OPA Foundation News
DIDYOU KNOW?
Did you know that the Ontario Parks Association Foundation was founded in 1986? Or that the OPAF began making student awards in 1990, and since that time we have made 170 student awards with a total value of over $300,000? Pretty impressive! HOW CAN YOU HELP? The Ontario Parks Association Foundation is trying to reach more students to make them aware of the funding available for their education through the Scholarships and Bursaries Program. Every year OPA members hire students who may be interested in a future career in parks or environmental services, conservation, landscaping or one of the other related private or public organizations related to our field. If you know of one or more students who you feel could use some financial assistance and would be deserving of an award you can encourage them to submit an application on line through the OPA website www.ontarioparksassociation. ca. If you feel strongly about the student(s) you are recommending you can also provide a reference letter as part of their application process. WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR STUDENTS TO APPLY? Students must be registered in a college or university program at the undergraduate or graduate level in a program related to our field of service as described above.
Like so many others across the OPA membership, the Foundation board members were saddened to hear of the sudden passing of our long-time Chair, Vic Hergott. Vic led our little group for countless years and was the driving force behind the annual Dave Gower golf tournament. On behalf of all board members, we offer our sincerest condolences to Nathan, Melissa and the rest of the Vic’s family. We also want to thank all those who made a donation on Vic’s behalf; to date, the Foundation has received over $2,000 in his memory.
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