BURSARY & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION 2017
ALL BURSARIES ARE LISTED ONLINE www.gpvanier.ca UNDER GRAD > BURSARY INFORMATION TABLE OF CONTENTS Instructions... i Financial Aid... ii Student Loans. ii Scholarships.. iv Cost Estimate.. iv GROUP ONE BURSARIES. 1 1.1 ANDY S AUTO CENTER BURSARY. 1 1.2 ARDEN SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP. 1 1.3 BARBARA BERNDL ELEMENTARY TEACHER BURSARY 1 1.4 CANADIAN DAUGHTERS LEAGUE ASSOC. #6 BURSARIES.. 2 1.5 R.N. (NORRIE) CAREY MEMORIAL BURSARY. 2 1.6 CITY OF COURTENAY BURSARIES. 3 1.7 JOE CLARKE MEMORIAL BURSARY... 3 1.8 WILLIAM BUD COLBOW BURSARY 3 1.9 COMOX DISTRICT TEACHERS ASSOCIATION BURSARY... 4 1.10 COMOX VALLEY CLASSIC CRUISERS BURSARY 4 1.11 COMOX VALLEY MONARCH LIONS CLUB BURSARY 4 1.12 COMOX VALLEY PRINCIPALS & VICE-PRINCIPALS ASSOC. BURSARY. 5 1.13 COMOX VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT BURSARY. 5 1.14 COURTENAY ELKS B.P.O.E. #60 BURSARY... 5 1.15 NATHAN DA SILVA MEMORIAL BURSARY. 6 1.16 FILBERG HERITAGE LODGE AND PARK ASSOC. BURSARY 6 1.17 HAROLD ROBERT GILL MEMORIAL BURSARY.. 6 1.18 LEE RAYMOND HAMILTON MEMORIAL BURSARY... 7 1.19 HARRIS & COMPANY LLP LAW 12 SCHOLARSHIP.. 7 1.20 BETTINA HOLT LIBRARIAN BURSARY.. 7 1.21 HORNBY ISLAND NEW HORIZONS SOCIETY BURSARY 8 1.22 LORNE IRWIN BURSARY 8
1.23 TRAVIS KARR ENGINEERING BURSARY... 8 1.24 KIWANIS CLUB OF COURTENAY BURSARY 8 1.25 LESLEY LANE BURSARY.. 8 1.26 HELEN LAVER BURSARY. 9 1.27 BILLY LEWIS BURSARY 9 1.28 GEOFF LONGLAND ENGINEERING BURSARY. 9 1.29 RICHARD JOHN SCOTT MACDONNELL MEMORIAL BURSARY.. 9 1.30 MCNISH FAMILY BURSARY. 10 1.31 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL BURSARY. 10 1.32 PIERCY S FUNERAL HOME MEMORIAL AWARD 10 1.33 PLATEAU TEMPLE #7 PYTHIAN SISTERS BURSARY... 10 1.34 ARTHUR & PHYLLIS RAMSELL BURSARY 11 1.35 RANDY RAWSON NIGHTHAWK SCHOLARSHIP FUND.. 11 1.36 REALTORS OF THE COMOX VALLEY BURSARY. 11 1.37 BEULAH A. ROSS BURSARY. 12 1.38 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BOWSER BRANCH 211 BURSARY... 12 1.39 ROYAL PURPLE BURSARIES... 12 1.40 ROYSTON SPIRIT BURSARY. 12 1.41 RYAN VENDING BURSARIES 13 1.42 HANK SCHELLINCK AWARD 13 1.43 TERESA (TUCKY) SCHELLINCK C.M. MEMORIAL BURSARY... 13 1.44 REINHARD SCHNURCH BURSARY.. 13 1.45 JAMES SMALL MEMORIAL BURSARIES 14 1.46 MONSIGNOR J.W. TUNNER MEMORIAL BURSARY. 14 1.47 MONSIGNOR JOHN TUNNER BURSARY. 14 1.48 VANCOUVER FOUNDATION COURTENAY ROTARY BURSARIES 15 1.49 VANIER GRAD LEGACY VALEDICTORIAN BURSARIES... 15 1.50 GUS VESTERBACK BURSARY.. 15 1.51 HENRY WATSON MEMORIAL BURSARY.. 16 GROUP TWO BURSARIES 17 2.1 JIM AITKEN SCHOLARSHIP FUND... 17 2.2 LORI BAKER MEMORIAL AWARD.. 17
2.3 BAYNES SOUND LIONS CLUB IRENE FUDGE MEMORIAL BURSARY. 17 2.4 BRANCH 17 COURTENAY OF THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION. 18 2.5 HILARY BROWN MEMORIAL BURSARY 18 2.6 TIMOTHY BURNS BURSARY. 19 2.7 KIM CATTRALL BURSARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. 19 2.8 CCFCC-NORTH VANCOUVER ISLAND CHEFS ASSOC. BURSARY.. 20 2.9 CEP CHINOOK LOCAL 630 BURSARY 20 2.10 DR. ROBERT E. CLARKE BURSARY. 21 2.11 CV CHILDREN S DAYCARE SOCIETY STUART FODEN MEMORIAL... 21 2.12 COMOX VALLEY FOLK SOCIETY MUSICFEST BURSARIES... 22 2.13 COMOX VALLEY MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY AWARDS.. 22 2.14 COMOX VALLEY NATURE BURSARY. 23 2.15 COMOX VALLEY UNITED SOCCER CLUB BURSARIES.. 23 2.16 COURTENAY FISH & GAME CLUB BURSARIES.. 24 2.17 COURTENAY LITTLE THEATRE BURSARIES 24 2.18 COURTENAY ROTARY CLUB ROTARY 100th YEAR ANNIV. BURS... 24 2.19 COURTENAY ROTARY CLUB - FRED BOSSOM MEMORIAL BURS.. 25 2.20 COURTENAY ROTARY CLUB - HAROLD WOODLAND MEM. 25 2.21 CULTURAL LEADERSHIP AWARD... 25 2.22 CUPE LOCAL 439 MEMORIAL BURSARIES.... 25 2.23 CUPE LOCAL 439 MARGARET ZARUK MEMORIAL BURSARIES.. 26 2.24 DENMAN ISLAND FIRE RESCUE BURSARY.. 26 2.25 PEARL ELLIS GALLERY OF FINE ARTS SOCIETY BURSARY... 26 2.26 EMCON SERVICES BURSARY 27 2.27 EXCEL CAREER COLLEGE BURSARY.. 27 2.28 IAN FORD TRUST FUND BURSARY.. 28 2.29 G.P. VANIER MUSIC PARENTS GROUP BURSARY 28 2.30 ANNE GIBBON MEMORIAL BURSARIES (HOPE AFLOAT CANADA).. 29 2.31 LIAM GRIMM MUSIC MEMORIAL BURSARY 29 2.32 HORNBY ISLAND CO-OP MCPHERSON BURSARY.. 30 2.33 IODE LAURA GORDON CHAPTER BURSARIES. 30 2.34 MARCUS ISBISTER AWARD.. 30 2.35 DR. TERRY JAMES BURSARY 31 2.36 CHRISTOPHER KLEIN-BEEKMAN BURSARY 31
