Award Listing
1992 BC Games for the Physically Disabled Award
Created from part of the legacy of the 1992 BC Games for the Physically Disabled held in Maple Ridge that year, this fund provides awards to students with physical disabilities, or those training to enter a field involving work with the physically challenged. Recipients must be BC residents and Canadian citizens. Preference will be given to residents of Pitt Meadows or Maple Ridge.
Ayako Eileen Suarez Memorial Award
This fund was established by Ayako's husband, Andres, and her family. The fund provides an award to students in the Douglas College General Nursing program. Eligible students are also involved in College and/or community activities.
Badrudin (Bud) Charania Memorial Award
This award has been established in memory of Bud Charania, long-time employee of Impark, and friend to Douglas College. The recipients of this award must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater. Applicants from all areas of study will be considered.
Berkey Award in Anthropology
To be awarded to a Douglas College student in the Anthropology Program. Preference will be given to Anthropology students who have completed, or are enrolled in at least one course in Archaeology at Douglas College. The award winner will have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and will have a demonstrated financial need.
Betty Emery Award
This endowment was established by the Faculty of Child, Family and Community Studies of Douglas College to honour Betty upon her retirement and to celebrate her working life and her dedication to her students, colleagues and to Douglas College. The recipient must be a student of the Department of Child, Family and Community Studies.
Beverley Miller Award
This award has been established to recognize the considerable contribution that Beverley Miller has made to the Faculty of Child, Family and Community Studies and to Douglas College as a whole. This award was named for Beverley Miller when she retired from Douglas College. While at Douglas College Beverley was the Dean of the Faculty of Child, Family and Community Studies as well as an instructor in the Health Sciences department. The award will assist students in the Faculty of Child, Family and Community Studies.
Bruce McMillan Performing Arts Award
Family and friends of Bruce McMillan established this award in his memory. Candidates of the award are to be chosen from the Douglas College Performing Arts Program and will have maintained a high level of proficiency in performance and academic subjects. Paramount Studios kindly made a donation to this award in 2010.
Canadian Club of New Westminster and the Fraser Valley Award
This award reflects the Canadian Club of New Westminster and the Fraser Valley’s interests in matters of public concern and in the protection of our heritage and history. The Club also encourages Canadian unity and the increase of knowledge of Canada and other countries in the world. Recipient(s) must be enrolled in the Faculty of Humanity & Social Sciences.
Canadian Western Bank Award
This award was established by Canadian Western Bank to benefit students in need who are enrolled in the Faculty of Commerce & Business Administration at Douglas College. Preference will be given to a student with a course load and structure that could lead to a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Douglas College, and who is also engaged in volunteer activities of service to the community.Cassady & Company Award
Cassady & Company has partnered with Douglas College Foundation to create an award for students in either the Legal Studies Diploma program, or the Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate or Citation programs. Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate evidence of financial need.
Carly Reid Memorial Award
This award was established in memory of Carly Reid, a former Douglas College student enrolled in the Print Futures program, by her family. Recipients must be enrolled in either the Print Futures Diploma program or the Nursing program to qualify. Preference will be given to students with a disability who show compassion and caring to others and exemplify a spirit of joie de vivre.
Cathleen Smith ECE Award
This award was established to honour Cathleen Smith who was hired in 1974 as a member of the original teaching team in the Douglas College Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program. She pioneered and developed ECE courses for working with children needing extra support. She retired from Douglas College in 1994 and moved to Whitehorse where she continues to advocate for children and families and promote high quality early childhood programs. This award is for an ECE student with a preference for a student entering the inclusive practices option.
Charity Advisors Award
This fund was established by Eric Sommerfeld and Tracy Price, investment professionals who are passionate about working with the Non-Profit industry and believe that it is important to give back to and support the communities where they live and work. Candidates of this award must provide a minimum of 40 hours a year of verifiable time as a volunteer at one or more non-profit organizations.
Christine Young Award
This fund has been created by Jean Hammer, in memory of her daughter, Christine. Christine was born with a congenital heart disease. Despite difficulties with her health Christine lived a courageous and spirited life. This award provides aid to students in the Early Childhood Education Program at Douglas College who have a minimum GPA of at least 3.0 and have demonstrated financial need.
College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC Award
The College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses provides two awards annually to students enrolled in the Psychiatric Nursing Bachelor or Diploma Programs in the second year or higher.
