2012 Bursary Available 

Kamloops Elizabeth Fry Society Women's Educational Bursary (WEB)

General Information:

• Amount: $1000
• Must be a female that is 18 years or older 
• Applications will be accepted from: January 1, 2012 – March 31, 2012 (Application is below)

Please feel free to contact our office at 827 Seymour Street, Kamloops B.C. V2C 2H6

(250)374-2119 / admin@kamloopsefry.com 

Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society is an active community based non-profit agency that offers programs and services in the areas of housing and community justice to people in the Kamloops area, with a focus on women and youth.

This $1000 bursary has been established to offer financial assistance to women, as the Society seeks to support applicants both practically and emotionally, and to foster personal growth and empowerment.

The purpose of the Kamloops Elizabeth Fry Women’s Educational Bursary (WEB) is to offer financial assistance to women, 18 years and older, who are moving to enhance their economic independence and self-sufficiency. The bursary will be awarded to a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who will be attending a recognized Canadian college, trades school, or university in the Kamloops area. Any program will be considered, with the ultimate goal of obtaining a diploma, a degree or certification. All are encouraged to apply, although preference will be given to current or past clients of the Society.

Applicants are requested to fill out the attached application form and provide all the information required. Please ensure that all necessary documentation is completed, signed and that all supporting material is enclosed (copies are acceptable as applications will not be returned).

Applications will be accepted from January 1, 2012 and must be received by 

March 31, 2012. Late, unsigned or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Should you have questions or need assistance filling out your application, please do not

hesitate to contact the Society.

Please note the following:

• Candidates cannot be employees, family of employees, or Board members of KDEFS.
• KDEFS staff is unable to provide letters of reference for applicants.
• The bursary is awarded upon proof of registration from the institution’s registrar, and will be dispersed directly to the educational institution.
• Should you withdraw from the educational institution, please contact KDEFS to discuss your options.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.

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Application Form (please fill out and answer the following):

Kamloops Elizabeth Fry Women’s Educational Bursary (WEB)

Please complete this form to apply for the Kamloops Elizabeth Fry Women’s Educational Bursary (WEB).

Name: 

Phone#: Email:

Address:

Please indicate if you are a current or former client of the Society:  Yes  /    No 

This Bursary will be announced and presented in May 2012 during Elizabeth Fry Week. Please keep that in mind when completing the application. Funding must be used within 18 months of award. If you move before May 2012, please remember to let us know your new contact information.

Application is due by March 31, 2012

• Briefly describe the education or training you have completed so far.

• What other training, job experience or volunteer work have you done?

• If you get the bursary, what will you spend it on (education or training)? How will this award assist you in achieving economic self-sufficiency?

• Where is the training available? Please name the school, college/university or program.

• Approximately, how much will your tuition, books and/or materials cost?

• Do you plan to attend full time part-time evening class correspondence  teleconference 

Other (please specify)

• How many months/years will your training take?

• Approximately when do you have to register for your course (e.g. fall of 2012)?

• Please write one to two pages describing yourself, your financial need and what made you choose this program. Mention how this course fits in with your short-term and long-term goals. (Feel free to add a page if you require more space.)