SCHOLARSHIP FUND
“ I am writing to thank you for your generous $ 500 SMCAA scholarship . I was very happy and appreciative to learn that I was selected as the recipient of your scholarship . I ’ m a fourth year sheet metal worker , currently working for McMullen ’ s Refrigeration and heating and loving it .
By awarding me the SMCAA scholarship , you have lightened my financial burden which allows me to focus more on the most important aspect of school — learning . Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to the community . I hope one day I will be able to help students achieve their goals just as you have helped me .” – Nathan Crier
I applied for the scholarship because my marks were good and I thought I had a good chance at receiving the scholarship . The $ 500 scholarship grant helped pay out some of the every days costs of going to school like transit , supplies , etc . I will highly recommend other apprentices to apply . Every little bit helps when you are a student . And it makes you feel recognized for a job well done .” – Matthew Batten , Sheet Metal Journeyman ( Fourth Year when he applied for the scholarship )
Other Trade Scholarships
In addition to the SMCAA Scholarship Fund , the association is also involved with the Alberta Industry Training Scholarships Program . Providing nearly 400 annual scholarships of $ 1,000 each , these are open to individuals across Alberta who are not just involved in the sheet metal industry — but other trades as well .
This program is co-sponsored by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board , private industry and Alberta Innovation and Advanced Education . “ This scholarship is separate from our association ’ s annual one ; however it is still important to address it ,” says Agnew . “ This is open to everyone in the sheet metal industry whether they are a member or not . But we have no control over who receives this one .”
She adds that the Alberta Industry Training , Apprenticeship Scholarship Committee (“ ASC ”) had set out to raise $ 1 million by March 31 , 2002 .
“ Achieving this goal allowed them to benefit from the government ’ s offer to match industry donations for apprentice scholarships with a $ 2 million contribution . Because our association raised $ 10,000 , we have a scholarship in the association ’ s name every year .”
Scholarship cheque presentation to Rory Frizzell of K . B . Heating , Lethbridge
In 2002 , donations were administered by the Alberta Heritage Scholarship Fund ( AHSF ). All scholarship funds were invested as part of the AHSF in a diversified portfolio and the interest earned on funds in an endowment is reinvested in that endowment .
“ This scholarship is completely run by the ASC , but anyone in industry can apply for the scholarship , whether they are a SMCAA member or not ,” says Agnew . Scholarships are awarded on the basis of marks , employer recommendation and financial need . This scholarship of $ 1,000 is awarded annually on behalf of the SMCAA .” ❖
“ There are a variety of grants out there that apprentices should be taking advantage of . Money came at a great time as it helped with the costs of school and getting new furniture at home . Finished school . – Wes Capton
“ It ’ s a great feeling to be recognized in your field of work . The scholarship was a great reward for me and helped with the cost of school . The golf tournament was a great chance to meet some awesome people and have a fun time . Still in school . – Rory Frizzel
“ Thank you SMCAA , for the $ 500 Scholarship award . With it I was able to recover the costs of my books and supplies needed for my first year at NAIT . I am currently still employed at Vet ’ s Sheet Metal ( and love working there !), and considering how and when I might do my second year of school . Every bit of financial aid helps out ! – Lorrine Baillie
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12 March 2016 • www . smcaa . ca