Canadian Rodeo Historical Association (CRHA)
The JP Veitch, Rona Ambrose & Family Scholarship was established to promote learning about the cornerstone of today’s rodeo – our predecessors and their amazing stories. It is our goal to promote, support and encourage young people to become involved in preserving this rich history through their education, community service and athletics.
Scholarships are open to Alberta high school students pursuing post-secondary education who are members of either an amateur or professional rodeo association. For example, but not limited to: Alberta High School Rodeo, Alberta Barrel Racing, Alberta Team Roping, Canadian Girls Rodeo, Canadian Professional Rodeo.
Please Note: Two successful candidates will each receive a $1000 scholarship to be awarded at the Ponoka Stampede during the performance on Monday, June 30, 2025. Videos of this will be recorded for presentation at the 2025 Inductee banquet planned for November of this year, also in Ponoka.
Applicants must be residents of Alberta, graduating from High School the year the Scholarship is awarded, and be entering one of the following programs;
Application process:
Your submission must contain the following:
*This scholarship is made possible by the financial contribution of JP Veitch and Hon. Rona Ambrose*
JP Veitch, Rona Ambrose & Family Scholarship Form
The Canadian Rodeo Historical Association (CRHA)
Personal Information
Surname:
Given Name:
Address:
City
Postal Code
Home Phone
Cell Phone
Email
Rodeo or Barrel Racing Association Name
High School
School Name
Location
Grade 12 First Semester Grade Average%
Grade 11 Grade Average %
School Activities
List major school related activities, involvement and achievements: offices held, scholastic awards, sports teams, etc
Activity
Year of Participation, Position Held, Accomplishments
Community Activities
List involvement and achievements in non-school related activities: rodeo, barrel racing, sports clubs, church groups, volunteer work, etc.
Activity
Year of Participation, Event, Accomplishments
Post Secondary Plans
Name & Address of Post Secondary Institute you Plant to Attend
Semester Start Date
Program Type (Certificate, Diploma or Degree)
Name of Certificate, Diploma or Degree Program
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