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LOAF Sight Bursary
One-time bursary for Alberta students with sight impairment
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides a one-time $1,000 bursary for students in Alberta post-secondary institutions with sight impairment. It supports eligible students based on sight impairment and financial need.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Program Chair, Instructor, or Counsellor signature
- Financial need explanation
- Financial information section
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students in Alberta post-secondary institutions
- Full-time students
- Sight-impaired students
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta, Canada
Selection criteria
- Financial need
- Academic success
- Sight impairment
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill in all required sections.
- Provide detailed answers and financial information.
- Step 2: Get supporting signature
- Submit the application to a Program Chair, Instructor, or Counsellor.
- Obtain the required signature for consideration.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- The Program Chair, Instructor, or Counsellor may forward it to the Student Award office.
- Submit by the February 28 deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission to the Program Chair, Instructor, or Counsellor.
- The form may then be forwarded to the Student Award office.
- Award decisions are based on the information provided and supporting signature.
Additional information
- One-time award.
- Two awards are available per school or college.
- The application must be signed by a Program Chair, Instructor, or Counsellor.
- Applications must be submitted by February 28.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the LOAF Sight Bursary Program
What is the LOAF Sight Bursary?
This program provides a one-time $1,000 bursary for students in Alberta post-secondary institutions with sight impairment. It supports eligible students based on sight impairment and financial need.
How much funding can be received?
LOAF Sight Bursary Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the LOAF Sight Bursary program?
To be eligible for the LOAF Sight Bursary program, you must:
Full-time student
Sight impairment
Financial need
Who can I contact for more information about the LOAF Sight Bursary?
You can contact Lions of Alberta Foundation (LOAF) by email at dleshchy2324@shaw.ca.
Where is the LOAF Sight Bursary available?
The LOAF Sight Bursary program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the LOAF Sight Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
LOAF Sight Bursary is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the LOAF Sight Bursary?
LOAF Sight Bursary is funded by Lions of Alberta Foundation (LOAF)