Scholarship Dinner

Each year the Dhillon School of Business and its advisory board acknowledge the contributions of an outstanding member of our community through a scholarship fundraising dinner. Donations raised by the dinner then establish a scholarship fund in the name of the honouree. Proceeds from this fund are used to provide deserving students with financial support that will assist them in attaining their educational goals. To date, more than $2 million has been raised for student scholarships because of this event.

2025 Scholarship Dinner:

In 1985, the Dhillon School of Business launched Canada’s first university program specifically focused on Indigenous economic development, governance and business management. 

This year as we celebrate 40 years of Indigenous business management education, the Dhillon School of Business is pleased to honour the Elders, past, present and future as well as support Indigenous students at the 2025 Scholarship Dinner.

Event details:

• 6 - 9 p.m., Friday, March 21, 2025
• Agri-food Hub and Trade Centre, 101 Exhibition Way South, Lethbridge
• An Indigenous menu will be served (catered by LA Chefs), with accommodations available for dietary concerns. The evening will also feature an Indigenous silent auction and cultural programming.

Get your tickets:

Tickets available until 11:59 p.m. March 17 or until sold out.

• Individual tickets $125
• Table (seats eight) $1,000

Proceeds from the dinner will be used to create a scholarship fund which will disperse annual scholarships for Indigenous students at the University of Lethbridge. Each ticket includes a charitable tax receipt.

Ticket sales are now closed.  

Can't attend the dinner but still want to contribute to the education of Indigenous students? Donate to the Kas’sin Noo nii’ ksi Scholarship here. 

Why it matters:

In March 2025, the Dhillon School of Business will be celebrating the impact of past, present and future Indigenous Elders as well as break down barriers and invest in the education of Indigenous students. 

Elders are critical to the vibrancy on campus. They share their knowledge, wisdom and traditional practices, offer guidance and support, and provide cultural teaching and spiritual mentoring to our students, staff and faculty. 

Your sponsorship not only honors tradition and community but also directly supports scholarships, creating pathways to education and opportunity for the next generation. Together, we can make a lasting impact and support Reconciliation through education.

Meet the Elders in Residence

Through traditional teachings and storytelling, the Elders in Residence at the University of Lethbridge share their knowledge, offer guidance, cultural support and encouragement to the campus community. 

Meet the current and past Elders in Residence that have and are enriching the experiences of University of Lethbridge students, staff, faculty and the broader community.

Learn more about the Elders in Residence currently at ULethbridge. 

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors

Your support—through proceeds from this dinner—celebrates tradition, fosters community and directly funds scholarships that create pathways to education for future generations.

See sponsorship opportunities here.

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Past Honourees

See our past honourees who have scholarship funds in their name.