Awards - Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded annually to BC Hockey registered members to give recognition to those who develop their academic career aspirations while at the same time nourishing their interest in hockey. Applications are available between February 18 and April 30 and reviewed by a selection committee. Monetary awards vary from $500 to $1000.
 
 
To be eligible for a BC Hockey scholarship, an individual in his or her graduating year of high school and must be a current registered member or a former BC Hockey member playing in the Western Hockey League. Applicants are evaluated on academic achievement, sportsmanship, hockey participation and / or quality of contribution, as well as school and community participation and service.
 
The Bruce Allison Scholarship is awarded in memory of the late Bruce Allison of Richmond. Allison was BC Hockey’s 26th president. He was instrumental in establishing and pursuing scholarship opportunities for members of BC Hockey and advocated the pursuit of educational goals through hockey excellence.
 
2011-12 Winner: Sten Sundin, Prince Rupert, BC  
 
The Jeff Butler Scholarship is awarded in memory of the late Jeff Butler who was fatally injured during a Junior A game in September 1985.  Jeff was a dedicated young man with rare qualities of character and determination.
 
2011-12 Winner: Jackson Lindsay, Richmond, BC
 
The Ted Hargreaves Scholarship is awarded in the memory of the late Ted Hargreaves of Nelson who was an integral part of hockey development and coaching. He also combined his passion for hockey with his artistic abilities, illustrating instructional manuals for Hockey Canada. This award was first presented in 2005-2006.
 
2011-12 Winner: Grant Matthews, Robson
 
BC Hockey Scholarships are awarded to recognize and enhance the opportunities presented when furthering one’s education. One of these scholarships is provided by the BC Hockey staff.
 
2011-12 Winners
 
 
Cody Allison, North Saanich, BC
 
Ryan Beach, Vernon, BC
 
Marc Dumont, Kamloops, BC
 
Hannah Mitchell, Port McNeil, BC
 
Trevor Pickett, Vernon, BC
 
Liam Ross, Surrey, BC
 
Breton Trask, Invermere, BC
 
Megan Watt, Prince George, BC
 
Katelyn Yuris, Trail, BC
 
The Jim Stirling Scholarship Program donated by BFL Canada is the top scholarship awarded by BC Hockey. It is sponsored by Hockey Canada’s insurance provider BF Lorenzetti.
 
2011-12 Winner: Jesse Sidaway, Victoria, BC
 

 

 

 

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