Bursary Information

The Manitoba Cattle Producers Association is pleased to make available four $500 bursaries annually for MCPA members or their children attending a university, college or other post-secondary institution or pursuing trades training.

Preference will be given to those students pursuing a field of study related to agriculture or to those acquiring a skilled trade that would be beneficial to the rural economy.

The bursary criteria are as follows:

Eligibility:

• must be at least 17 years of age as of January 1, 2010
• must be an active Manitoba beef producer or the child of an active Manitoba beef producer
• must use the bursary within two years

Requirements:

• must submit a 400 to 500 word (maximum) typed essay discussing “The importance of the beef industry in Manitoba.”
• must submit proof of enrolment in a recognized institution (e.g. transcript)
• must submit a list of community involvement (e.g. 4-H, community clubs, volunteer work, etc.)
• post-secondary program or trades training must be a minimum of one year in duration
• provide the names of three references, including their addresses and telephone numbers

Click here to apply!

Completed applications must be submitted by June 4, 2010.  A selection committee will review the submissions. 

Winners will be notified by August 30, 2010.

Remember, applications must be submitted no later than 4:30 p.m., June 4, 2010!