This year the AHSRA will award over $100,000 in scholarships to graduates.
In addition to this, our members are eligible for scholarships from the NHSRA as well as external organizations.
The online Scholarship Application form is available below!
Any Grade 12 student may apply.
Applications must be submitted electronically on the AHSRA website between October 15th and April 1st. Any applications submitted after April 1st will NOT be considered.
Applications will be reviewed by Terrie Barkshire, AHSRA Scholarship Coordinator along with an independent scholarship committee. The decision of the scholarship committee is final and not open for review.
The scholarship committee considers the following criteria:
Applicants are not required to provide proof of financial need.
Awards or accomplishments in the rodeo arena are not taken into account.
The AHSRA scholarship program is intended to reward those that have supported the association over the years through their participation, passion and all around positive conduct.
By submitting the online application, you will be considered for the following scholarships:
We also award the following scholarships on behalf of the NHSRA:
Note – these 3 awards listed here are not claimed through the AHSRA office. Recipients will be provided details on how to claim these scholarships.
We encourage graduates to apply for these scholarships.
Trey was an amazing competitor and friend to many in the AHSRA. We are proud to offer a $2000.00 scholarship in his memory in conjunction with the foundation.
Download the 2025 Trey Purdie AHSRA Memorial Scholarship Application Form
The application deadline is April 1st at 4:30 pm
The Foundation also offers a $1000.00 scholarship in Trey’s name to a Gr 12 student graduating from Chinook’s Edge School Division or resides in Red Deer County and lives on a working farm or ranch. To date they have awarded over $11,000.00 in scholarships in Trey’s memory. See more info here.
Calling all cowgirls! (who are still in school) The La Due Ladies Lunch Scholarship Program has awarded over $100,000 to young women in Alberta since it’s inception! The award offers two distinct categories for promising young women in both High School and those pursuing post-secondary education. The 2025 applicants of the La Due Ladies Lunch Scholarships will have the chance to receive $15,500 in awards!
See details and apply online at https://ladueladieslunch.ca/scholarships/
2025 Applications open January 28th and close deadline – midnight April 15, 2025
Four high school scholarships:
Four Post-Secondary scholarships:
The JP Veitch & Family Scholarship is being offered through the Canadian Rodeo Historical Association, to promote learning about the cornerstone of today’s rodeo – our predecessors and their amazing stories.
Applicants must be residents of Alberta, graduating from High School in the year the scholarship is awarded, and be entering one of the following programs:
Two $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded per year – funded by the Leduc Black Gold Rodeo & Exhibition Association in memory of Harvey Northcott.
See details and apply online at https://www.blackgoldrodeo.com/scholarship
Application Deadline – April 15, 2025
We encourage our graduating members to apply for these scholarships.
Trey was an amazing competitor and friend to many in the AHSRA. We are proud to offer a $2000.00 scholarship in his memory in conjunction with the foundation.
Download the 2025 Trey Purdie AHSRA Memorial Scholarship Application Form
The application deadline is April 1st at 4:30 pm
The Foundation also offers a $1000.00 scholarship in Trey’s name to a Gr 12 student graduating from Chinook’s Edge School Division or resides in Red Deer County and lives on a working farm or ranch. To date they have awarded over $11,000.00 in scholarships in Trey’s memory. See more info here.
The JP Veitch & Family Scholarship is being offered through the Canadian Rodeo Historical Association, to promote learning about the cornerstone of today’s rodeo – our predecessors and their amazing stories.
Applicants must be residents of Alberta, graduating from High School in the year the scholarship is awarded, and be entering one of the following programs:
Download the JP Veitch / CRHA Scholarship Application
Calling all cowgirls! (who are still in school) The La Due Ladies Lunch Scholarship Program has awarded over $100,000 to young women in Alberta since it’s inception! The award offers two distinct categories for promising young women in both High School and those pursuing post-secondary education. The 2024 applicants of the La Due Ladies Lunch Scholarships will have the chance to receive $15,500 in awards!
See details and apply online at https://ladueladieslunch.ca/scholarships/
Application deadline – midnight April 21, 2024
Four high school scholarships:
Four Post-Secondary scholarships:
Two $1,000.00 scholarships will be awarded per year – funded by the Leduc Black Gold Rodeo & Exhibition Association in memory of Harvey Northcott.
See details and apply online at https://www.blackgoldrodeo.com/scholarship
Application Deadline – April 15, 2024
Members who are in their Grade 12 year are strongly encouraged to apply for their AHSRA scholarship by completing the AHSRA Scholarship Application Form. By completing this form you are automatically eligible for the Raffle Scholarship, AHSRA Merit Awards, NHSRA Merit Awards, Canadian Finals Scholarships earned, Presidents Award, Teskey Top Hand Award.
