Make Your Application for 2027 Student Awards - Deadline January 8

posted Nov 2, 2026

The Western Canada Turfgrass Association is offering MONETARY AWARDS to students enrolled in an accredited Turfgrass Management Program or equivalent. You could be awarded up to $2500 for an outstanding application!

Fine print: award amounts will be based on number and quality of applications.

Complete applications must be submitted in electronic format to WCTA Executive Director  by January 8, 2027 (hint #1 - include your last name on all filenames).

There’s plenty of time to put together and submit the following information, but don’t wait until the last minute (hint #2 - that doesn't look good):

• Name of school and accredited program currently attending 
• Your grade point average in the program
• List of employers, work experience and start/finish dates worked in the Turfgrass Industry
• Reference letter from current or past employer
• List of other awards or scholarships received in the last two years
• Confirmation from faculty advisor of your enrolment in the program with the faculty advisors name and contact information
• A letter stating your professional and personal goals after graduation within the Turfgrass Industry and why we should present you with an Award to continue your studies

Application details:

• Preference will be given to members of the WCTA, their spouses or their children.
• Awards are provided at the discretion of the Western Canada Turfgrass Association Board of Directors.  Award decisions are final.
• Announcements will take place at the 2027 WCTA Annual General Meeting being held Feb 10, 2027 during the 63rd Annual WCTA Conference and Trade Show

Please submit to:
WCTA Awards Committee Chair
c/o Western Canada Turfgrass Association 
Email address: WCTA Executive Director