2.37 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BURSARY... 31 2.38 NOLAN LEWIS OSTGARD MEMORIAL BURSARY 32 2.39 LAURA ANDERSON MARKLE (LAMB) BURSARY 33 2.40 NATIONAL DEFENCE EMPLOYEES UNION LOCAL 1007 BURSARY 33 2.41 PARSKVILLE QUILT HOUSE QUILTERS GUILD BURSARIES.. 34 2.42 RAINBOW YOUTH THEATRE MIKE BUTLER FOR TECH. THEATRE... 34 2.43 RAINBOW YOUTH THEATRE BETTY DIXON MEMORIAL BURSARY.. 35 2.44 RAINBOW YOUTH THEATRE THELMA OLIVER MEMORIAL BURSARY. 35 2.45 DULCIE ROGERS MEMORIAL BURSARY... 36 2.46 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BR.17 BURSARIES (N.LOGIE/LAD.AUX.). 36 2.47 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BRANCH 28 CUMBERLAND BURSARIES... 37 2.48 SID WILLIAMS THEATRE SOCIETY BURSARY. 37 2.49 SMART CHOICES- HEALTHY LIFESTYLE BURSARIES... 37 2.50 SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL CLUB OF COURTENAY BURSARIES... 38 2.51 SUSAN STOYLES G.P. VANIER ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BURSARY.. 38 2.52 BILL SWALES MEMORIAL BURSARIES.. 39 2.53 SYSCO VICTORIA BURSARIES 39 2.54 TODAY N TOMORROW PROGRAM BURSARY 39 2.55 VERN THOMPSON BURSARY 40 2.56 UNION BAY CREDIT UNION BURSARIES... 40 2.57 UPPER ISLAND WOMEN OF NATIVE ANCESTRY BURSARY. 40 2.58 VICTORIA DIOCESAN CATHOLIC WOMEN S LEAGUE BURSARY... 41 2.59 ROD WEBB MEMORIAL BURSARIES.. 41
ALL BURSARIES ARE LISTED ONLINE www.gpvanier.ca UNDER GRAD > BURSARY INFORMATION BURSARY APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. READ THROUGH YOUR BURSARY BOOKLET COMPLETELY. 2. APPLY EARLY. Please note that the deadline for receipt of ALL application forms in the Counselling Centre is Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 12:00 noon. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 3. COMPLETE EACH INDIVIDUAL APPLICATION THOROUGHLY AND NEATLY. Be aware that Bursary Committees do not have the opportunity to meet and speak with you personally. The impression of the care you have taken in preparing your package with respect to spelling, organization, and the like often has a great deal to do with their decision. It is well worth taking time and care in preparing and proof-reading it. Remember: false information may result in disqualification. BURSARY APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE: 1) Application Form: GROUP 1 BURSARIES - Fill out only ONE Group 1 application form and on (Chosen By Vanier Bursary Committee) the back check off bursaries you are applying for. GROUP 2 BURSARIES - Fill out a separate application form for EACH (Chosen By Donating Group) Group 2 bursary. NOTE: Some Bursaries/Scholarships require special application forms as noted in the Booklet they are available in the Counselling Office. 2) Letter of Introduction: In less than five paragraphs, try to: a) Introduce yourself assume a stranger will be reading your application. b) Explain your post-secondary educational plans, the institution you plan to attend, and your ultimate career goals. c) Outline your school achievements, personal interests, and community involvements. d) Thank the Bursary Committee members for considering your application. 3) Letters of Reference or Recommendation: Two letters of reference or recommendation should be included from: a current or previous teacher should write about your ability as a student, your study habits, and your motivation. a previous employer or outside community member should outline the tasks for which you were responsible or your involvement. ensure that you give your references at least 10 days to prepare the letter.
4) Resume: An updated resume from Planning class is acceptable. 5.) Current Grades: Copy of your current transcript which can be picked up in the Counselling Office. 6.) Other Pertinent Information: Do not put any applications in individual envelopes. Type on good quality bond paper and return the complete package to the Counselling Centre before WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 2017, 12:00 noon. Please STAPLE pages together, do not use paper clips. FINANCIAL AID There are three main sources in financial aid for students: 1. SCHOLARSHIPS Awarded on the basis of academic excellence, community involvement, affiliation, ect.. Advertised via announcements, Facebook page (Vanier Parents) and on the display board in the Counselling Centre. Applications available in the Counselling Centre. Also check www.bcscholarships.ca 2. BURSARIES Awarded on the basis of student need, performance, or other requirements as specified. 3. LOANS See below. B.C. STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS STUDENT LOANS: Check Websites For Current Updates https://studentaidbc.ca/ Once you have a plan in place for your education, you can start applying to post-secondary institutions. The process of applying differs depending on whether the institutions you are applying to are public or private, and where they are located. If you are planning to take out student loans, ensure that school is designated for that purpose. A basic principle of the program is that the main responsibility for the cost of post-secondary education rests with the student and immediate family (their parents, step-parents, sponsor, legal guardian, or spouse). If you are a B.C. Resident when you apply for student financial assistance in B.C., you automatically apply on the same application for both CANADA STUDENT LOAN and BRITISH COLUMBIA STUDENT LOAN.