It’s not difficult but it does take a little bit of time, so don’t wait until the last minute. The deadline is April 1st and applications must be sent by mail to Terrie Barkshire, Box 118, Delburne, AB T0M 0V0.
Questions about AHSRA scholarships may be directed to the Provincial Scholarship Administrator:
Terrie Barkshire Box 118, Delburne, AB T0M 0V0
barkshire@platinum.ca 403-358-0161
Once you are enrolled in a post secondary program, complete the Scholarship Claim Form – it must include the following information:
We will accept emails with proof of payments all year, but please note that scholarship payouts will take place on only three times throughout the year:
Congratulations to our 2023 Scholarship Recipients
Claimed through the AHSRA Office.
Hadley Aebly – $825
Justin Andres – $1,100
Kami Babuik – $825
Desi Bergen – $1,925
Kate Bews – $1,925
Cole Blades – $1,650
Teagan Brink – $1,100
Kirsten Bruder – $550
Shae Burlock – $1,925
Kate Csabay – $1,650
Kailee Dame – $825
Jessie Debolt – $1,650
Chance Freemark – $1,925
Beau Gardener – $1,375
Tia Glazier – $1,925
Jessy Hallhan – $1,375
Katelyn Hirsche – $1,100
Tylynn Howson – $1,375
Brooklynne Hymanyk – $825
Codi James – $1,650
Mattie Jensen – $1,100
Brenden Kasinec – $1,100
Hailey Keith – $550
Mercedes Kennedy – $825
Denver Leitch – $1,650
Madison Levangie – $1,925
Pyper Lillico – $1,925
Keston Loewen – $550
Emma Longson – $1,850
Grace Macza – $1,925
Liv Malone – $1,925
Hannah Martz – $1,925
Hanna McGladdery – $550
Hayley McGovern – $2,125
Tynell McInenly – $2,025
Holly Mulligan – $1,925
Lucy Nunn – $1,375
Harlee Peck – $1,650
Tegan Poitras – $1,650
Keldon Powell – $1,100
Elsie Rawlings – $1,650
Charlee Resch – $1,925
Denim Ross – $2,025
Mary Saliba – $825
Owen Schauer – $1,925
Shayanna Scheller – $1,925
Brynn Scoville – $825
Payton Scoville – $1,100
Trinity Sewell – $275
Hannah Sheehan – $1,925
Chase Siemens – $1,925
Coy Skocodopole – $1,925
Lexi Strandquist – $1,650
Kasen Swanson – $275
Clare Taylor – $1,925
Tawnie Thompson – $1,925
Waci Thomson – $1,925
Brianne Vig – $1,375
Hannah Wagstaff – $825
Olivia Walker – $1,925
Haylee Weatherly – $1,100
Tayden Westendorf – $1,100
Sheridan Whitlow – $825
Natalie Wittmack – $1,650
Tamara Zaugg – $825
Claimed through the AHSRA Office.
Kate Csabay
Hannah Martz
Holly Mulligan
Lucy Nunn
Tegan Poitras
Hannah Sheehan
Lexi Strandquist
Tawnie Thompson
Olivia Walker
Sheridan Whitlow
Claimed through the AHSRA Office.
Beau Gardner
Grace Macza
Must be claimed through the NHSRA Office.
Download the 2023 claim form here.
Katie Bews
Cole Blades
Chance Freemark
Denver Leitch
Pyper Lillico
Tynell McInenly
Elsie Rawlings
Charlee Resch
Denim Ross
Owen Schauer
Must be claimed through the NHSRA Foundation.
To claim NHSRA Arena and NHSR Foundation scholarships, recipients who are currently enrolled in post-seconadry institutions must mail their Claim Form (received in a white envelope at time of presentation) and a copy of their upcoming academic semester schedule to:
National High School Rodeo Foundation
163 Mallard Lane
Cameron, LA, 70631
Multiple Claim Forms should be placed in one (1) envelope with one (1) copy of the academic schedule. The address shown above replaces any other addresses found on Claim Forms. Email questions to stephanied.rodrigue@gmail.com.
Claimed through the AHSRA Office.
Every year the AHSRA awards $250 to one Grade 5 or 6 boy and girl in each district. These funds can be used towards clinic fees or instruction. The recipients are chosen by the district executive and have two years to claim this award.
Receipients have two years to claim this scholarship, by submitting a receipt of clinic / instruction fees to the provincial secretary Email ahsraoffice@gmail.com.
Claimed through the AHSRA office.
