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Fees
RWB School is funded by both public and private sources. Tuition fees charged by the School represent only a fraction of the actual cost
Fees are payable prior to the start of classes and arrival in residence. Payment may be made by cash, debit or credit card. RWB School also accepts certified cheques or international money orders in Canadian funds.
Financial Aid
Financial assistance is available to students for both Summer Session and the full-time Ballet Academic Program. A financial aid application form is included in RWB School acceptance packages. RWB School awards financial aid based upon both talent and need.
The RWB School Professional Division is recognized in Canada and the U.S.A. as a post-secondary education institution. Students who have completed their grade 12 are encouraged to seek funding from all possible sources in their home province or state.
Scholarships
Doreen Macdonald Scholarship
Doreen Macdonald was a longtime Wardrobe Director at the RWB. This scholarship is awarded annually to a student showing interest and talent in the field of design. Sarah de Vries was the recipient of the 2007 scholarship.
Millicent Rockwell Donnelly Bursary
This scholarship is awarded to a junior, Manitoba-born student who has shown talent, professionalism, and good work habits. The 2007-08 award was given to Hunter Loewen.
Paddy Stone Scholarship
This scholarship was established in memory of former Royal Winnipeg Ballet dancer and choreographer Paddy Stone and is given to a dancer who demonstrates choreographic talent. The scholarship was awarded to Jesse Fraser during First Steps 2007.
University Women's Club / Dr. Alice Cheatley Bursary
This award is given to a Level I - IV student based on talent, commitment and motivation. Alena Rieger received the 2007-08 scholarship.
David Peregrine Memorial
This award was established by David Peregrine’s family in his memory and is given annually to a promising junior dancer. The 2007-08 award was presented to Nikita Kopotun.
Julia Arkos Memorial Award
2007-08 recipient: Georgia Richtscheid
The RWB School established the Julia Arkos Memorial Award in memory of this long-time teacher whose vision and dedication helped to shape the RWB School.
Rene Highway Scholarship
The Rene Highway Scholarship was established in memory of Rene Highway, a First Nations Canadian from northern Manitoba who began dance classes with the Recreational Division of the RWB School. He went on to dance with the Toronto Dance Theatre, eventually moving to and performing in Europe.
Aaron Paul was the recipent of the 2007-08 scholarship.
Daimler-Chrysler Scholarship
Presented to
Alex Lantz (2007-08), this award was established by Daimler-Chrysler Canada and is awarded to assist a talented student in his or her studies.
Jane McEvoy O'Donnel Scholarship
2007-08 Recipent: Vimala Jeffrey-Howe
Jane McEvoy O'Donnel was a ballet lover who attended RWB performances regularly with her friends. A gift from her estate, with added donations from friends and family, was used to establish this scholarship in her memory.
Dr. Alice Cheatley Scholarship
This award presented to Erin Brennan (2007-08), was established by the board in 1988 to honour Dr. Cheatley's significant contribution to the School. It is presented to a Level V to VII student who demonstrates motivation, high commitment and a love of dance.
Kally Kennedy Memorial Scholarship
Kally Kennedy was a passionate supporter of the RWB and its school, and helped found our Creative Movement program. Awarded to a student in the Teacher’s Course who is training to teach creative movement to preschool children; this year’s scholarship was awared to
Leanne Veale (2007-08).
Nijinski Dance Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 1984 by Casimir Carter, a founding member and first secretary of the Winnipeg Ballet Club and a dancer with the Company from 1939-43 and 1946-49. This award is available to promising Manitoba students of Polish descent and was presented to Filip Kurlowicz in 2007-08.
Odette & Odile Scholarship
The Odette & Odile Scholarship was awarded to Haruho Nitta (2007-08). This scholarship was established by a gift of the DeFehr Foundation. It was named after the principal characters in the great Russian classic, Swan Lake, in recognition of the pursuit of excellence undertaken by all students of ballet, and in honour of the DeFehr's Russian roots.
Juanita Y. Alexander Scholarship for Artistic Excellence
The Juanita Y. Alexander Scholarship for Artistic Excellence was presented to Rebecca Lewis (2007-08). This scholarship was established in 1992 by the Alexander family to commemorate the late Juanita Alexander's lifelong commitment to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet.
