2025-2026 Keyano Impact Report

Annual Impact Report 2025-2026

Keyano Annual Impact Report 2025-26

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We respectfully We respectfully acknowledge that acknowledge that Keyano Keyano is located on Treaty 8 territory, is located on Treaty 8 the traditional & contemporary territory, the traditional meeting grounds and gathering places & contemporary meeting of the Denesuline, Cree and Métis grounds and gathering Peoples of this region. Our name, places of the Denesuline, Keyano (kiyânaw in nêhiyawêwin Cree and Métis Peoples Cree language), translates to “we, us, of this region. Our name, our” and speaks to the connection Keyano (kiyânaw in we have as a community and our nêhiyawêwin - Cree commitment to being in right language), translates to relationships with the First Peoples of “we, us, our” and speaks these lands. to the connection we have as a community and our commitment to being in right relationships with the First Peoples of these lands.

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Table of Contents Letter from the Associate VP

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Northstar Ford Awards

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Awards Totals

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Entrance Awards

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Exit Awards

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Trades & Apprentice Award

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General Student Awards

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Excellence Award

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Jason Lang Award

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Dr. Gary McPherson Leadership Scholarship

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Laurence Decore Award for Student Leadership

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Louise McKinney Scholarship Recipients

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Indigenous Careers Award Recipients

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Alberta Athletic Award Recipients

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Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Endowed Award

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Canadian Natural Power Engineer Award

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Wolf Midstream Award

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Apex Distribution Inc. Indigenous Student Bursary

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Laurie Guthrie Award for Female Steamfitters/Pipefitters

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CNOOC Power Engineering Bursary

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NAABA All Trades Award

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Letter from the Associate Vice President Dear Valued Partners, This past year has given us a lot to be grateful for, and once again, our donors and partners have played an important part in what we’ve been able to accomplish.

Your support continues to make a real difference for Keyano students. Through awards, scholarships, and new endowments, you are helping students focus on their education, build their futures, and take the next steps toward their goals. This year we were able to give $789,039 through 453 student awards.

This year, we were also proud to see new opportunities for long-term student support take shape. Endowments established by our community ensure that your impact will echo far into the future, supporting generations of learners to come.

Looking ahead, we are excited to unite our community in a dynamic new way with Encore: A Signature Evening of Impact. This special event will celebrate the remarkable people, partnerships, and philanthropy that empower our students and enriches our region.

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Throughout this report, you will meet some of the individuals behind the impact. Their stories demonstrate what is possible when a dedicated community stands behind its students.

To everyone who has supported Keyano this year – thank you. Your generosity transforms lives, and we are deeply grateful to walk this path with you as we build a stronger community. Together.

Sincerely, Chantal Beaver Associate Vice President Public Engagement Keyano College

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Northstar Ford Awards Investing in the Future of Trades A new partnership between Bouchier and Finning Canada is creating lasting opportunities for Trades students at Keyano.

In 2025, the two industry leaders made a joint commitment of $50,000 to establish a new endowment supporting the next generation of trades professionals. The initiative also brought together the wider community through the Northern Lights Health Foundation Festival of Trees, where Northstar Ford secured the naming rights to the fund through the 2025 Finning Canada and Bouchier holiday tree auction.

As a result, the scholarships will be awarded as the Northstar Ford Awards.

Recipients are selected by Trades instructors based on academic achievement helping remove financial barriers while recognizing excellence.

“Bouchier is proud to work alongside Finning Canada on this endowment fund, bringing two strong brands together to empower women and Indigenous students in the skilled trades. This is how we build stronger communities and a more inclusive future.”

-Nicole Bourque-Bouchier, CEO and Co-Owner, Bouchier “We see firsthand how critical skilled trades are to northern Alberta. This fund removes barriers so the next generation can access the training they need.”

-Cheryl Gray, Vice President of Mining, Finning Canada

Beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year, the endowment will provide two annual $1,000 awards: · One award for a female First Nations or Métis student enrolled in any skilled trades program. · One award for any female student enrolled in a skilled trades program.

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More than financial support, this endowment represents a shared investment in education, equity, and workforce readiness. Together, Bouchier, Finning Canada, Northstar Ford and Keyano are helping create opportunities that will strengthen students, industry, and the Wood Buffalo region for generations to come.