Coquitlam Inn Convention Centre Award
This fund has been established by Ron Little, the owner and general manager of the Coquitlam Inn. Preference is given to students in the Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration. Students in other business programs can also be considered. Evidence of involvement in College or community activities is required.
Crozét Science and Technology Award
Established by a past Executive Director of the Douglas College Foundation, Mark Crozét, this award recognizes female students enrolled in either the Faculty of Science and Technology or the Computing Science and Information Systems program at Douglas College. Preference will be given to students displaying a career goal or interest in pursuing a degree in the Sciences.
Currey Family Award
This award was created by Dave Currey, a graduate of the University of British Columbia’s Agricultural Engineering Program, in order to assist outstanding Health Sciences students in their second year or higher who demonstrate financial need. The award honours his wife, Birgit Currey, a nurse in Sweden and at the Vancouver General Hospital, and their daughter, Ingrid Currey, a member of the Psychiatric Nursing Faculty at Douglas College. Preference will given to students enrolled in the Psychiatric Nursing Diploma or Degree Programs and who have volunteered in the community or at the college.Dave Burgess Award
This award is in memory of Dave Burgess, and was established by his Douglas College colleagues. Dave's life was tragically cut short during Summer 2004. Burgess was a Child and Youth Care Counsellor instructor as well as the Youth Justice Program Coordinator. The award will be given out to students in either the Child and Youth Care Program or the Youth Justice Program. This award is given to an "all-around student" - one with good academic standing as well as participation in the Community at large.
Douglas College Faculty Association Award
This fund, established by the Douglas College Faculty Association, provides an award to students enrolled in university transfer, academic or career programs. Students must show a special aptitude or talent in their chosen field and be enrolled in a minimum of nine credits. Preference will be given to students with financial need.
Douglas College Nursing Award
This fund, established in 1983, provides an award for a second-year nursing student.
Eric (Bunny) Moffatt Memorial Award
Bunny spent the majority of his adult life working in the sales and marketing field for a wide variety of companies. For the last 25 years of his life he concentrated specifically on the sales and marketing of new homes for some of the largest construction/land development companies in Western Canada and became a leader in the industry. This fund provides an award to students in the Marketing Program.
Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration Award
Established in 2001 by the Faculty of Commerce and Business Administration from the Faculty Productivity Incentive Fund and international consulting projects. In 2010, this Award was supplemented with funds from the Lothar Heinrich Agencies Scholarship. Candidates for this award will be chosen from the Douglas College Faculty of Commerce and Business. Minimum GPA of 3.0 is required and there should be demonstrated evidence of need for monetary assistance.
Frank Giustra Commerce and Business Award
This award was established by Frank Giustra, Douglas College alumni and noted philanthropist, for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree Program in either the Accounting or the Financial Services and Administration majors. Preference will be given to students in the third and fourth year of this program.
Gordon Gilgan Award
This award has been established in honour of Gordon Gilgan, former faculty and long-time administrator at Douglas College. Gordon Gilgan was instrumental in establishing the Douglas College Centre for International Education, as well as Douglas College's Institute for Urban Ecology. This award is for a student residing in the Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows School District.
HSBC Bank Canada Business Award
This special anniversary endowment fund has been set up by HSBC to support commerce and business administration students attending Douglas College. Preference is given to students involved in community activities.
Ineke Dijks Memorial Award
The Ineke Dijks Memorial Award was established in honour of an inspirational Douglas College instructor and pays tribute to her commitment to education, her students and her family. Recipients must be enrolled in the Geology, Environmental Science and/or Geography program at Douglas College. Preference shall be given to mature students embarking on post-secondary education for the first time.
Jack Cewe Award
This endowment recognizes the lifelong contribution to the community by Jack Cewe, founder and owner of Jack Cewe Ltd., his leadership in terms of the gravel industry and his commitment to his employees. Jack believed in the power of education and supported Douglas College for many years prior to his death in 2008. Eligible students must be entering their second year or higher of any Health Sciences, Commerce and Business Administration or Science and Technology programs at Douglas College and be enrolled in a minimum of nine (9) credits.
Jean Lownds Andrew Award
The Chi Epsilon Alumnae of the Alpha Iota Sorority created this fund in memory of Jean Lownds Andrew. It provides an award to a student from a Douglas College Business and Commerce Program.
Jessie Fenton Canadian Daughters' League Award
This fund was established by the Canadian Daughters' League and is available to a student in a Douglas College teaching program for the disabled. Evidence of involvement in College or community activities is also considered.
