Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg Bursaries

Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg is dedicated to serving our community’s greatest need by providing funding to charitable organizations through exciting fundraisers and events.

Three bursaries are presented annually on behalf of the Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg. 

The Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg awards one $1,000 bursary annually to assist an individual pursuing a career in any trade. The bursary is administered by the Red River Exhibition Foundation and may be used for assistance with tuition fees, tools or learning aids in conjunction with their post-secondary education or apprenticeship training in any trade career.

Application Criteria for Trade Bursary

  • A Manitoba resident
  • A student entering or continuing any trade program
  • Submission of a completed application form

Application Deadline: Second Friday in May by 11:59 pm

Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg Trade Bursary Application

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The vision statement should include: • Your interest in your chosen trade. • Why you chose this career path? • How you plan to be involved in the trade in the future.
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    The Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg awards one $1,000 bursary annually to assist a Manitoban entering or attending post-secondary school or an apprenticeship program who has shown exemplary leadership skills, keen interest in community involvement and exceptional citizenship. The bursary is administered by the Red River Exhibition Foundation and may be used for assistance with tuition fees, tools or learning aids in conjunction with their post-secondary education or training.

    Application Criteria for Community Leadership Award

    • A Manitoba resident
    • A student entering or continuing post-secondary education or apprenticeship training
    • Submission of a completed application form

    Application Deadline: 11:59 PM the second Friday in May

    Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg Community Leadership Award Application

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    Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.
    Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.
    The vision statement should include: • Your interest in your chosen career path. • Why you chose this career path? • What your future career goals are at this time. • How you have shown leadership and involvement in your community or school activities.
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      One $1,500 bursary is awarded annually to a student enrolled in the Creative Communications program at Red River College.

      The bursary is made on behalf of Kathy Kennedy and her 30 years of service to the Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg through the Kinsmen Jackpot Bingo program. Kathy will personally select the recipient and award the bursary.

      Application Criteria for The Kathy Kennedy Bursary

      • A Manitoba resident
      • A student who has been accepted to or who is continuing in the Creative Communications program at Red River College
      • Submission of a completed application form

      Kathy Kennedy is a highly-regarded broadcaster with well over 30 years of experience in radio and television under her belt.  Originally from Brandon, Kathy comes by her media chops honestly being raised by very supportive parents and whose mother was a CBC broadcaster.  Meeting people and telling their stories is the thing she likes best about her career choice.  A lover of rock and roll as well as fishing, Kathy is, first and foremost, a very proud Manitoban.

      Application Deadline: Second Friday in May by 11:59 pm

      The Kathy Kennedy Bursary Application

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      Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.
      Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.
      Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.
      Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 8 MB.
      In the essay, please indicate: • How do you think your skills and abilities can help you achieve your career goals? • How do you hope to contribute to the communications industry in the future? • And, how do you anticipate the industry contributing to your personal and professional growth?
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        Thank you for your interest in the Red River Exhibition Foundation scholarship program.

        If your application is successful, you will be contacted.

        Should you require an application form mailed to you, please contact us.