Awards total for 2025-2026 GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

138 Students | $192,100

EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS

35 Students | $177,85 4

LOCAL LEADERS ENTRANCE AWARDS

22 Students | $22,000

AWARDS

258 Awards Presented | $397,085

Total: $789,039 Keyano Annual Impact Report 2025-26

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2025-2026 Entrance Awards Recipients ABC Benefits Corporation Foundation Alberta Blue Cross Entrance Award Teagan Humphries ABC Benefits Corporation Foundation Alberta Blue Cross Nursing Bursary Gwyneth De Guzman

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Anonymous Betty Lamb Bachelor of Nursing Entrance Scholarship Raeah Dyjur

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Syncrude Canada Ltd. Bachelor of Science Entrance Scholarship Aaliyah Winsor

Anonymous Bob Lamb Bachelor of Commerce Entrance Scholarship Syed Waqar

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Syncrude Canada Ltd. Bachelor of Education Entrance Scholarship Rukaya Abdo

Anonymous Bob Lamb Business Administration Entrance Scholarship Daniela Molina Hernandez

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Syncrude Canada Ltd. Business Administration Entrance Scholarship Jesse Simms

Keyano College Foundation and Community Donors Keyano College Entrance Scholarship Sophia Chen Sukee Kheona Malonzo

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Syncrude Canada Ltd. Nursing Entrance Scholarship Sohalpreet Gill

2025-2026 Exit Awards Recipients Chartered Professional Accountants Education Foundation Alberta CPA Education Foundation Scholarship Colton Northcott Dr. Ted Drouin Science Academic Excellence Scholarship Jennifer Sereda

Imperial Oil Imperial Environmental Technology Exiting Scholarship Jesse Marcel Courtney Mullett Suncor Energy Foundation College Preparation Scholarship Andrew Thibeault

Gibson Energy Gibson Energy Diversity Scholarship Tafadzwa Chisango Abigail Tilley Francheska Ruelo

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2025-2026 Trades & Apprentice Award Recipients ATCO ATCO Apprentice Electrician Scholarship Ryan Montoya ATCO ATCO Apprenticeship Electrician Scholarship Nicholas Bishop ATCO ATCO First Year All Trades Scholarship Michael Despres John MacEwen Apex Distribution Inc. Apex Distribution Inc. Indigenous Student Achievement Trades Award Michael Gillet Cash Hornick Kalan Mitchelmore

Estate of Laurie Guthrie and Guthrie Family Laurie Guthrie Award for Female Steamfitters/ Pipefitters Richelle Faguinney Estate of Laurie Guthrie and Guthrie Family Laurie Guthrie Award for Female Welders Sophie Romain Estate of Laurie Guthrie and Guthrie Family Laurie Guthrie Award for Indigenous Steamfitters/ Pipefitters Hunter Bram Vanderkracht

Birch Mountain Enterprises LP Birch Mountain Enterprises LP Trades Award Kenneth Harley Taylor

Estate of Laurie Guthrie and Guthrie Family Laurie Guthrie Award for Indigenous Welders Jace Shott

Clayton Construction Co. Ltd Richard Boughner Memorial Heavy Equipment Operator Scholarship Mathew Lefevre

Finning Canada Finning Canada Women-in-Trades Award Hannah Shelemey

Enbridge Pipelines Inc. Enbridge Indigenous Trades Bursary Eric Golosky

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Eric and Kathleen Newell Eric and Kathleen Newell Trades and Industry Award Blair Mabbitt Samantha-Lynn Critchley

Komatsu Komatsu Brandon Nelson Award Alexei Samoilov

Komatsu Komatsu Heavy Equipment Technician Award Reese Van Elgort

PCL Contractors Inc. PCL Welding Scholarship Tony Bolt

Leo and Debbie Robert Leo & Debbie Robert Heavy Equipment Technician Apprenticeship Program Bursary Ryan Newton

Red Wing Red Wing Ultimate Gear Package Logan Haas Jordan Alley

Leo and Debbie Robert Leo & Debbie Robert Welding Apprenticeship Program Bursary Kristopher Garnett

Spartan Controls Spartan Controls Electrical Apprenticeship Award Nolin Ryan Pliska

Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association NAABA All Trades Award Landon Bailey Oil Sands Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy C.I.M Oil Sands Millwright Award Zachery Hann Rajbir Singh FLINT Corp.

Leslie Miller Memorial FLINT Corp. Scholarship Johnathan Van Appelen Rafael Sobreiro FLINT Corp.

