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Scholarships

The goal of the Pink Boots Canada is to further members’ careers through education. Scholarship programs run throughout the year offering members a variety of opportunities: self-guided study, online directed study, and in-person. From short, specialized courses to long, certificate-granting education to in-person experiential travel, there is a scholarship for everyone.

Canadian Scholarships

Exclusive to Pink Boots Canada members, our scholarships give you a higher chance of receiving incredible opportunities! Below are just a few examples of scholarships we've offered over the years—please note that availability may vary. For the latest information, contact our Education team at education@pinkbootscanada.ca

Mastering Beer and Food Pairing brought to you by Beerology

Online

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Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET) Wines Level 1, Spirits Level 1, OR Sake Level 1

Online

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Whisky Ambassador Certification or Gin Ambassador Certification

Online or In-Person

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Prud’homme Beer Certification Level 1 Beer Enthusiast

Online

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Bookpack Scholarships

Fall Into Books. (NOW CLOSED)

Our Book Pack Scholarships, carefully crafted print collections that include a selection of books and other items that we think are beneficial to our Canada Chapter members, have proven to be popular. This time around, we are doing things a little bit differently. We couldn't choose just one book pack, so the lucky scholarship winner gets to choose from one of two packs that we've put together for our members:

Back to the Basics Book Pack includes:

1. For the Love of Hops: The Practical Guide to Aroma, Bitterness and the Culture of Hops by Stan Hieronymus
2. Malt: A Practical Guide from Field to Brewhouse by John Mallett
3. Yeast: The Practical Guide to Beer Fermentation by Chris White and Jamil Zainasheff
4. Water: A Comprehensive Guide for Brewers by Colin Kaminski and John J. Palmer

Boss Headspace Book Pack includes:

1. Wire Your Brain for Confidence by Louisa Jewell, MAPP
2. The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck
3. The Pivot Year: 365 Days to Become the Person You Truly Want to Be by Brianna Wiest
4. Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? by Seth Godin

Applications are open from September 15th to October 14th.

QUESTIONS? Email Liz at education@pinkbootscanada.ca

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There are Canadian-specific scholarships and International scholarships. Each offering body has its own separate application process, with applications reviewed by separate groups. One Canada Chapter scholarship is open for applications at a time. International scholarships offer multiple opportunities at the same time, but only three scholarships can be applied for on International applications.

Canada Chapter members can apply for both Canada and International scholarships in the same application period. If the member is chosen for both scholarships, only one can be chosen.
Application deadlines are varied. Specific deadlines are published in member newsletters and on associated Pink Boots websites.
Resume: Submit an up-to-date resume.

Essay: Set aside some time to write an essay that shows your enthusiasm for the scholarship, what you hope to learn, and how you foresee the scholarship furthering your career. This is your time to shine.

Letter of Recommendation (optional but recommended): Ask a former employer, co-worker, or educator to provide you with a letter that demonstrates your passion for the industry.
It can take up to 8 weeks to hear back from the scholarship committee if you are a winner

If you applied for more than one scholarship and are a winning candidate you will need to pick just one scholarship

Find out ahead what you need for your course or scholarship. Each scholarship is different. Some require you to pay in advance.
Pay it Forward: All PBS scholarships have a “Pay It Forward” (PIF) requirement, where our scholarship recipients are required to pass on the specific knowledge they gained in their scholarship course to other PBS members and to the industry in general within 6 months of completing the program.

Successful completion of the course: Recipients will be billed 50% (up to $500) of the course value if they do not successfully complete the course.

Recipients will be ineligible to receive another scholarship for a period of ONE YEAR from the acceptance date.
Still unsure where to start? Contact Liz McDonnell, Education Chair, at education@pinkbootscanada.ca, or book an appointment with her through Koalender.

Both Natasha Peiskar, Canada Chapter President, and Brittany Ribalkin, Former Brew Day Lead, received Pink Boots Society Scholarships. You can hear more about their insights on the application process, tips for crafting standout applications, and what happens next on the recording of their previous online event. Click here to watch.