Women in Trades Scholarship

TransAlta is committed to investing in our communities through meaningful contributions and enhancing the quality of life where our employees work and live. With this in mind, we are introducing TransAlta’s Women in Trades Scholarship, valued at up to $2,500 for eligible students entering in post-secondary trade programs or apprenticeships. The program aims to assist women in obtaining an education in trades by showcasing and rewarding successful female role models.

TransAlta will be accepting 2025 scholarship applications from March 8 to June 8.

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

• You identify as a woman;
• You are a Canadian, Australian or American citizen or permanent resident;
• You are enrolled in a post-secondary trades program or an applied apprenticeship program;
• You maintain satisfactory academic standing throughout your program;
• You have a plan for achieving your education and career goals;
• You are committed to updating TransAlta on your progress throughout your program; and
• You complete and provide the information as requested by TransAlta.

When selecting award recipients, the selection committee will consider the following criteria:

• The applicant is enrolled in a program of study or applied apprenticeship program that supports TransAlta’s operations;
• The applicant has sufficient academic success and career goals;
• The applicant may be a current student/intern at TransAlta;
• The applicant may be a dependent of a TransAlta employee; and
• The applicant’s essay content.

Essay requirements

You will be required to submit a 500-word essay detailing one of the following topics:

1. What challenges have you faced as a woman pursuing a career in the trades, and how have you overcome them?
2. What inspired you to pursue a career in the trades and what excites you about your trade?
3. How do you see the future of women in trades evolving, and what advice would you give to other women considering a career in the trades?