Taylor Dawe Memorial FLINT Corp. Scholarship Zachery Hope Lars Stangeland Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies Patrick Poitras Memorial Safety Award Gregory Howard Anakin Earles Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies Patrick Poitras Memorial Scholarship Matthew Lefevre Samantha Jones PCL Contractors Inc. PCL – All Trades Scholarship Jasmine Laing

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Spartan Controls Spartan Controls Indigenous Electrical Apprenticeship Award Trent Zachery Russell Spartan Controls Spartan Controls Indigenous Women in Trades Megan Harrison Stuart Olson Industrial Projects Inc. Stuart Olson Industrial Projects Inc. All Trades Entrance Scholarship Riley Chad Decker Stuart Olson Industrial Projects Inc. Stuart Olson Industrial Projects Inc. Apprentice Electrician Scholarship Jared Sheppard Daniel Pacheco Suncor Energy Foundation Leslie Miller Memorial Haul Truck Scholarship Grace Tarrant Suncor Energy Foundation Leslie Miller Memorial HET Scholarship Roger Sylvain Suncor Energy Foundation Taylor Dawe Memorial Haul Truck Scholarship Jean-Philippe Charpentier Suncor Energy Foundation Taylor Dawe Memorial HET Scholarship Kyle Thompson

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2025-2026 General Student Awards ABC Benefits Corporation Foundation Alberta Blue Cross Barrier-Free Learning Bursary Carrie Cheecham Alberta Teachers’ Association, Fort McMurray Local #48 Alberta Teachers’ Association Award Emily Macmillan Alberta Teachers’ Association, Fort McMurray Local #48 Alberta Teachers’ Association Year Two Award Tiffany Molloy Alberta Union of Provincial Employees Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) Bursary Karen Faye Wuthrich

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Anonymous Investment in the Future Bursary Zyra Lyn Wycoco Marlee Brinkman Madison Tyson Marissa Mestre Isabella Roussin Efosa Omorogbe Gracie Penney Nancy Shamija Jordi Hazen Abhirami Abahayakumar Nicole Gauvin Grace Christopher Jessica Whidden Masud Said

Anonymous Wood Buffalo Indigenous Achievement Award Brianna Johnson Megan Turner Apex Distribution Inc. Apex Distribution Inc. Indigenous Student Achievement Award Melissa Redden Apex Distribution Inc. Apex Distribution Inc. Indigenous Student Bursary Takara Benoit Kandis Chaffee ATCO ATCO Award Sarah Buonyi ATCO ATCO Energy & Environmental Technology Award Ashley Vanklinken ATCO ATCO Power Engineering Award Riley Isert Bert Lang Bert Lang Indigenous Bursary Janine Charbonneau Birch Mountain Enterprises LP Birch Mountain Enterprises LP Award Noel Watson BMO Financial Group BMO Financial Group Award Jeyvie Comaling Sherri DeGagne Jhermienne Aliyah Paulo Business & Professional Women’s Club of Fort McMurray Business & Professional Women’s Club of Fort McMurray Bursary Wanyi McLennan-Dillabough

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Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Endowed Award Jordi Hazen Blair Platero Makala Wideman Canadian Natural Resources Limited Canadian Natural Environmental Technology Award Aliyah Beatrice Milo Canadian Natural Resources Limited Canadian Natural Power Engineer Award Nelsun Parupalli Canadian Union of Public Employees CUPE Local 2157 Bursary Jessica Maame Esi Appiah CEDA CEDA Student Advancement Award Christer Carlo Camacho Regina Blaida Cervantes CEDA CEDA Indigenous Onikaniw Eskwew Award Tryston Morin Chief Jim Boucher Chief Jim Boucher Distinguished Alumnus Bursary Hailey Hodgson Children’s Ability Fund Children’s Ability Fund Bursary Masud Said CNOOC International CNOOC Power Engineering Bursary Janella Ballesteros Joshua Bennato King Aldrich Dimaano Shanice McKenna Victor Ojeaga Immaculata Ojeaga Adekunle Adegunju

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2025-2026 General Student Awards Dick Nelson Dick Nelson Award Tryston Morin

Fitzgerald Family & Friends Kathy & Bill Fitzgerald Memorial Award Madison Sullivan

Dr. Doug & Mrs. Connie MacRae C.D. MacRae Office Administration Award Jenna Reid

Fore the Ladies Classic Fore the Ladies Classic Female Empowerment Award Melisa Kurt Milan Schapowal Faith Strickland

Dr. J Ting & Dr. Wong-Ting Dr. J Ting & Dr. Wong-Ting Nursing Award Jeyvie Comaling Enbridge Pipelines Inc. Enbridge Indigenous Business Bursary Charlotte MacLean

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Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce Diane Slater Memorial Award Carrie Cheecham

Eric and Kathleen Newell Eric and Kathleen Newell Power Engineering Bursary Yahye Hurur