Carlson Wagonlit Travel Bursary
Awarded to a professional division student based on talent, motivation and commitment. This year's recipient was
Sara Stockwell (2007-08).
Investors Group Summer Scholarships
Each year Investors Group generously provides up to 11 summer session scholarships, one in each province and one in the Yukon.
The 2007-08 recipents were:
Alexandra Fahlgren
Clara Héroux-Rhymes
Xavier Reigneau
Monica Winstone
Investors Group Professional Division Fall/Winter Scholarships
Investors Group also provides several scholarships each year which support talented students during their fall/winter studies at the RWB School.The 2007-08 recipients were Vivika Ballard,
Jessie Gervais, Renee Plante and Catherine Rutherford.
Graham C. Lount Foundation Bursary
In 2005, the Graham C. Lount Family Foundation generously provided a grant in support of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School's Aspirant Program. Funds from this grant have been awarded in the form of bursaries to the following talented students of the Aspirant Program, as they continue to refine their talents and prepare for careers as professional dancers: Lesley Allred, Kate Armstrong, Ana Cabral, Sarah Davey, Victoria Harvey, Aya Kaneko, Tao Kerr, Katherine McDonald, Yoo Sang Hong, Peter Smida, Brett Taylor and Christine Whyte
Craig Music & Entertainment Scholarship
Awarded to Jerard Palazo (2007-08), this scholarship is annually donated by Craig Broadcasting to support a student in his/her studies at the RWB School.
Esso Kids Award of Excellence Scholarship
This award provides support for a talented young artist in his/her pursuit of excellence in the art of dance. The 2007-08 award was presented to Ryan Booth.
Endowment Award
This award derives from the RWB's Endowment Scholarship Fund to which many hundreds of individuals have made gifts. It was awarded to
Akanbi Babatunde, Peter Kurta and Alena Rieger (2007-08).
ANR Pipeline Scholarship
This scholarship was created by ANR Pipelines to provide support to committed and talented young artists in the company’s target areas of Wisconsin and Michigan. Awared to Alia Tahiri (2007-08) who comes to the RWB School from Delavan, Wisconsin.
Canadian Pacific Scholarship
The Canadian Pacific Scholarship is awarded annually to a Canadian student who has demonstrated an exceptional level of commitment to the art of ballet. Johnstuart Winchell was the 2007-08 scholarship recipent.
Antonio Klockow Memorial Bursary
2007-08 Recipient: Jesse Fraser
Antonio Klockow felt that his life had been greatly enriched because he had been able to study dance, something that was only possible for him because financial assistance was available. This bursary was established in his memory, to ensure that other young artists may share his experience.
Shining River
Awarded to a male ballet student who is from the Interlake area in Manitoba and who is a Treaty Status First Nations person. The award is presented to a student who possesses passion and love of dance, and who has exemplified commitment and consistency over the course of his ballet studies. The recipient for 2007-08 was Fairwind Truscott.
Founders' Scholarship
2007-08 Recipient:
Shaye Firer
This scholarship was established by the board of directors in memory of Gweneth Lloyd and Betty Hey Farrally, founders of the RWB.
Royal Bank of Canada Award
The Royal Bank of Canada Award, presented to Sarah de Vries, Bianca Iulianella-Phillips, Beth Lamont, Natalia Perkovic and Xavier Reigneau (2007-08), is given annually to students who have demonstrated an exceptional level of talent, commitment and achievement. The recipients must be Canadian, with a priority given to students from rural areas.
Arnold Spohr Scholarship
Established by the board of directors to recognize Mr. Spohr's many years with the RWB and the influence and inspiration he has given and continues to give. It is presented to two students annually. The 2007-08 scholarship was presented to James Fisher and Beth Lamont.
Prince Edward Award
The Prince Edward Award was established in 1990 by the Province of Manitoba to commemorate the visit of His Royal Highness Prince Edward. The award is given to two students entering Level V, VI or VII who have shown exceptional talent, commitment and achievement. This year the awards were presented to Vivika Ballard and Tristan Dobrowney.
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