B.C. GOVERNMENT GRANTS When you apply for student aid, you will automatically be considered for a non-repayable B.C. Government Grant for years two, three and four if: you are in your first 136 weeks of post-secondary study, and you are studying at a designated B.C. public or private post-secondary school. B.C. Government Grants are no longer available to first year students, but government student loans are available to first year students. PUBLIC GUARDIAN & TRUSTEE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE FUND To be eligible, an applicant must be a former permanent ward of the Province of British Columbia and planning to study at a post-secondary level in an academic, technical, or vocational program during September 2017 August 2018. Deadline to submit completed applications to the Public Guardian and Trustee is April 15, 2017. HOW MUCH MONEY CAN I BORROW? The Student Services Branch of the Ministry of Advanced Education will review the costs and income on your application form to determine how much assistance you are eligible to receive. There is a limit to the amount of assistance you may receive each year. Application packages are available online @ www.studentaidbc.ca Financial Aid Offices at all B.C. public post-secondary schools are available to assist you with the application. Apply early it may take up to six weeks to process your application.?? QUESTIONS?? Ask a counsellor or administrator. They will be happy to assist you. www.bcscholarships.ca https://www.studentscholarships.org/ WEBSITES https://studentaidbc.ca/explore/grants-scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS A. GOVERNOR-GENERAL S BRONZE ACADEMIC MEDAL Commencing in 1984, a Bronze Academic Medal, authorized by the Governor-General, will be awarded to the student from the Georges P. Vanier Secondary School graduating class with the highest academic standing in the G.P. Vanier School graduating class. B. GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS (MINISTRY OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS) 1. Provincial Scholarships: To qualify for a provincial scholarship you must write at least three provincial exams. You must achieve at least a B (73% or above) final mark (provincial exam and school mark combined) in one of the Language Arts 12 (Communications 12, English 12, Francais language premiere 12, or English 12 First Peoples); achieves at least one A (86% or higher) and three B s (73% or higher) on four of his or her best provincial exams (can include the English 12 provincial exam). If you qualify for a provincial scholarship you will receive a voucher for either $1000 or $2000 (top 20 students in the province) in the mail in August. 2. Dogwood District/Authority Awards: District scholarships are awarded to graduating students who have excelled in fields other than academics such as Fine Arts, Applied Skills, Physical Activity and Second Languages. Students who are awarded a district scholarship receive a $500 cheque and a $500 voucher that can be redeemed at a post-secondary institution. COSTS The following is an approximate break down of the cost of ONE year at the University Of Victoria (eight months) for the 2014/15 school year (* please remember totals are approximate): Tuition (Arts or Science) $5,160.00 Books & Supplies up to $1,700.00 Student Fees (includes bus pass) $ 748.00 Residence On Campus $8,366.00 Standard Meal Plan $2,083.00 TOTAL: $18,057.00* This DOES NOT include entertainment, clothing, toiletries, or trips home so students and parents can expect the annual cost to be higher than that quoted above.
GROUP ONE BURSARIES Successful candidates are chosen by the Vanier Bursary Committee. 1.1 ANDY S AUTO CENTER BURSARY EDMUND KAUPE MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary is offered by Andy s Auto Center. It is to be awarded yearly to a graduating Grade 12 student pursuing post-secondary studies in the automotive field, who was also enrolled in the Vanier Automotive program. The bursary will be presented directly to the recipient upon receipt of enrolment and tuition paid to a post-secondary institution. $ 250.00 1.2 ARDEN SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP The Arden Elementary School Parents Advisory Committee is pleased to offer a scholarship award of $500.00 to a former Arden Elementary graduate who is enrolling in a post-secondary institution. The successful candidate must also be a Vanier graduate with a B average and evident good citizenship and community/school involvement. $500.00 1.3 BARBARA BERNDL ELEMENTARY TEACHER BURSARY Barbara Berndl graduated from Vanier with Honours in June 1981. She entered the University of Victoria that year and proceeded toward a Bachelor of Education degree in the elementary field. She maintained her academic excellence over the next four years and was completing a very successful practicum when tragedy struck. Barbara died in a car accident on April 23, 1985. Barbara will be remembered by all who knew her as she passed through our education system and various community groups. Courtenay Elementary, Lake Trail Junior and Vanier Secondary schools all benefited from her academic and extra-curricular activities. In the community, she was active in St. Georges United Church, the Courtenay Recreation Association in gymnastics, and many outdoor recreational activities. Barbara made a lasting impression on those she worked with and was appreciated by everyone. A bursary fund was provided by Barbara s family and friends in memory of her. Each year graduates of Vanier Secondary School proceeding to university and pursuing a career in teaching, are eligible to apply for the bursary, and thereby remember Barbara. $ 1000.00
1.4 CANADIAN DAUGHTERS LEAGUE ASSEMBLY #6 BURSARIES The Canadian Daughters League Assembly#6 Courtenay is an educational fraternal society of Canadian women dedicated to promote the interest of Canada and of Canadians. One of the annual projects of this society is to provide bursaries to deserving graduating grade 12 students male or female who plan to pursue post-secondary education at North Island College campuses. Applicant must have completed all grade 12 courses and be ready to begin postsecondary education. Attention will be paid to academic standings and financial needs. Student must be registered to take on the minimum course load at North Island College which would qualify as a full year of studies to complete year 1 academic or year 1 vocational. Students enrolled in September 2017 who have to wait till January 2018 to get into courses only available starting in January 2018 do qualify for this bursary. Any student who receives upon graduation at the high school a scholarship or many bursaries capable of paying in total for a free year of education at North Island College cannot make claim to this bursary. Deadline for claiming this bursary is December 31, 2017 $ 600.00 x 2 (1 academic; 1 vocational) 1.5 R.N. (NORRIE) CAREY MEMORIAL BURSARY Mrs. Ruth E. Donaldson has established a perpetual bursary in memory of her late husband, R. N. (Norrie) Carey. It is to be awarded to a disadvantaged student, whether that be physical, emotional, or financial, who has demonstrated perseverance in the face of adversity, and is limited to students pursuing academic or vocational training. The recipient will be selected by the Vanier Bursary Committee. $ 750.00