Fort McMurray Folk Arts Council Bachelor of Arts Award Fort McMurray Folk Arts Council Bachelor of Arts Award Emma Simms

Famous 5 Foundation Famous 5 Legacy Student Award Fatima Alam

Fred Hemphill Fred Hemphill University Studies Scholarship Katie Wheaton Coles

Finning Canada Finning Canada Environmental Studies Award Jaggar Crossland

Friends & Family of Lynda O’Quinn Lynda O’Quinn Memorial Award Erica Manuel

Finning Canada Finning Canada Indigenous Award Megan Turner

GKO Engineering Entrance Award GKO Entrance Scholarship Jennifer Wiebe

Finning Canada Finning Canada Leadership Award Ruby Jane Elias

Government of Alberta Alberta Opportunities Bursary Rume Bebeteidoh Oscar Sun

GPM Industrial Inc. The GPM Lynda Oberg Community Involvement Award Grace Christopher GPM Industrial Inc. The GPM Lynda Oberg Nursing Scholarship Marlee Brinkman Harvard Broadcasting Harvard Broadcasting Scholarship Kamila Issa Pelmer Ndiraya Bukola Oyebola Avery Plamondon Ellie Walsh Hines Health Services Hines Health Services Indigenous Medical Education Scholarship Hilary Hinks Imperial Oil Imperial Environmental Technology Scholarship Janine Charbonneau Kylie Chase Shekinah De Guzman Angel Gillingham Lillie Gillingham Jacobs Catalytic Ltd. Tony Fullwood Memorial Award James Szlachetka Jacos/Japex Jacos/Japex Award Angel Gillingham Jesse Marcel Joshua Omoruyi Jason Leslie R.J. Leslie Award Tishita Aggarwal

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Jim Carter James Carter Sr. Memorial Engineering Award Ashton Morehouse John Wilson Family Foundation Bursary John Wilson Family Foundation Bursary Jessica Whidden Ken Farrell Kim Farrell Memorial Bachelor of Education Award Chelsea McLean Keyano College Alumni Association Keyano College Alumni Scholarship Chioma Igbokei Keyano College Board of Governors & Friends of Keyano College Board of Governors Award Zyra Lyn Wycoco Keyano College Board of Governors & Friends of Keyano College Board of Governors Indigenous Student Award Jeremy Corrigal Keyano College Board of Governors & Friends of Keyano College Board of Governors International Student Bursary Shane Timothy Yao Keyano College Foundation and Community Donors Keyano College Community Award Omar Khaleel Madison Sullivan Keyano College Nursing and Allied Health Studies Department Nursing Program 25th Anniversary Scholarship Fatima Alam

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2025-2026 General Student Awards Keyano College Student Housing and Mr. Yves Lamothe Josie Lamothe Student Life Leadership Award Masud Said Keyano College, Friends, and Family of Dr. Vincella Thompson Dr. Vincella Thompson Memorial Award Timothy Ebbs Maryan Mohamed Mohamed Terchi

Marg Ryan Chris Ryan Memorial Bursary Megan Turner Mary Forster Memorial Mary Forster Memorial Nursing Award Courtney Hann

Kirk & Angelle McDougall Kirk and Angelle McDougall Award Marissa Mestre

Mary Forster Memorial Mary Forster Memorial PN Award Jaina Fieger

Knights of Columbus Knights of Columbus Bursary Abhirami Abhayakumar

Métis Education Foundation Métis Scholar Awards Rowan Gable Elizabeth Frederick Ryan Rice Kayla Grandison Dale Bellerose Cindy Loutitt-Flett Zachery Onicul Melissa Redden

Lawrence and Adele Thomson Lawrence and Adele Thomson Adult Education Award Megan Courteoreille Leo and Debbie Robert Leo & Debbie Robert Nursing Program Bursary Kathleen Faichney Leo and Debbie Robert Leo & Debbie Robert Practical Nursing Program Bursary Tammy Fewer Lynda Costello Lynda Costello Award Jesse Jr. Tablatin

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MacDonald Island Park Miskanaw Golf Club MacDonald Island Park Award Nicole Gauvin

Minister of Advanced Education and Technology Access to the Future Matching Grant Award Ayni Ali Aezron Alvarez David Byamungu Kaidyn Evtushevski Nathalie Fuentebella Michelle Henry Miranda Heselton Summer Jenkins-Randell