Jim Sator Award
To be awarded to a student in the Hotel and Restaurant Management Diploma program who has demonstrated academic achievement, and has a minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipient must be in need of financial assistance.
Laughing Dog Adult Basic Education Award
This award was created by Roy Daykin (former Douglas College Director of Finance) and Linda Fulkerson. They feel they have been fortunate in obtaining post-secondary education over the years and wish to encourage others in pursuing their goals. This award is for students enrolled in a minimum of 9 credits, some of which are Adult Basic Education courses.
Mary Johnson Memorial Award
This award was established by the staff and faculty of the Psychiatric Nursing Department of Douglas College in memory of Mary Johnson and is available to students enrolled in the Psychiatric Nursing program.
Nestle Purina PetCare Award
This award was established in 2009 by Nestle Purina PetCare. This award will benefit students in the Fall semester who are enrolled in the 2nd year of the Animal Health Technology Program. Eligible students must have a top mark in Nutrition 211, have volunteer hours and demonstrate financial need.
The Minerva Foundation Award for BC Women
The Minerva Foundation was established in 1999 to provide funds for projects that will assist women to realize their potential and to create a safe place for them to live and work in British Columbia. The Minerva Foundation has partnered with the Douglas College Foundation to create up to five annual awards for aboriginal female students who reside in BC and are enrolled in any program at Douglas College. The bursaries will be granted based on financial need with preference given to: assisting single mothers in advancing their education; re-training mature women returning to the workforce after a long absence; assisting women in non-traditional fields of study; and assisting women with disabilities to overcome educational barriers.
Real Estate Foundation Award
This fund, established by the Real Estate Foundation, provides bursaries and scholarships to students enrolled in real estate related courses (including but not limited to: environmental economics, marketing management, legal secretary, environmental studies), and who demonstrate the intention to pursue a career in a real estate related field. Licensed real estate agents and family members who plan to pursue a real estate related career are also eligible.
Rickards Business Award
Dave and Elaine Rickards, both Chartered Accountants, established this award in their belief that education is the key to advancement, and that too often the costs of achieving this education prevents students from realizing their goals. They have supported Douglas College through Dave’s involvement with the Self Employment Program, and Elaine’s work as the event coordinator of the Envision Financial Light the Lake Christmas Festival. Light the Lake ran from 2005-2010 and raised in excess of $100,000 for Student Aid. The purpose of this annual fund is to provide an award to two students enrolled in the 3rd or 4th year of the Bachelor of Business Administration (Accounting) Program at Douglas College, have a minimum GPA of 3.0, who are Canadian citizens and who have not received this award previously. Preference will be given to those students who demonstrate financial need and who are residents of the Tri-Cities.
Sally Allan Memorial Award
This award was created in memory of Sally Allan, a former Douglas College student, in loving memory by her daughters. The purpose of this annual fund is to provide an award to students in the English Program. Criteria for eligibility include a mature student status and a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference will be given to students with a disability.
Scotia Bank Financial Management Services Award
The purpose of this annual fund is to provide an award to Douglas College students enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration Financial Services Management Program. From 2010 to 2012, $1,000 shall be made available each year and can be divided between one and three students who fit the criteria. Recipient(s) must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration Financial Services Management Program and have a minimum of 3.0 GPA.Sharon Moore and Matthew McCready Memorial Award
Ken Moore established this fund in memory of his daughter and grandson. The award is granted to any Douglas College student returning to complete or continue their education, or having experience with distance learning or correspondence education. Volunteer involvement in College or community activities is also considered.
The Law Foundation of BC Legal Studies Award
This fund was established by The Law Foundation of BC. Since its creation, the Law Foundation has moved forward with the purpose of supporting programs that advance and promote the rule of law and a just society. To be eligible for this award students must be enrolled in the Legal Studies Diploma program at Douglas College.
University Women's Club of New Westminster Anna Mironoff Memorial Award
The University Women's Club of New Westminster, in memory of Anna Mironoff, has established this fund. This award is offered to a woman in the university transfer program who is a resident of Burnaby or New Westminster and who will be going on to complete a degree program at a university. There should be evidence of involvement in College or community activities.
Virginia Chisholm Memorial Award
The Virginia Chisholm Memorial Award was established to honour the memory of Virginia Chisholm, Douglas College Library Director from 1981-1999. Available to any student in any program who has a GPA of 3.0 and above and shows evidence of financial need.