1.6 CITY OF COURTENAY BURSARIES The City of Courtenay recognizes that the Youth of the Comox Valley have immense potential, and those who put forth efforts to make the Comox valley a better placer need to be encouraged, recognized, and celebrated. By providing a bursary fund, the City intends to encourage community involvement, and assist young people in their pursuit of further education (this includes lifestyle development training). This bursary is offered to all grades 9, 10, 11, and 12 students at the Aboriginal Education Centre, Glacier View, Lake Trail, Mark Isfeld, Vanier, and Navigate (NIDES). Students must be a resident of Courtenay, be active in the community as a volunteer, and possess a successful academic standing, and positive work habits. Students who demonstrate financial need will be given priority. $ 250.00 x 7 (2 to Grade 12 students; 2 to Grade 11 s; 2 to Grade 10 s; 1 to Grade 9 s) 1.7 JOE CLARKE MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary is provided as a memorial to the late Joseph Clarke. Mr. Clarke was a longtime resident of the Comox Valley and active in the Knights of Columbus, both 3 rd and 4 th degrees. Mr. Clarke took a great interest in the community and his fellow man and for this, received a number of recognitions including the Family Of The Year award from the Knights of Columbus. This bursary will be awarded to a student with a high academic standing, actively involved in school and/or community affairs, and financial need will be an important consideration. 1.8 WILLIAM BUD COLBOW BURSARY This bursary is provided from a fund established by the estate of William Lloyd Colbow and administered by the Comox Valley Community Foundation. The recipient must be connected in some way with the Comox Valley and be pursuing studies in Agriculture or Forestry. $1,000.00
1.9 COMOX DISTRICT TEACHERS ASSOCIATION The Comox Valley Teachers Association are teachers in School District No.71, who offer a bursary for graduating students. There is one award to a G.P. Vanier graduate with a preference given to a student who intends to proceed into a Teacher Education Program. Bursaries may be held for a student for up to one year if the student requests. Upon receiving the bursary award the recipient shall send a letter and a grad photo to the CDTA giving a brief description on how they will use the funds for the CDTA newsletter. The graduating student shall then receive a cheque from the Association 1.10 COMOX VALLEY CLASSIC CRUISERS BURSARY The Comox Valley Classic Cruisers Car Club was established in 1986 as a social activity for people interested in preserving antique and collectable vehicles. We have many interesting and unique vehicles with members that all have the same interest: CARS! Requirements: 1. Must be a Grade 12 Graduate; 2. Must show financial need; 3. Must register and be accepted in an automotive course or an apprenticeship program after graduation. $ 700.00 1.11 COMOX VALLEY MONARCH LIONS CLUB BURSARIES The Comox Valley Monarch Lions Club, chartered in 1992, is proud to be one of 46,000 International Lions Clubs comprised of over 1.4 million members throughout the World. The bursary program is one of many local community commitments, and is an integral aspect of the Lions Motto, We Serve. This bursary will be given to a graduating student who is proceeding on to a nonprofessional vocation. Preference will be given to those entering a trades or technical vocation. In keeping with the Lions International Motto We Serve, the successful student must exhibit exemplary citizenship and public/community service. Enrolment at a recognized post-secondary institution within one year of awarding the bursary must be proven to receive it. $ 1000.00 x 2
1.12 COMOX VALLEY PRINCIPALS & VICE-PRINCIPALS ASSOC. BURSARIES The Comox Valley Principals & Vice-Principals Association is pleased to award two bursaries of $500.00 each to Vanier graduates. These bursaries will be awarded to students proceeding to a college, university or vocational institute, one academic and one vocational/athletic. Guidelines for selection are: 1. The student must be proceeding to an approved post-secondary institution. 2. The student must have made a contribution of service to the school or community at large. 3. Proof of registration must be submitted by October 31, 2017. x 2 (1 academic; 1 vocational/athletic) 1.13 COMOX VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT BURSARY The Comox Valley Regional District encourages and supports educational pursuits in the area of water and waste water services. Criteria will be proof of registration and attendance at a relevant Canadian accredited post-secondary institution offering Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) training such as : Okanagan College, Thompson Rivers University, B.C.I.T, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, NIC. Applicants must provide proof of involvement in extra-curricular activities, a letter of introduction as stipulated by the respective schools bursary application process, as well as two letters of reference from a non-relative. $1,000.00 1.14 COURTENAY ELKS B.P.O.E. #60 BURSARY The Courtenay Elks is pleased to offer one bursary to graduating students who enroll for full courses of study in a post-secondary institution. Guidelines for selection are FIRSTLY financial need, and further qualified by: 1. school achievement, and 2. citizenship and involvement in school and/or community activities. $ 1,000.00
1.15 NATHAN DA SILVA MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary is in memory of a wonderful young man who was a tremendous role model to his peers and whose life was tragically cut short in an automobile accident on his way to play in a Vanier Senior Boys Basketball game. The recipient of this award should have shown qualities of leadership and integrity and be proceeding to further education. The applicant s integrity will be the prime focus. 1.16 FILBERG HERITAGE LODGE AND PARK ASSOCIATION BURSARY This bursary is to be presented to a graduating student entering studies at a B.C. college or university in the field of history and/or horticulture. This award is made possible by the generosity of our volunteers. 1.17 HAROLD ROBERT GILL MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary is offered to a graduate of G.P. Vanier Secondary school who exemplifies the qualities of leadership and sportsmanship. Mr. Gill retired to the Comox Valley in 1980 after serving in the Merchant Marines and working as a longshoreman. As he only had a Grade 8 education, he wanted to be able to help students further their education. $ 2,000.00