Herman Joaquim Manahan Taylor Mills Abdulqadir Muse Xin Shu Madison Tyson Morgan Urbaniak Rojanne Violago Skyler King Hajab Toor Nahwi Ali Hayley Moon Hira Rehman MNP (Meyers Norris Penny) MNP (Meyers Norris Penny) Award Bayan Assaf Morrison Centre Dental Group Dr. Ron Rice Memorial Scholarship Julia Shebib

Northlands Northlands Advancement Award Cherise Nicholas Northlands Northlands Second Year Award Manav Kishorhai Bhanushali Northlands Northlands Empowerment Award Nancy Bissel Northstar Ford Lincoln Marty & Dennine Giles Northstar Ford Lincoln Marty & Dennine Giles Award A Jennifer Sereda Northstar Ford Lincoln Marty & Dennine Giles Northstar Ford Lincoln Marty & Dennine Giles Award B John Czedric Abubo

Nigerian Canadian Association of Fort McMurray (NCAFM) Nigerian Canadian Association of Fort McMurray Endowment Award Rhema Chimezie-Chigbo

Northstar Ford Lincoln Marty & Dennine Giles Northstar Ford Lincoln Marty & Dennine Giles Award C Rochelle Simms

Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association (NAABA) NAABA Business Administration Award Jeremy Corrigal Charlotte MacLean

Oil Sands Branch of the Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy C.I.M. Oil Sands Branch Ecole Polytechnique Memorial Award Ashton Morehouse

Northern Lights Regional Health Authority Phoebe Spice & Ron Wolff Award Jhermienne Aliyah Paulo

Pam MacGillivray Cotter MacGillivray Memorial Scholarship Doah Elmobarik

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2025-2026 General Student Awards Raymond Hansen Sally Hansen Memorial Commerce Award Syed Waqar

Suncor Energy Foundation Jerry Cooper Memorial Award Jesse Marcel

Rotary Club of Fort McMurray Rotary Club of Fort McMurray Award Tiffany Molloy

Suncor Energy Foundation Suncor Energy Rick George Leadership Award Gracie Penney

Ruth H. Caldwell & Eleanor K. Baxter Georgie Baxter Memorial Bursary Fardowsa Abdi

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Mark Ward Indigenous Award Brennan Steinhauer

Scotiabank Fort McMurray Scotiabank Indigenous Education Award Cheyenne Cote Samantha Lucas Genee Simon

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Syncrude Canada Ltd. Marjorie Sullivan Award Rafael Parada Lima

Spartan Controls Spartan Controls Power Engineering Award Logan Haas

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Syncrude Canada Ltd. Syncrude Canada Ltd. Scott Sullivan Award Brennan Steinhauer

Students’ Association of Keyano College SAKC Bursary Morgan Urbaniak Timothy Ebbs Sydney Fraess

Syncrude Canada Ltd. Thomas Miller Memorial Award Riley Isert Mary Ann Mendoza Belchezar Piquero Devon Brittain Ibrahim Hamad

Suncor Energy Foundation Suncor Power Engineering Award Gage Evtushevski Bahaa Safadi A Hannan Khan Gracie March

Syncrude Canada Matched by Charles Ruigrok & Jacquie Pater Charles Ruigrok Syncrude Canada Ltd. Athletic Award Gabriel De Carvalho Rofyda Khaleel

TC Energy Trans Canada Energy Award Zachery Onicul Ted Rowe Family Scholarship Ted Rowe Family Award Sherri DeGagne Terracon Geotechnique Terracon Geotechnique – Lee Nichols Environmental Technology Award Janine Charbonneau Three M Shopping Centre Inc. Three M Shopping Centre Inc. Business Administration Program Award Glorie Nkassa Three M Shopping Centre Inc. Three M Shopping Centre Inc. Early Child Development Award Taniya Salaria Tim Walsh Tim Walsh Business Administration Bursary John Carl Ignacio Tim Walsh Tim Walsh Environmental Technology Bursary Nour Mawzi Trak Enterprises Trak Enterprises Athletic Award Tano Torchia Wolf NGL Inc. Wolf Midstream Award Danika Cadieux Sydney Kirkpatrick Fraess WorleyCord LP WorleyCord LP Engineering Award Gage Weinrauch

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2025-2026 Excellence Award Recipients Excellence Awards recognize students entering Keyano from high schools across the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

These awards celebrate academic achievements and support them as they begin the next chapter of their education.

