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The Stantec Bursary is a financial aid opportunity for students at Lakeland College. Established in 2016, this bursary supports full-time students in specific programs including Interior Design, Environmental Sciences with Environmental Conservation Reclamation major, and University Transfer programs. The award recognizes academic merit and financial need among students in these qualifying programs. One of the bursaries awarded annually is specifically designated to recognize an Indigenous student from any of the qualifying programs. Students must be in the 2nd year of Interior Design or Environmental Sciences: Environmental Conservation Reclamation major, or in the 1st year of University Transfer to be eligible for this award. This bursary demonstrates Stantec's commitment to supporting education in environmental sciences, design, and academic advancement, while also promoting diversity and Indigenous student success at Lakeland College.

Established in 1997, the Royal Canadian Legion Field Marshal Alexander Branch #11 Award is available to a full-time student enrolled in the Emergency Services Technology program at Lakeland College. The award recognizes students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership skills, team player qualities, practicum excellence, and good work ethics. This $500 award supports continuing students in the Fire & Emergency Services field.

Established in 2004, the Perma Earth Consulting Ltd. Bursary is available to students enrolled in the Environmental Conservation & Reclamation program at Lakeland College's Vermilion campus. This bursary provides financial support to qualifying students in their first or second year of full-time study. The award is based on two primary criteria: demonstrated financial need and academic achievement. Recipients must be enrolled full-time in the Environmental Conservation & Reclamation program at the Vermilion campus location.

Established in 1980, the President's Medal is the most prestigious award given by Lakeland College. It is given to graduating students who have completed at least one academic year of full-time study, who show a good balance between academic excellence and leadership in college student activities. One medal is available at the Vermilion campus and one at the Lloydminster campus, should suitable recipients be nominated. Recipients are recognized for their outstanding combination of academic achievement and leadership contributions to the college community.

The Peter J. Gulak Renewable Scholarship was established in 1993 by Servus Credit Union Ltd. This renewable scholarship is specifically designed for students who have already received the Peter J. Gulak Entrance Scholarship and are continuing their studies at Lakeland College. The scholarship supports students enrolled in year two of either the General Business major or Accounting major diploma programs. Recipients must have successfully completed their first year requirements while demonstrating academic excellence and must be registered in a full course load for their second year of study.

Established in 2010, the Lakeland College Rodeo Sportsmanship Award is available to Lakeland College Rodeo athletes identified by the Coordinator, Rodeo Club/Arena. This year-end award recognizes student-athletes who demonstrate exceptional sportsmanship and leadership within the Rodeo Club. Award recipients must be enrolled full-time with a minimum 60% course load and maintain satisfactory academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Recipients are expected to be leaders in the Rodeo Club, setting a positive example for new and current students. The award value varies based on the number of recipients and funds available each year.

Established in 2012 by the Lakeland Rowing Club and friends & family of Lacey Longworth, the Lacey Longworth Memorial Award is available to Lakeland College rowing crew members who are currently enrolled full-time in any Lakeland College program and will return to full-time studies at Lakeland College the following year. The award recognizes students who demonstrate academic achievement, commitment to the team and to the sport of rowing, leadership qualities within the team, a desire to succeed, and who are ambitious and of good character. This memorial award honors Lacey Longworth's legacy through supporting student-athletes who exemplify these values.

Established in 2021 by Edward Reddy, the Growing Minds in Agriculture Technology Scholarship is available to students who have completed an Agricultural Sciences diploma and are returning to full-time studies in the Fall at Lakeland College in the Bachelor of Agriculture Technology at the Vermilion campus. The scholarship is awarded based on academic achievement and demonstration of how the student has overcome barriers to achieve their educational goals and enhance their career opportunities. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and include a 500-word essay answering the question: How have you overcome barriers to achieve your educational goals and enhance your career opportunities? The scholarship provides financial support to help students continue their agricultural education at the bachelor's degree level.

The Governor General's Academic Medal is a national award administered by the Chancellery of Canadian Orders and Declarations. Since 1988, Lakeland College has been given the opportunity to award a medal annually to the student who achieves the highest academic standing in the final year of a diploma level post-secondary program with a minimum 2 year full-time duration. The medal is presented at the Convocation Ceremony on the recipient's respective campus. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional academic achievement at the collegiate level and is one of Canada's oldest academic honors.

Established in 2005, The George Neil Wilson and Ethel (Sloan) Wilson Memorial Scholarship is available to Canadian citizens or landed immigrants who are graduating from a Lakeland College program to enroll in full-time university level studies at Lakeland College or any Canadian university. The scholarship is awarded based on academic achievements, extracurricular involvement in school or community, and general deportment and effort. Preference will be given to deserving students who are continuing on to University level studies at Lakeland College, with second preference to the University of Alberta.