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MRU Camps
  • Bursary Program
    2026 Bursary Program Information

Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and donors, we are able to offer a limited number of camp bursaries to children and youth who would otherwise be unable to attend our summer programs.

Applications for the 2026 Bursary Program will open on November 28th, 2025. We strongly encourage those who are interested in the 2026 Bursary Program to create their profile through the MRU Camps Parent Dashboard as soon as possible to receive all application updates and reminders via email. Please read the following information carefully in its entirety, as it contains important and relevant details regarding the application process, selection criteria, and regulations.

Selection and Placement

The bursary application is designed to be fair, and is granted to those who would not be able to attend camp without financial assistance. The number of approved bursary applications solely depends on the funding received for the designated fiscal year and is not guaranteed.

 Key Dates

  • 2026 Bursary Application Opens: November 28th, 2025
  • 2026 Bursary Application Closes: April 1st, 2026

Please submit your application at your earliest convenience. Session placements for successful bursary candidates are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Although every effort is made to award a bursary to the camps selected in the application, there is no guarantee of space available in the preferred camps. 

Application Process 

  1. Complete and submit the Bursary Application Form between November 28, 2025, and April 1, 2026. Please note: Duplicate submissions from the same household will result in the processing of only the first application received. Please submit your application only once. If any adjustments need to be made for a submitted application, please email mrucamps@mtroyal.ca.
  2. Your application will be reviewed as per the Bursary Program Regulations. Please note you may be contacted for further documentation and/or information regarding your application. Please note: We kindly ask that you do not contact us regarding the status of your application. All applicants will receive an email stating if their application has been
  3. accepted or declined. Due to the high volume of applications, we kindly ask that you refrain from contacting us for status updates, as all decisions will be communicated directly to you via email.

Supporting Documents

Successful applicants will be required to provide the documentation listed below prior to enrollment to verify their eligibility. Please submit the most up-to-date version of the following documents in PDF format.

Mandatory Forms:

  • Proof of Income: For each adult in the household, please provide a copy of their current, official Canada Revenue Agency T4 Slip or Notice of Assessment (NOA) which includes their total income (Line 15000).

Additional Forms:

The following documentation is not mandatory, but would support your application and ranking if applicable.

  • Income Support: Current document showing receipt of Income Support (e.g., Alberta Works).
  • AISH: Current document showing receipt of AISH.
  • Alberta Child Health Benefit: A letter stating that you are currently eligible for the Alberta Child Health Benefit.
  • Alberta Adult Health Benefit: A copy of your Alberta Works Letter showing enrollment in this program.
  • Refugee Status: A copy of any government document that confirms you are currently receiving support under the Resettlement Assistance Program or Interim Federal Health Program. 

Regulations

  • Campers granted a bursary are expected to attend the camp for which they are registered. Failure to notify the office of withdrawal from camp will result in ineligibility for future bursary funding, as per our Terms and Conditions. 
  • Campers who receive a bursary are asked to complete a testimonial or thank-you note (which can be written by the camper or a parent) by September 10, 2026. This step ensures the continued success of the program.
  • Incomplete or inaccurate applications will result in processing delays and may impact the success of your application. Please note, intentional misrepresentation or misleading information will result in your application being denied.

Additional Funding Support Resources

The following funding opportunities are available in addition to the MRU Camps Bursary Program. Please follow the links below for more information and to apply.