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Jan. 30, 2025
ARH Healthcare Foundation's student awards named in honour of respiratory health pioneer
Jan. 21, 2025
Abby Morgan is turning her childhood fascination with how things work into a hands-on career in construction – aided, in part, by a Homes by Avi bursary.
Jan. 21, 2025
Veronica McRae persevered in attaining her education (BBA - Accounting '17) despite challenges. Now, she’s giving back by creating a NAIT student award to support Indigenous single mothers.
Dec. 06, 2024
Nurturing student potential has led the company to create endowments to ensure generations of students have access to scholarships far into the future
Nov. 27, 2024
Sandvik's commitment to education has been instrumental in inspiring the next generation of skilled tradespeople. Meet the latest group receiving Sandvik student awards.
Nov. 20, 2024
CAPP's renewed gift provides student awards to students in the Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Power Engineering Technology, Chemical Technology and Petroleum Engineering Technology programs.
Sep. 04, 2024
Reconnecting with classmates leads to lifelong friendships and continual support for NAIT students through endowed giving.
Sep. 04, 2024
Student awards can provide a lifeline and give assistance beyond the financial for students pursuing new careers.
Sep. 02, 2024
Jollette Thompson, finance partner at NAIT, is deeply inspired to give, driven in part by her own experiences of receiving support during her education.
Aug. 15, 2024
Read messages of thanks from some of the 18 student-athletes who received Ooks Hockey Alumni Association student awards.
Jul. 04, 2024
“Because of what you're doing, we're moving forward and we're training great people to do great things.”
Jul. 04, 2024
“Everybody should have the chance to play.”
Jul. 04, 2024
“The morale around NAIT and sports is great. Everyone supports you.”
Jun. 26, 2024
“Diversity within cybersecurity is crucial because it brings together individuals from various backgrounds”
May. 03, 2024
Throughout an over 15-year partnership, Sandvik Coromant has invested upwards of $2.6 million to support scholarships, equipment, and funding. Meet the latest group receiving Sandvik student awards.
Feb. 22, 2024
22 students recently received financial support in the form of student awards – made possible by a generous donation from Ledcor Group.
Jan. 25, 2024
The Ooks Hockey Alumni Association (OHAA) continues its legacy of student award support, helping NAIT Ooks men's hockey players achieve athletic and academic success.
Jan. 24, 2024
We recently asked some recipients about their student award experiences. Read on to learn how your generosity has impacted them.
Nov. 23, 2023
PCL Construction has supported NAIT students with scholarships for over 20 years and has employed thousands of NAIT students and graduates. Congratulations to this latest group receiving PCL awards.
Aug. 22, 2023
Student awards power multi-faceted woman, Teri-Lynn Adams.
Aug. 17, 2023
Janet Riopel believes in the power of people
and their potential to make the world better.
Aug. 17, 2023
A deep family commitment to investing in educating a skilled workforce drives Mark McNeill, president and CEO of The Stream-Flo Group of Companies.
Apr. 24, 2023
Since graduating NAIT, Jim Dobie (Architectural Technology ’78) has embraced multiple opportunities to give back to the post-secondary institution that launched his career.
Apr. 24, 2023
Wendy Marusin has dedicated her life and career to raising people up. And by creating NAIT bursaries in their memory, she’s helping to light the way for students during times of need.
Apr. 21, 2023
Civil Engineering student, Chris Cook, is making up for lost time with focus, determination, and the help of a NAIT student award.
Apr. 13, 2023
Kelly Orr was surprised when she learned she was NAIT’s latest recipient of the Four Directions Bursary.
Jan. 20, 2023
NAIT student award winner shares how her unwavering dedication is producing long-lasting results in career and education.
Dec. 08, 2022
Congratulations to 18 deserving NAIT students who recently received Ledcor Group scholarship and awards.
Dec. 01, 2022
NAIT’s machinist students keep ahead of the innovation curve with renewed support from long-standing industry partner, Sandvik Coromant.
Nov. 30, 2022
Machinist apprentice, Vance Monaghan, chats about his journey to a career in trades and the impact of receiving NAIT student awards.
Nov. 28, 2022
A fateful late-night email helps business management student regain momentum and meet program requirements.
Nov. 15, 2022
Congratulations to 22 NAIT students on receiving PCL Century of Construction Excellence and Vanguard awards for their academic success.
Nov. 03, 2022
More than $1.2 million in equipment and scholarships supports future crane operators
Oct. 18, 2022
Residential homebuilders are laying a strong foundation to help build the next generation of skilled tradespeople, thanks to a $15 million investment campaign.
Sep. 29, 2022
NAIT’s director of enterprise CRM, Doug Wotherspoon, shares his thoughts on the importance of philanthropy and how changing simple habits can help students in need.