1.18 LEE RAYMOND HAMILTON MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary is established in memory of Lee Raymond Hamilton who died tragically at the age of 20. Lee's family have carried on Lee s passion for working with his hands by creating this bursary, in his honour and memory, for those students wishing to continue their education in the trades. Lee graduated from GP Vanier in 2011. He discovered through taking the shop classes that he wanted to pursue his passion for woodworking. He was known as a very hard-working, skilled, caring and compassionate young man that despite life's challenges, persevered and never gave up. Lee created his own success and developed his own business called Hamilton Creations that created wood "creations" from recycled pallets and other discarded wood products. His success and creativity in this venture was even documented by Island Television, a testament to what he stood for and his talents. This bursary is to be awarded to a deserving student graduating from GP Vanier, entering a recognized trades program, who has shown a love for their chosen trade and has a strong work ethic. We must always remember to not just use grades in school to measure intelligence and potential for success. Our future relies on a diversity of skill sets, some using their minds, other their hands, or both. Students with learning disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 1.19 HARRIS & COMPANY LLP LAW 12 SCHOLARSHIP The Harris & Company Scholarship is available to a Law 11 or 12 student who excels in this course of study. We are offering our scholarship in the amount of $200.00 to a student for the purpose of the student pursuing his or her post-secondary education at a recognized Institution, College or University. $ 200.00 1.20 BETTINA HOLT LIBRARIAN BURSARY This bursary is made available through the endowment of Bettina Holt, in memory of her father Frank Holt. Bettina was a librarian at the Courtenay District High School for 12 years from September 1955 to December 1967. Preference will be given to students proceeding to a university degree in librarianship. If no applicant meets this requirement, students proceeding to a university degree in English, History or the Humanities will be eligible.
1.21 HORNBY ISLAND NEW HORIZONS SOCIETY BURSARY Hornby Island New Horizons Society offers an annual bursary of $1000.00 to a grade 12 graduate of School District #71, Comox Valley. The recipient will have attended a minimum of 2 years at Hornby Island Elementary School, and will be enrolled in a postsecondary institution in a program leading to a diploma or degree. New Horizons will issue a cheque to the recipient, upon receipt of proof of registration at an appropriate institution. Acceptance of this bursary may be deferred for up to one year upon written request to the New Horizons Board. $ 1,000.00 1.22 LORNE IRWIN BURSARY The recipient of this bursary should be an all-round student possessing abilities in academics, athletics and service, who is proceeding to a post-secondary institution and attended Cumberland Junior School. $250.00 1.23 TRAVIS KARR ENGINEERING BURSARY This bursary is available to students graduating from G.P. Vanier who are pursuing postsecondary education in engineering at a B.C. university. The student must be enrolled in a full-time program in engineering at either Simon Fraser University, the University of British Columbia, or the University of Victoria. They must provide a letter of application including what field of engineering they are pursuing and why. Applicants will be asked to provide a copy of the university acceptance letter before the bursary is awarded. $ 1000.00 1.24 KIWANIS CLUB OF COURTENAY The Kiwanis Club of Courtenay Bursary is to be awarded to a Vanier graduate who shows academic promise, demonstrates financial need, and has a record of school and/or community involvement. Subject to budget. $ 2,000.00 1.25 LESLEY LANE BURSARY This bursary is presented in memory of Lesley Lane. It is to be presented to a Vanier Business/Secretarial graduate. The recipient should be an overall well-rounded student who gives their best to their studies, the school, and their family and community. $ 100.00
1.26 HELEN LAVER BURSARY This bursary was provided by Cliff Laver in recognition of his wife Helen, who was an inspiration to him over the many years that the Laver family has lived in and served the Comox Valley. Graduates of Vanier proceeding to further education are eligible. 1.27 BILLY LEWIS BURSARY This bursary is presented by the family of the late Billy Lewis, who was a graduate of Vanier in the year it opened. Billy died of cancer in June 1969. $ 200.00 1.28 GEOFF LONGLAND ENGINEERING BURSARY This bursary is provided from a fund established in memory of Geoff Longland, and administered by the Comox Valley Community Foundation. This bursary is offered to a deserving student whose ordinary residence is the Comox Valley School District and who fulfills the following criteria: 1. a student who is pursuing or entering a course of post-secondary study in the field of Engineering, and 2. a student who will be attending the University of British Columbia. 1.29 RICHARD JOHN SCOTT MACDONNELL MEMORIAL BURSARY Family and friends of the late Scott MacDonnell, a Vanier graduate in 1992, have established a bursary to be awarded annually to a student proceeding to post-secondary education. The recipient of this bursary should be an active, positive member of the school community. He or she should be enrolled in a post-secondary institution within 27 months of high school graduation.
1.30 MCNISH FAMILY BURSARY This bursary is designed to carry on our family tradition of participation in the community. The bursary will be awarded to the graduating student who best exhibits the attributes of citizenship and who participates and, if necessary, leads in community/school activities voluntarily and with interest. $ 400.00 1.31 NORTH ISLAND COLLEGE FOUNDATION HIGH SCHOOL BURSARY A bursary in the amount of $1000.00 will be awarded to a G.P. Vanier student who is entering North Island College (on a full-time basis*) directly upon graduation. The recipient will have a C+ average in their Grade 12 year and demonstrate financial need. The recipient must be enrolling in college or university level courses. * Full-time attendance is defined as enrolled in a minimum of 3 courses per semester. The award will be applied to tuition fees upon registration. $ 1,000.00 1.32 PIERCY S FUNERAL HOME MEMORIAL AWARD Piercy s Funeral Home is pleased to offer this award annually in memory and in honour of those they serve. The successful candidate must be a graduate of G.P. Vanier who is proceeding directly to a recognized post-secondary institution in full-time enrolment. He/she must be a well-rounded student who shows good academic achievement and be active in school and civic affairs. 1.33 PLATEAU TEMPLE #7 PYTHIAN SISTERS BURSARY The Pythian Sisters of Plateau Temple #7 are pleased to offer a $500 bursary to the 2017 graduating class of G.P. Vanier. Applicants must be planning to attend a post-secondary education institution within the next year. Cheque will be made payable to the institution upon notification of registration. This bursary will be awarded to a student of a family affiliated with the Pythians or will be awarded to a student based on financial need.