2022-2023
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📣 AHSRA 2026 Provincial Finals – Awards Vendor Expressions of Interest
The Alberta High School Rodeo Association is inviting expressions of interest from award vendors for the 2026 Provincial Finals.
We are already in contact with several suppliers, however we want to ensure we do not miss or exclude any qualified vendors who may wish to submit options.
🏆 Awards Needed (Quantities Subject to Final Confirmation):
Saddles – 17 Total
• 3 Barrel Racing
• 10 Rope
• 1 Dogging
• 2 Cutting
• 1 Reined Cow Horse
Buckles
• 19 Provincial Champion Buckles
• 14 Average Champion Buckles (pending)
• 42 Go-Round Buckles
Additional Year-End Awards
• Prizes for 2nd, 3rd & 4th place in each event
📌 Vendors are asked to provide:
• Company name & contact information
• Sample photos or past award examples
• Pricing (per item or package options)
• Customization options
• Production timelines
• Delivery/shipping details
📩 Submit expressions of interest to: ahsraoffice@gmail.com
📅 Deadline: December 5, 2025
Submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee selection. AHSRA will review all submissions alongside existing vendor discussions to ensure high-quality, timely, and budget-responsible awards for our athletes.
#AHSRA #AlbertaHighSchoolRodeo
Attention 2026 Grads! 🎓
Watch your inbox — an email is going out to all Grade 12 AHSRA members with everything you need to know about applying for AHSRA Scholarships.
The 2026 Scholarship Application Form is now LIVE, and must be completed online using the link in the email or on the AHSRA website.
One online form makes you eligible for:
• Raffle Scholarships
• Bonus earnings for raffle books, CFR shifts & casino shifts
• Alberta Merit Awards
• CPRA Boy & Girl Awards
• NHSRA Merit Awards
• Teskey Top Hand Award
• Presidents Award
Over $100,000 is awarded each year — don’t miss this opportunity.
📅 Deadline: April 1
📩 Check your email and apply online.
📣 AHSRA 2026 Provincial Finals – Personnel Bids Are Now Open!
The Alberta High School Rodeo Association is accepting bids for the following personnel positions for the 2026 Provincial Finals in Claresholm, AB – June 3–7, 2026:
🔸 Rodeo Judges (2) – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
🔸 Rodeo Timers (2) – Friday, Saturday & Sunday
🔸 Cutting / Reined Cow Horse Announcer (1) – Two days
🔸 Cutting / RCH Judges (2) – Two days
🔸 Ambulance / EMT – Must be licensed and able to transport to hospital (Fri–Sun)
🔸 Photographer – Must provide a reasonable turnaround time, allow AHSRA full access to galleries for marketing use, and provide 2–3 edited images nightly by 6pm.
🔸 Videographer – Must provide a reasonable turnaround time, allow AHSRA full access to video content for marketing, and provide 1–2 short clips nightly by 6pm.
All personnel must meet AHSRA and NHSRA standards and work cooperatively with arena directors, secretaries, and the production team.
📩 Submit bids to: ahsraoffice@gmail.com
📅 Deadline: December 5, 2025
#AHSRA #AlbertaHighSchoolRodeo
💥 Meet Your Student Executive — Jaxen Gattey, District 2 Junior High President
We’re continuing our Why I Rodeo series, highlighting the youth leaders who represent their districts and help shape the future of AHSRA Junior High.
This week, meet Jaxen Gattey, your District 2 Junior High Student President — a young leader who’s been riding and swinging a rope since before he can remember.
“My start in rodeo began at a very young age. I have been riding and swinging a rope since I was 2 years old. Both my parents rodeoed. I have always enjoyed going to local jackpots and rodeos.
My favourite event is calf roping because there are so many variables to make a good, smooth run.
What I enjoy most about being in AHSRA is that it provides opportunities for young, up-and-coming athletes to get an early start in rodeo.
Being the D2 Jr. High student president is important to me because I have a chance to better the association and encourage kids to be leaders.
One of my most favourite rodeo memories was winning provincials in the ribbon roping and competing at the Jr. National High School Finals Rodeo in the ribbon roping and goat tying in Des Moines, Iowa.
What makes the AHSRA like family is that everyone is there to lend a hand when needed so things run smoothly, and everyone encourages you even if you’ve had a tough day.
One of the goals I have for myself this year is to qualify for my second National JHSRA Finals.”
🤠 Thank you, Jaxen, for representing District 2 with leadership, sportsmanship, and heart!
#AHSRA #WhyIRodeo #TeamAlberta #YouthRodeo #District2 #JuniorHighRodeo #StudentLeaders #RodeoFamily #FutureOfRodeo #BehindTheChutes
