OHF Bursary, News (Minor Hockey Alliance of Ontario)

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Jan 28, 2017 | ALLIANCE Hockey | 2725 views
OHF Bursary
Cambridge, ON - The Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) Bursary Program was introduced in 1997 to recognize and reward dedication in education and hockey. The program provides financial assistance to registered OHF participants to offset the cost of post-secondary education. In the past 20 years, the OHF has distributed more than $390,000 to over 360 post-secondary students.

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Each year, the OHF awards bursaries to outstanding young people who display an incredible amount of commitment both at the arena and in the classroom. The bursary recipients are determined on the basis of academic achievements, hockey involvement and community involvement.

2017 OHF Bursary Program Eligibility & Application Requirements

Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible to receive a bursary, a candidate must meet the following criteria:

  • Be registered for three (3) years within the OHF in any capacity (player, trainer, coach, official)
  • Be registered with the OHF during his/her application season
  • Be a registrant in good standing with the OHF
  • Enrolling in post-secondary full-time studies in Canada for the first time

    Required Documentation:

      • OHF Bursary Application Form
      • A letter from the candidate (maximum 500 words, single spaced) outlining his/her contributions to hockey, what the game of hockey has meant to him/her and other information such as volunteer or community involvement
      • One (1) letter of reference from current school on official letterhead (non-relative)
      • One (1) letter of reference from a hockey related organization on official letterhead (non-relative)
      • Complete copy of Official School Transcript is mandatory
      • A copy of candidates mid-term marks summary

        Note:

          • Applicants will be scored based on their personal contribution to hockey and the community as well as their school related submission
          • The number of recipients and the amount awarded to each will be determined by the OHF Bursary Committee
          • Where financial assistance is needed, consideration will be given

            The Jim Stirling Scholarship Bursary Donated by BFL Canada 

            Each year BFL Canada donates a $1,000.00 educational bursary to a deserving player for his or her continued education. The Jim Stirling Scholarship Bursary is awarded to the top OHF Bursary applicant who receives the number 1 ranking from the OHF Bursary Committee. This applicant will receive the $1,000.00 Jim Stirling Scholarship Bursary.

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