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Aaliyah Winsor

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Nathan Liu

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Cara Scott

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Ashton Morehouse

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Quinton Baragar

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Madison Sullivan

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Rukaya Abdo

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Richie Joyce

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Sarah Fudge

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Nevaeh Newman

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James Szlachetka

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Ethan Aguda

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Sophia Chen

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Jeet Shah

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Jesse Simms

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Xavier Borges

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Zoha Akhtar

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Iqra Tahir

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Raeah Dyjur

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Janel Keisha Yadao

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Sohalpreet Gill

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Mariana Cadorna

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Brooklyn Gordon

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Ifra Sarmad

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Addison MacLean

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Aizele Orong

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Sukee Kheona Malonzo

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Hannah Tomon

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Sarah Howse

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Morgan MacLeod

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Kali Farrell

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Jaida Duffett

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Kylee Crowe

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Elie Aoun

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Chanz Cruz

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2025-2026 Jason Lang Award Recipients This scholarship recognizes the academic achievements of Alberta post-secondary students and supports them as they continue their undergraduate or professional studies.

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Abhirami Abhayakumar

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Nathalie Diosdado Fuentebella

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Pelmer Ndiraya

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John Czedric Abubo

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Stephanie Fuentebella

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Nomathuba Ndiweni

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Mastura Adebanjo

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Charlotte Gaulton

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Miranda Noseworthy

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Fatima Alam

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Nicole Gauvin

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Hibbaturrasheed

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Jhon Alejandro

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Angel Gillingham

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Denise Marielle Atupan

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Courtney Hann

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Bukola Oyebola

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Joshua Mhartin Aurelio

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Michelle Henry

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Jaron Peet

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Frances Marie Blanchard

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Miranda Heselton

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Gracie Penney

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Madeline Boser

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Chioma Igbokei

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Luc Jr Poulin

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Marlee Brinkman

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Kamila Issa

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Leela Pozzi

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David Shyaka Byamungu

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Summer Jenkins-Randell

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Angelhyka Rebollido

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Kassie Cagata

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Chelsa Jose Fernandez

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Hira Rehman

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Kylie Chase

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Kubicka Klara

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Masud Said

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Jessica Chaytor

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Aleksandra Kosheleva

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Rochelle Simms

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Cianna Church

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Ethan Lacusta

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Naomi Solbak

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Jeyvie Comaling

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Jada Lavers

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Marissa Strickland

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Ju Andrea Cuarteros

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Changhong LI

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Tamanna Thapa

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Khadijat Dairo

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Radhika LNU

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Morgan-Jayde Urbaniak

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Methma De Silva

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Mukudzei Machona

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Ellie Walsh

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Sherri Degagne

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Erica Manuel

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Noel Watson

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Renie Dela Paz

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Natasa Maric

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Jessica Whidden

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Jhunzen Pearl Dongla

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Alexandra McCracken

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Alisha Whiteway

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Ruby Jane Elias

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Clair McEwen

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Makala Wideman

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Ifeyinwa Ezeamaka

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Tiffany Molloy

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Karen Faye Wuthrich

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April Ferrer

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Abdulqadir Muse

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Roselyn Yanez

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Tammy Fewer

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Bete Nannete

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Keenan Young

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Jaina Fieger

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Yusra Nazeer

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2025-2026 Dr. Gary McPherson Leadership Scholarship The Dr. Gary McPherson Leadership Scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, particularly in the area of disability, and/or shown initiative in improving the lives of others.

Dr. Gary McPherson was an extraordinary Albertan whose leadership and advocacy helped improve the lives of people across the province and beyond. Paralyzed by polio at a young age, he remained a lifelong sports enthusiast and played an important role in transforming wheelchair sports into the worldwide sporting movement now known as the Paralympics.

Dr. McPherson was a dedicated leader and advocate for people with disabilities, serving as Chair of the Premier’s Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities and ViceChair of the Alberta Paraplegic Foundation. His many honours included the Order of Canada, the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Medal, the Alberta Order of Excellence, and induction into both the Edmonton and Alberta Sports Halls of Fame.

Bree DeMerchant | Renie Dela Paz

2025-2026 Laurence Decore Award for Student Leadership The Laurence Decore Award for Student Leadership honours Mr. Laurence Decore, former Edmonton mayor and leader of the Alberta Liberal Party. The Laurence Decore Award for Student Leadership recognizes post-secondary students who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and leadership to fellow students and to their community.

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2025-2026 Louise McKinney Scholarship Recipients The Louise McKinney Post-Secondary Scholarship recognizes and rewards students for their academic achievements and encourages them to continue in their undergraduate or professional program of study.

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Pauline Mbabazi

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Hannah Caines

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Derek Lew

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Melissa Redden

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Kaidyn Evtushevski

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Drew Starr

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Kheanna Vale

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Irish Torres

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Taylor Mills

2025-2026 Indigenous Careers Award Recipients The Indigenous Careers Award encourages a larger proportion of Indigenous Albertans (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) to pursue and complete post-secondary studies in certificate, diploma, applied degree, and bachelor’s degree programs.

