degree healthcare training, including certification, seminars, and apprenticeship challenges.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Swift Current
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Healthcare training and education in Southwest Saskatchewan
- Non-degree learning such as certification, seminars, and apprenticeship challenges
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Social Insurance Number
- Guideline pages read and followed
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals enrolled in healthcare training
- Individuals working in the healthcare industry
- Applicants in Southwest Saskatchewan
- Applicants in CCA, LPN, Medical Lab Tech, or other non-degree programs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants not currently enrolled in training
- People who have completed their education and are no longer actively enrolled
- Applicants seeking remaining funds after leaving active studies
Eligible geographic areas
- Southwest Saskatchewan
- Former Cypress Health Region
Selection criteria
- Applications are reviewed during semi-annual review periods.
- Preference is given to non-degree programs.
- Support is tied to one program per applicant.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the online application
- Fill out the student application form online.
- Provide personal and contact details.
- Include your Social Insurance Number.
- Step 2: Submit within the review deadline
- For September classes, submit by July 31.
- For January classes, submit by November 30 of the previous year.
- Step 3: Wait for review and decision
- Applications are considered during semi-annual review periods.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in semi-annual periods.
- Approved applicants must sign a Return for Service Agreement.
- Approved applicants commit to working in the former Cypress Health Region for at least 2 years.
Additional information
- Applicants must sign a Return for Service Agreement for a minimum of 2 years.
- Applications are reviewed in semi-annual sessions.
- Incorrect or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- The Social Insurance Number is mandatory for taxable support payments.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) Program
What is the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program)?
The program provides scholarship support for healthcare training in Southwest Saskatchewan, with up to $4,000 for LPN and Medical Lab Tech programs. It also supports CCA and other non-degree healthcare training, including certification, seminars, and apprenticeship challenges.
How much funding can be received?
Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) program?
To be eligible for the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) program, you must:
Enrolled in or working in healthcare
Located in Southwest Saskatchewan
Seeking additional training or education
What expenses are eligible under Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program)?
Healthcare training and education in Southwest Saskatchewan
Non-degree learning such as certification, seminars, and apprenticeship challenges
Who can I contact for more information about the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program)?
You can contact Dr. Noble Irwin Regional Healthcare Foundation Inc. (DNIHF) by email at none or by phone at 306-778-3314.
Where is the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) available?
The Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Lee/Irwin Scholarships (Skills Enrichment Scholarship Program) is a Grant and Funding