1.34 ARTHUR & PHYLLIS RAMSELL BURSARY This bursary is provided from a fund established by Arthur & Phyllis Ramsell and administered by the Comox Valley Community Foundation. The recipient must be pursuing a career in the field of Health Care. The Ramsell s are interested in supporting higher education firstly in the area of Nursing, and secondly in General Health Care. $1,000.00 1.35 RANDY RAWSON NIGHTHAWK SCHOLARSHIP FUND The 409 Squadron and friends of the late Randy Rawson have provided a bursary as a memorial to Randy. Randy was born in Comox on March 26, 1965 and lived in several Canadian provinces before the family returned to the Comox Valley where Randy completed his Grade 12 graduation with honours from Vanier in June 1983. Randy was very active in school and community activities, including being a paper boy, a scout, a CRA volunteer, and a member of minor hockey and church youth groups. He joined the military services as an officer candidate and attended the Electrical Engineering Faculty of the University of Alberta in Edmonton. The whole community was shocked and saddened by his sudden death in a car accident on June 29, 1984. The bursary is awarded to a Vanier graduate who meets the following criteria: 1. has been accepted into the Canadian Armed Forces as an officer candidate; 2. if no officer candidate applies, a graduate accepted into military service will be eligible; 3. preference will be given to an applicant who has attended a driver-training course at an accredited driver training school; 4. the applicant must have participated in local community work with children. $ 200.00 1.36 REALTORS OF THE COMOX VALLEY BURSARY The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board, on behalf of the members of the Comox Valley, offers a $1000 bursary to each Comox Valley High Schools. The bursaries will go to successful graduating students planning on taking building-trade related courses. $ 1,000.00 ** This bursary is pending
1.37 BEULAH A. ROSS BURSARY This bursary is provided from a fund established by the late Beulah A. Ross. Grade 12 students from Hornby Island are eligible. If no student applies, the award is given to the Hornby Island School Library. $ 100.00 1.38 ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BOWSER BRANCH 211 This bursary is open to graduating students of Vanier who reside in the Qualicum Bay, Bowser, Deep Bay, Fanny Bay, Union Bay, Denman Island and Hornby Island areas whose parents or grandparents meet one of the following guidelines: War Veteran, member of the Armed Forces, or active member of RCL #211 Bowser. Applications will be judged on the basis of scholastic ability as determined by the school; financial need; qualities of leadership in the school and/or community; and qualities which indicate special achievement or promise. The candidates must be proceeding to a Canadian university, a registered school of nursing, a regional college or vocational school. This award must be utilized by December of the next year following graduation. $ 750.00 1.39 ROYAL PURPLE BURSARIES This organization has provided bursaries for graduates of Vanier for a very long time. Graduates must be proceeding to further education either at a university or vocational level. These bursaries will be awarded to a graduating student upon proof of entry into an approved post-secondary training program with the time frame June 2017 to January 2018. Important consideration will be given to financial need and academic standing. $ 1,000.00 x 2 1.40 ROYSTON SPIRIT BURSARY The recipient of this bursary has attended Royston Elementary School for a minimum of 4 years. Carrying with them the spirit of Royston Elementary School and its community throughout their school career. The recipient may or may not achieve high grades but, more importantly, be community minded and contribute to their chosen community in a memorable way.
1.41 RYAN VENDING BURSARY This bursary will be awarded to a student pursing post-secondary education in the field of Business or Marketing. $350.00 1.42 HANK SCHELLINCK AWARD This award, established in honour of the first principal of G.P. Vanier Secondary School, Mr. Hank Schellinck, is presented annually to a Grade 12 student selected as the most outstanding citizen of Vanier for the current school year. The student chosen will have contributed in an outstanding way to a number of aspects of G.P. Vanier Secondary School s programs. NOTE: No application is required for this award. The Vanier Bursary Committee will nominate and select the winner each year $ 1,000.00 1.43 TERESA (TUCKY) SCHELLINCK, C.M. MEMORIAL BURSARY The Tucky Schellinck C.M. Memorial Bursary was established to honour a long-time Valley resident who gained recognition for her tireless efforts to help the less fortunate of our community. Vanier, often referred to as her 8 th child, held a special place in Tucky s heart. She enjoyed supporting students in extra-curricular and sporting events. In keeping with Tucky s dedication to those in need, this bursary will be awarded to the Vanier graduate who requires financial assistance to pursue a post-secondary education at North Island College. $ 1,000.00 1.44 REINHARD SCHNURCH BURSARY This bursary is provided by the family of the late Reinhard Schnurch, a graduate of Vanier, who was killed in a motorcycle accident. The recipient must show academic ability, be proceeding to a recognized institution of post-secondary education, and be in need of financial assistance.