Sep. 21, 2022
One of NAIT’s most philanthropic individual donors prior to her passing earlier this year, Lucille MacPherson dedicated her life to helping others.
Thanks to a generous gift from Sandvik Coromant, 12 students in Machinist Technology received financial support in their studies. Meet the students and hear what this gift means to them!
Congratulations to 16 NAIT students on receiving PCL Century of Construction Excellence awards for their academic success. Thank you to PCL Construction for supporting NAIT students.
Thanks to the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation, NAIT student athletes have access to scholarships to succeed on the ice and in the classroom.
Apr. 28, 2021
NAIT graduate Mark Kay is committed to giving back to his profession by supporting Personal Fitness Trainer students.
Apr. 22, 2021
As the sole provider for her family, one of the most difficult – and rewarding – decisions Samantha Richards ever made was taking the leap of faith to make a career change.
Feb. 16, 2021
Spartan Controls receives the inaugural Distinguished Industry Partner Award.
Nov. 19, 2020
Orest Myroon is among donors celebrated for National Philanthropy Day.
Meet the NAIT student recipients of the PCL Century of Construction Excellence Awards.
Sep. 25, 2020
Bursary donor honours his life’s work as a surveyor and entrepreneur by supporting geomatics students.
Sep. 22, 2020
How the COVID-19 Student Relief Fund came to students’ aid during the pandemic.
Sep. 22, 2020
See the enduring impact of long-time friend and the namesake of the JR Shaw School of Business.
Aug. 04, 2020
Carla Cumming Sojonky establishes endowment to improve animal welfare.
May. 15, 2020
Students pitch ideas to reimagine home buying
May. 15, 2020
Willow Shelley is thankful to donors for helping her when she needed it most
May. 15, 2020
Scholarship recipient Jonathan Mui is making a difference in his community - one plant at a time.
May. 15, 2020
When NAIT cancelled in-person classes to help stop the spread of COVID-19, the entire campus united in inspiring ways
Nov. 18, 2019
Sandvik Coromant helps students practice hands-on skills
Sep. 17, 2019
Scholarship recipient follows in mother’s footsteps
Apr. 12, 2019
Recent graduate gives back to Baking and Pastry Arts students
Apr. 12, 2019
Emergency bursaries help student overcome loss after devastating fire.
Apr. 12, 2019
NAIT hospitality instructor gives back to her profession with scholarships
May. 31, 2018
Dan Sorochan’s belief in people underpin his business and support for community.
May. 28, 2018
NAIT alum remembers early struggles as a student with donation to bursaries.
May. 28, 2018
Sadie Holt thankful to the donors who helped her graduate.
May. 28, 2018
NAIT alum Jason Gregor supports bursaries for next generation of radio talent.
May. 16, 2018
Recent Alternative Energy Technology grad Chris Crevier looks back on how scholarships supported his success.
Apr. 25, 2018
NAIT grads support architectural technology students with scholarships and mentorship.
Apr. 12, 2018
NAIT staffer honours parents' memory with bursaries to help students in need.
Mar. 29, 2018
Gilead supports students who contribute to the manufacturing of life-saving medicine.
Mar. 28, 2018
Millar Western supports forestry students to stay on the cutting-edge.
Mar. 26, 2018
Patrick A. R. Smith Memorial Endowed Fund established in memory of former instructor.
Mar. 23, 2018
After Ellen Hughes retired, partner Elaine established scholarships to support the next generation of chefs and restaurateurs.
Mar. 22, 2018
How NAIT graduate and storm chaser Nevin deMilliano turned a unique hobby into a business.
Mar. 21, 2018
Alumnus sees importance of investing in water resources and students’ learning.
Mar. 20, 2018
Carpentry alumnus Roger Dootson reflects back on his career and his support for the community.
Mar. 16, 2018
Recipient Sandra Prystupa finds career in the aviation industry to make the skies safer.
Mar. 16, 2018
David Lazaruk’s memorial gift celebrates his father’s support of NAIT automotive apprentices
Mar. 16, 2018
Alumnus Georg Wowk encourages students to get involved and pursue learning opportunities outside of the classroom.
Mar. 16, 2018
PCL Construction believes NAIT-trained graduates have a valuable role in its growth
Mar. 13, 2018
Aaron Taves credits NAIT and industry donors for his world-class performance at WorldSkills in Abu Dhabi.
Mar. 08, 2018
Jagrit Bajwa isn't just living the Canadian dream — he's living proof that opportunity, work ethic and a NAIT education open doors to a better future.
Mar. 08, 2018
Radio personality helps students in program where he started his career.