GHVA Post-secondary Healthcare Award
Groves Hospital Volunteer Association is committed to providing financial assistance to eligible Grade 12 students at participating schools continuing post-secondary education in the healthcare field and are residents of the service area of Groves Memorial Community Hospital.
Currently, bursaries are awarded to a maximum of six (6) students annually. The eligible recipients will be announced by June 1 and will each receive $1,000.
Eligibility Criteria:
Be a resident of the service area of Groves Memorial Community Hospital
Be a Grade 12 student attending one of Centre Wellington District High School, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic High School, St. James Catholic High School, Emmanuel Christian High School, or St. John's Kilmarnock School.
Be accepted by a university, college or recognized school in a health-related field of study.
What you'll need to apply:
Resume
Two letters of recommendation (cannot be from family members)
Proof of acceptance into a healthcare program
Statement on why you’re pursuing a career in healthcare
2025 Applications:
The deadline to apply is Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 11:59 PM.
Any Questions?
If you have any questions about the application process or the Award, please reach out to GHVA Manager, Nancy Peer-Lalani by email: NPeerlalani@whca.ca.
Read our announcement of the 2024 winners:
We are proud to announce that 6 outstanding students have been selected for the Groves Hospital Volunteer Association Post-Secondary Healthcare Award!
Since 1963, this award has recognized local students who demonstrate academic excellence, a commitment to healthcare, and a passion for making a difference in their communities.
This year, we awarded a total of $6,000 in bursaries, with each recipient receiving $1,000 to support their academic journey. At Groves Hospital Volunteer Association, we believe in investing in the future of healthcare, and these students have shown their dedication and commitment to making a positive impact in the field.
To the winners, your hard work, passion, and academic achievements have set you apart. We applaud your dedication to pursuing a health-related field of study and wish you all the success in your future endeavors.
We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the applicants. Your passion for healthcare and commitment to your studies are truly inspiring.
Read our announcement of the 2023 winners:
🎉 Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 GHVA Post-Secondary Healthcare Award! 🎓🏥 We are proud to announce that 5 outstanding students have been selected for this prestigious bursary. 🌟
This year, we awarded a total of $5,000 in bursaries, with each recipient receiving $1,000 to aid them in their academic journey. 📚💰 We believe in investing in the future of healthcare, and these students have proven their commitment to making a difference.
To the winners, your hard work, passion, and academic achievements have set you apart. We applaud your dedication to pursuing a health-related field of study and wish you all the success in your future endeavors. 🌟💼
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