RCAF announces scholarships for students pursuing a career in aerospace and aviation

TORONTO — The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Foundation announces that an additional scholarship for post secondary students pursuing a career in aviation has been made available.

First announced on June 18, 2021, the scholarships are developed for Canada’s next generation in science and space education. The now twenty-five $1,000 scholarships are open to any Canadian youth 25 years of age or younger in post secondary education. They are designed to encourage students in S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) studies or flight that could lead to future careers in Aviation or Aerospace.

“Thanks to additional support, we are excited to help even more young Canadians as they pursue their dreams. These scholarships are to meet Canada’s rapidly growing demand for skilled people and to be leaders in Canada and the world,” said Jeremy Diamond, Founding CEO, RCAF Foundation.

To allow for additional submissions for the new category, the application deadline for all scholarships has been extended to midnight July 19, 2021. More information on the RCAF Foundation Student Scholarships is available here: https://rcaffoundation.ca/portfolio-items/student-scholarship/