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Takara Benoit

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Hailey Hodgson

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Lolita Merritt

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Alexander Brake

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McKenna Organ

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Paige Brake

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Samantha Lucas

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Cheyenne Cote

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Kandis Chaffee

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Corbin Cyprien

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Jaylynn Twin-Loyie

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Elizabeth Frederick

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Jesse Marcel

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Ryan Rice

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Brennan Steinhauer

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Genee Simon

2025-2026 Alberta Athletic Award Recipients The Alberta Athletic Award recognizes and rewards athletic participation at universities, colleges, and technical institutions in Alberta.

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Efosa Omorogbe

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Bahaa Safadi

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Jaggar Crossland

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Omar Khaleel

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Treysun Mckenzie-Hunte

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Danika Cadieux

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Molly Kilbreath

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Sophia Patey

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Chigoa Gatwech

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Emma Simms

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Corbin Cyprien

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Kylee Lotoski

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Aaron Ernst

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Jaiden Mclaren

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Dylan Stewart

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Riley Peet

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Marissa Mestre

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Madison Tyson

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Rofyda Khaleel

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Nicole Gauvin

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Norah Horsley

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Addyson Mclean

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Logan Boucher

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Jaron Peet

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Gage Weinrauch

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Kaylen Desmarais-Joseph

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Milan Schapowal

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Klara Kubicka

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Natasa Maric

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Alexandra McCracken

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Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Endowed Award RECIPIENT: JORDI HAZEN Dear Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, I just wanted to say a genuine thank you for allowing me to be a recipient of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Endowed Award. I truly appreciate the support.

This scholarship will make a big difference as I finish my nursing degree. Over the past few years, I’ve worked hard to maintain strong grades while also competing as

a member of the Keyano College Women’s Volleyball Team. Being part of a varsity team takes commitment, leadership, and teamwork- skills that carry over directly into nursing. Balancing practices, travel, games, and a demanding nursing program meant I wasn’t able to work during the school year, so managing tuition and living expenses has been challenging.

Volleyball has taught me accountability, communication, resilience, and how to support a team under pressure- all qualities that are essential in healthcare. Nursing, like athletics, relies on strong collaboration and trust. I’m proud to bring that team-focused mindset into my future career.

Your organization’s support for students based on both academic achievement and financial need truly reflects an investment in hardworking individuals who are committed to contributing to their communities. As someone studying in Fort McMurray, I understand how important industry and community partnerships are in supporting education and strengthening our region.

This award eases financial stress and allows me to stay focused on completing my degree and preparing to serve our community as a Registered Nurse. Thank you for believing in students like me and for supporting our education.

With gratitude, Jordi Hazen

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Canadian Natural Power Engineer Award RECIPIENT: NELSUN PARUPALLI Dear Canadian Natural Team, I am truly honored to have been selected as the recipient of the Canadian Natural Power Engineer Award and would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for your generous support.

This scholarship will make a meaningful difference in helping me continue my studies and stay focused on achieving my goals in Power Engineering and Process Operations. Beyond the financial assistance, your support serves as a powerful encouragement to maintain strong academic performance and to continue contributing positively to the community.

Thank you once again for your generosity and for investing in students like me. I sincerely appreciate

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this opportunity and will strive to uphold the values represented by this award, carrying forward the spirit of excellence, responsibility, and community engagement that Canadian Natural embodies.

With sincere appreciation, Nelsun Parupalli

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Wolf Midstream Award RECIPIENT: SYDNEY FRAESS Dear Wolf Midstream, I would like to sincerely thank you for providing the opportunity for me to be a recipient of the Wolf Midstream Award. I am truly honoured and deeply grateful to receive this generous support.

This award will make a meaningful difference in my educational journey by helping to ease financial pressures and allowing me to remain focused on both my studies and my athletic pursuits. Beyond the financial assistance, your generosity serves as an inspiring reminder of the importance of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. It motivates me to

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continue striving for excellence every day, both in the classroom and on the field.

I am proud to be chosen for this award and deeply appreciate your commitment to supporting students at Keyano College. Thank you again for your generosity, encouragement, and for making a tangible impact on my education and personal growth.

