EllisDon is proud to announce the inaugural EllisDon VIBE Award, an initiative that aligns with our value of Inclusive Diversity and our commitment to nurturing the next generation of industry leaders.

The VIBE Award is an initiative by EllisDon to foster innovation and driving transformation within the construction sector. This scholarship program is dedicated to supporting Black students in their educational journey, helping them build careers in construction and become the transformative leaders our industry needs.

Starting with the 2025-26 academic year, the VIBE Award will offer annual scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to eligible students attending the University of British Columbia, the University of Toronto Scarborough, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, and Dalhousie University. These awards aim to ease the financial burden of post-secondary education and are a testament to EllisDon's belief in the power of diversity to enhance our work and communities.

The award is a direct result of the passionate efforts of EllisDon's employee-led leadership group, VIBE, which is committed to enacting change and creating opportunities for Black Canadians in the construction industry. Application details for the VIBE Award will be available on the respective universities' awards and scholarships pages. We encourage all eligible students to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to advance their educational and professional goals using the links below:

University of British Columbia
University of Toronto, Scarborough
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Dalhousie University

EllisDon is excited to support this initiative and looks forward to the positive impact it will have on the students' lives and on the future of construction.

We believe that an inclusive and diverse workforce is key to building not just structures, but a stronger, more equitable society.