1.45 JAMES SMALL MEMORIAL BURSARIES These bursaries are provided from the estate of the late James Small, who bequeathed these funds in appreciation of the medical team who treated him after a massive heart attack. This estate represents many years of hard work in Vancouver Island forests. It is intended to assist a student whose aim is to become a progressive leader in promoting good health so the public will receive maximum benefit from Jim Small s hard-earned fortune. Applicants must: 1. be making application to a recognized public post-secondary institution within Canada or the United States to pursue a specific program in the medical field. 2. be graduating from G.P. Vanier Secondary School. 3. demonstrate excellent academic performance, particularly in science-related disciplines. 4. be free of involvement with illicit drugs or other criminal activity. 5. possess a high level of interpersonal skills including good communication skills and a flexible and co-operative attitude. 6. demonstrate commitment to hard work and a dedication to start and complete tasks. 7. demonstrate the need for financial assistance. $ 2,500.00 x 2 1.46 MONSIGNOR J. W. TUNNER MEMORIAL BURSARY Graduates of School District #71 schools proceeding to religious studies in a major Christian denomination are eligible to apply. If there are no applicants in any one year, the bursary will be awarded to a student proceeding to a university in the field of education. 1.47 THE MONSIGNOR JOHN TUNNER BURSARY Catholic churches in the Comox Valley, Knight of Columbus, and personal friends of Monsignor Tunner contributed to a bursary fund in honour of the Monsignor s 60 th anniversary in the priesthood. Monsignor Tunner was a parish priest in the Valley for 35 years. Since many of his friends are from other religious denominations, all graduates of Vanier and dependants of the Dr. Briggs Council of the Knights of Columbus proceeding to further education are eligible.
1.48 VANCOUVER FOUNDATION /ROTARY CLUB OF COURTENAY BURSARIES The Vancouver Foundation, on behalf of The Robert & Florence Filberg Fund, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Courtenay, offers scholarships/bursaries to graduates of the Comox Valley. The selection criteria include academic achievements, character qualifications including leadership, community involvement, participation in extracurricular activities and vocational excellence. The bursaries must be used within 2 years following graduation. $ 2,000.00 x 2 Academic; $ 1,000.00 x 1 Vocational 1.49 VANIER GRAD LEGACY VALEDICTORIAN BURSARIES This bursary is awarded to the male and female Valedictorian on proof of entry into an approved post-secondary educational institution. This award is presented in recognition of the student s selection by his and her peers as an outstanding member of the graduating class and as spokesperson for his and her graduating class. This bursary is funded by the Grad Legacy Class of G.P. Vanier. Valedictorians must meet the selection criteria distributed in May of each year. $ 200.00 x 2 1.50 GUS VESTERBACK BURSARY Gus Vesterback was a dedicated teacher. He coached and supported the extra-curricular activities of thousands of students in the Comox Valley. Mr. Basketball, as he was known, came to teach at Tsolum School in 1947, where he remained until 1963. During that time he coached the basketball team and acted as Vice Principal for 8 years. In 1963 he transferred to Courtenay High School and came to G.P. Vanier School when the school opened in 1967. He continued to give excellent academic service and assisted with all sports, especially basketball. A master teacher was lost on June 19, 1980 when Gus suffered a fatal heart attack. His friends and relatives established a bursary fund in his memory. Revenue from the fund provides a bursary each year to a Vanier graduate who is active in the Vanier extra-curricular sports program.
1.51 HENRY WATSON MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary was established to remember Henry Watson who taught in Cumberland for 42 years, twenty of those years as principal of Cumberland High School. He had a long career of dedication to local education and betterment of his community. He will always be remembered by those who knew him, coaching basketball, soccer and track as well as serving on many local boards. This bursary is to be awarded to a graduating student who showed school spirit, dedication and leadership, which contributed to the success of the school. $300.00
GROUP TWO BURSARIES Successful Candidates Are Chosen By The Donor Organization. 2.1 JIM AITKEN SCHOLARSHIP FUND This scholarship is provided to honour the memory of Dr. James Aitken, a Denman Island resident and an outstanding Canadian geologist. The recipient must be a Denman Island resident and a graduating student who has achieved scholarship excellence and who intends to pursue post-secondary studies. 2.2 THE LORI BAKER MEMORIAL BURSARY The Lori Baker Memorial Bursary was established in 2005 in memory of Lori who was a long time employee of G.P. Vanier, working as a Cafeteria Aide. Lori went on to establish a very successful restaurant called McSwiggins Café in Courtenay. Sadly, Lori passed away in January 2005 after a very brief illness. This bursary will be awarded to a student of G.P. Vanier who possesses a passion for the culinary arts and has been involved in the school s Cafeteria program OR to any student who shows a financial need and is planning to continue their education at any secondary institution. $ 200.00 2.3 BAYNES SOUND LIONS CLUB IRENE FUDGE MEMORIAL BURSARY This bursary has been provided by the family of Irene Fudge. It has been established and maintained by the Baynes Sound Lions Club, serving the areas of Buckley Bay, Denman Island, Hornby Island, Fanny Bay and Union Bay. Any student residing in one of these communities who wishes to further their education in a post secondary or vocational school is welcome to apply. Students applying for this bursary can already be a graduate from any recognized school associated with School District 71. The following criteria must be met in order for this bursary to be awarded: students must include their school, volunteer, sports and community activities in their application recipients must be proceeding to a post secondary or vocational school within 27 months of being chosen for this bursary Students must be a full time resident of one of the communities listed above. (The Donor Group may elect to divide the maximum annual amount of the bursary between eligible candidates) $500.00
2.4 BRANCH 17 COURTENAY OF THE ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION BURSARIES The Royal Canadian Legions have extensive scholarships and bursary programs for local students. Bursaries are awarded on the basis of personal and family need. The bursary listed below is provided to graduates proceeding to a university or equivalent in British Columbia. Military affiliation is a consideration. All details requested on the special application form (available in the Counselling Office) should be included. Failure to complete the application in its entirety will result in the application NOT being considered. Applicants must be planning to attend the institution of their choice in the year the bursary is awarded. JOHNNY CROCKETT BURSARY($1000.00): Financial need is the prime requirement. ARTHUR SUTTON BURSARY ($1000.00): Financial need is the prime requirement. GLENN CLARK BURSARY ($1000.00): Involvement in Cadets (Army, Navy or Air Force) or a Pipe Band will be a consideration, however financial need will be the prime consideration. POPPY FUND BURSARY ($1000.00): Financial need is the prime consideration for this bursary, and is primarily for a student who is a child or grandchild of a current or former military member. SPECIAL APPLICATION REQUIRED FROM THE COUNSELLING OFFICE. $ 1,000.00 x 4 2.5 HILARY BROWN MEMORIAL BURSARY Hilary Brown lived for about 70 years on Hornby Island until her death in 2007. Throughout her life on Hornby and before she played important leadership roles. She participated in the founding of several institutions on Hornby and was the first Chair of the Island Trust. She had a lifelong interest in children and youth and their education. She was the founder of Heron Rocks Friendship Centre Society to which she bequeathed her property. The recipient must be attending a post-secondary program at a public university or college. He or she must now be living on Hornby Island or have had an attachment to Hornby Island by having taken a significant portion of his or her earlier schooling on Hornby. $500.00
