Major Marlene Shillingford Bursary
Scholarship Description
Elevate Aviation, in collaboration with the Urban Pilots and Professionals Network (UPN), proudly presents the Major Marlene Shillingford Bursary. This bursary is dedicated to supporting Black and racialized women pursuing careers in aviation, providing financial assistance to help remove barriers and create opportunities for success in the industry. Elevate Aviation is proud to support the bursary by contributing $1,000 annually as well as an annual membership for Echo, our mentorship and professional development program. This contribution aligns with our shared commitment to fostering inclusivity and diversity in aviation. UPN will match the bursary fund, offering a total of $2,000 to the chosen recipient.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a member with UPN.
- Must reside in Canada.
Application Start Date
January 1, 2026
Application End Date
April 1, 2026
Other scholarships from this sponsor
Female Applicant Preference
Yes
Field of Study
- Aeronautical Science
- Aerospace Medicine
- Agricultural Aviation
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Air Traffic Control
- Astronautics and Space
- Aviation Management
- Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
- Pilot Training
Scholarship Type
- Education Tuition
Citizenship Requirements
- Canada
Year of Need / Desired Program
- Trade, Technical, or Vocational School
- College Freshman
- College Sophomore
- College Junior
- College Senior
College Enrollment Status
- Full-Time Student
- Part-Time Student
- Accepted
Scholarship Recurrence
- Annual