Sincerely, Sydney Fraess

Apex Distribution Inc. Indigenous Student Bursary RECIPIENT: KANDIS CHAFFEE Apex Distribution Inc. Team, I am deeply honored and sincerely grateful to be selected as a recipient of the Apex Distribution Inc. Indigenous Student Bursary. As an Indigenous student and a proud member of the Athabasca Fort Chipewyan First Nation, this award carries special meaning. It affirms the value of my hard work, dedication, and the dreams I hold for my future and for our community.

Your generosity is more than financial support, it is an investment in the future of Wood Buffalo. This bursary allows me to focus fully on my studies as I work toward becoming a registered social worker, and it strengthens my passion to bring healing, hope, and meaningful change to the community that has shaped who I am today.

I am truly inspired by your commitment to supporting Indigenous students and our aspirations. Your support encourages me to continue striving for excellence, to embrace my calling, and to ensure that the knowledge and skills I gain will be used to give back and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in me and for empowering students like me to pursue our dreams.

Marsi Cho, Kandis Chaffee

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Laurie Guthrie Award for Female Steamfitters/Pipefitters RECIPIENT: RICHELLE FAGUINNEY Dear Family and Friends of Laurie Guthrie, I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for selecting me as the recipient of the Laurie Guthrie Award for Female Steamfitters/Pipefitters . I am honoured and grateful for your generosity and for investing in students like me pursuing careers in skilled trades.

My name is Richelle Faguinney, and I was a first-year student in the steamfitter/pipefitter program at Keyano College. Choosing a career in the skilled trades has been one of the most rewarding decisions I have made. I enjoy hands-on work, problem solving and opportunity to build a meaningful career in the trades.

My goal is to become a Red Seal Steamfitter/ Pipefitter, continue growing in the industrial construction industry, and encourage more women to pursue careers in the trades.

Receiving this award will significantly impact my education and financial well-being. It will help cover tuition, books, tools, and other educational expenses, allowing me to focus more on my training and achieving academic success.

Like many students, balancing the cost of education with everyday living expenses can be challenging. Your generosity has not only provided financial assistance but also reminded me that there are people who believe in students like me and are willing to invest in our future.

As a woman entering a traditionally maledominated trade, I have worked hard to prove that determination, dedication, and perseverance can overcome any obstacle.

Your support gives me even more motivation, greater confidence as I continue working toward completing my apprenticeship and building a successful career. I hope and pray that one day, I will be in the position to give back to future students and support others in achieving their dreams, just as you have supported mine.

Thank you once again for your kindness, generosity, and belief in my potential. I am deeply appreciative of this opportunity and will strive to make the most of it.

God bless you Richelle Faguinney

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CNOOC Power Engineering Bursary RECIPIENT: SHANICE MCKENNA To the incredible team at CNOOC International, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your generous sponsorship and for believing in my potential. Your support is truly inspiring, and it means so much to me as I pursue my future in Power Engineering.

I have long admired CNOOC International’s unwavering commitment to nurturing future leaders in STEM and Power Engineering, and to ensuring the world’s energy resources are guided by capable, responsible hands. Your dedication to safety, community, and education resonates deeply with me and fuels my passion, not only to excel academically,

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but also to give back and make a positive impact in the community.

Thank you for investing in my future and for demonstrating the values of leadership, social responsibility, and community stewardship. I am genuinely touched by your generosity, and I aspire to honour it by upholding the principles that CNOOC International embodies. It would be a true privilege to contribute to a company that makes such a meaningful difference in the world.

With profound appreciation, Shanice McKenna

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NAABA All Trades Award RECIPIENT: LANDON BAILEY Dear NAABA, I would like to sincerely thank you for your generous support through this award. I am truly honoured and grateful to have been selected as a recipient. Your contribution has made a meaningful impact and has helped support me during an important stage of my education and career journey.

I recently completed my technical training at Keyano College and am proud to have achieved my Red Seal Journeyman Welder certification. Completing this

milestone required dedication, hard work, and many hours of commitment, and I am grateful to have had the support and encouragement that helped me reach this goal. I am also excited to share that I have secured a permanent full-time position in my trade, allowing me to continue building my skills and growing within my chosen career.

The financial support provided through this award helped ease some of the costs associated with my education and training. It allowed me to focus more on my studies and less on the financial pressures that often come with pursuing further education. Knowing that organizations and individuals are willing to invest in students and tradespeople like myself is incredibly encouraging and motivating.

I truly appreciate the generosity, encouragement, and confidence you have shown through this award. Your support has played a part in helping me achieve my goals and begin the next chapter of my career with confidence.

Thank you again for your kindness and for supporting students as they work toward their futures. Your generosity is sincerely appreciated.

Sincerely, Landon Bailey

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