2.6 TIMOTHY BURNS BURSARY (Alicia Burns Bequest Fund) The Alicia Burns Bequest Fund, held at the Vancouver Foundation established the Timothy Burns Bursary following her death in September 2006. Alicia Burns was born in the Comox Valley and received her initial education in School District 71. She was raised from age 5 by her mother, who was a tremendous force in shaping Alicia s view of the world. She was academically motivated, athletically inclined and able, and always a participant in student affairs. Alicia was constantly striving to better her education and sought challenging positions to maximize her ability to contribute which led her into politics in the late 80 s and she was elected as the first woman mayor in the Valley. Among her last wishes was a desire to continue to give back to her home community through scholarships. She wished these to be in memory of two members of her family who predeceased her and were very important to her. These two individuals were her mother Florence Burns and her younger brother Tim. The Timothy Burns Bursary is an annual bursary presented to a student at G.P. Vanier in memory of Timothy. He was born the youngest of 8 children and was raised entirely by a single parent as his father died when he was just 8 months old. He grew up in the Valley and was know for his sense of humour. Tim attended various Valley schools, one being Vanier. Sports were very important to Tim, who excelled in cross country running, basketball and baseball. There are still trophies at Valley schools bearing his name. At age 19 Tim died of an inoperable malignant brain tumor. This bursary is to be given out for more than just academic achievement. It is to be given to students who were involved with athletics, but not just jocks ; who participated in student government and other activity clubs; and who were raised by a single parent or faced other challenging backgrounds. Also its importance is to help a student who is adventurous and wants to push their limits by seeking to move their horizons beyond the familiar grounds of the Comox Valley. Both Alicia and Tim felt it was essential that we should experience and learn from those outside our normal circle of family, friends and community. $ 2,000.00 2.7 KIM CATTRALL BURSARY FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS This bursary is provided by Kim Cattrall, who grew up in the Comox Valley and attended G.P. Vanier. The bursary is established to further the opportunities of those applicants seeking post-secondary education and/or vocational training in the performing arts. Applicants must be a graduate of G.P. Vanier, must be pursuing post-secondary education or vocational training in the performing arts, financial need is a strong consideration, applicant should demonstrate active community involvement. $ 3,000.00
2.8 CCFCC-NORTH VANCOUVER ISLAND CHEFS ASSOCIATION BURSARY The CCFCC-North Vancouver Island Chef s Association offers a bursary in the amount of $250.00 towards Culinary Arts training. This bursary will be awarded to a high school student in SD #71 that is pursuing a career in the Culinary Arts. This student must be attending a local college to pursue their career. Funds will be released upon confirmation of enrollment in programming. Priority will be given to a student that has taken foods in high school and has shown an interest in the Culinary Arts. Application Process: The application process is a letter to the Chef s Association outlining your interest in the Culinary Arts, career goals and what local college you will be using the bursary/ scholarship funds for. Also a letter of reference is required from your teacher, employer, chef or mentor. All applications must be submitted online to info@northvancouverislandchefs.com by midnight on April 30, 2017. Any late applications will not be accepted. Recipients will be announced at the June Installation Dinner. Any bursary and scholarships not awarded or accepted may be carried over until the next year. $ 250.00 2.9 CEP CHINOOK LOCAL 630 BURSARY CEP Chinook Local 630 represented the paper workers at Elk Falls Mill in Campbell River from 1952 until the mill closure in 2010. As a result of no longer having an active membership, Chinook Local 630 has created a bursary fund for students going in to any post-secondary or vocational education program. Commencing in June 2014, and continuing for 25 years, a bursary in the amount of $1000 will be awarded to a graduating candidate that demonstrate financial need, and successfully answer the following essay question: What does the labor movement mean to me? This bursary is open to any student graduating from School District 71. Preference will be given to qualified candidates that can prove a hereditary relationship to a former CEP Chinook Local 630 member. SPECIAL APPLICATION FORM IS AVAILABLE IN THE COUNSELLING OFFICE. $ 1,000.00
2.10 DR. ROBERT E. CLARKE BURSARY This bursary is awarded on the basis of scholarly and community merit, strength of character, and financial need to a Comox Valley student pursuing a career in the Health Sciences. - Academic gold or silver honour roll standings in Grades 11 and 12; - Contribution to the community at large; - Character i) That which a person really is; nature; disposition; ii) Strength of mind, resolution, independence, individuality; iii) A unique or extraordinary individual, characterized by notable traits. 1. Applicants will be short listed by the School Bursary Committee with final selection being made by the Clarke family or their designate. 2. In 400 words or less, please explain your interest in the health care field, your career plans in this field, and why you believe you should be the candidate selected for this award. 3. Release of the bursary requires proof of registration and attendance at a postsecondary institution. 4. The successful candidate will receive $1,500 for each of 2 consecutive years of study. If the candidate discontinues their studies at any time, any remaining monies due to that student will be forfeited. 5. Consideration will also be given to exceptional candidates who have previously graduated from a Comox Valley High School and are pursuing a career in the health sciences. $ 3,000.00 2.11 COMOX VALLEY CHILDREN S DAYCARE SOCIETY - STUART FODEN MEMORIAL BURSARY The Comox Valley Children s Daycare Society - Stuart Foden Memorial Bursary is a districtwide bursary, available for a graduating student of School District #71. The criterion for this bursary is: The recipient will be entering the Early Childhood Care and Education program at North Island College full time. The person will be selected by a committee from the Comox Valley Children s Daycare Society as this is a district wide bursary.