Nora Yuet Ngor Cheung Memorial Education Bursary - Tomorrow's Topkids Child Care Society

The Nora Yuet Ngor Cheung Memorial Education Bursary Information.

Nora was a valued member of the Tomorrow’s Topkids family, first as a staff member for nine years, and, upon her retirement in June 2015, as a Board Member. Nora received a Bachelors of Social Work from the University of Hong Kong Polytechnic University, applying her education, skills and knowledge to working with school age children. She was well respected among her peers, the children in her care, their parents, and the school community.
Nora encouraged our staff team; to further their education; to enroll in community workshops; to never become complacent; to challenge themselves; and to believe in themselves and do their best.
This bursary is dedicated to a special person who reminds us we can always do better.
The Nora Yuet Ngor Cheung Memorial Education Bursary is available to all current staff members presently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution.
This is a non-repayable gift to be awarded to a current staff member to honour student excellence and enable the pursuit of post-secondary education at an accredited institution.

Eligibility

Applicants must be permanent full-time or part-time staff members working a minimum of 15 hours per week on average in a Tomorrow’s Topkids program for a minimum of two years.
Applicants must be registered in a full-time program or course load at their post-secondary institution.
Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Amount of Bursary

Bursaries ranging in sizes up to $3,000.00 can be awarded to qualifying students.
Applicants are only eligible for one award per calendar year.

Application Dates

March 31st to June 30th
Applications must be received within the dates noted above to be reviewed and considered for a bursary. Late applications will be returned to sender.
Please read carefully to ensure that your application is not delayed or rejected.

Name

First

Last

Street Address

City

Postal Code

Phone Number

Email

Intended Post-Secondary Institution

Last grade completed or current year of study

Field of Study

Applicant Statement: I certify that the information provided on this application is true and completed to the best of my knowledge. If required, I will provide supporting documentation for verification of information provided and award eligibility. I authorize the Tomorrow's Topkids Child Care Society Board of Directors to verify information collected on the application and I consent to the disclosure of information on the application to government study loan agencies and the BC Ministry of Advanced Education as required. In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOIPPA) personal information can be used for the purpose for which it is collected; for a reason consented to by the individual.

Yes, I certify the information provided is true and completed to the best of my knowledge.
Yes, I consent to the disclosure of information in accordance with the FOIPPA.

Centre Attended

Were you a Leader?

Yes
No

How many years were you a Leader?

Were you a Junior Staff Member?

Yes
No

How many years were you a Junior Staff Member?

a volunteered volunteer

Who was your immediate supervisor?

Did you participant in QUEST?

Yes
No

What were your main responsibilities as a Leader?

Do you remember how many hours of volunteer work you completed for the betterment of your community?

Did you volunteer in a summer program? If yes, when and what was your role?

Non-TTK Volunteer Experience Explanation: Name of Organization where you volunteered

Please summarize your non-TTK volunteer experience below. Should you have multiple experiences, please email additional information to [email protected].

Name of immediate supervisor

Phone Number for organization

Email address for organization

Type of volunteer work

Dates volunteered

Hours committed to volunteering for specific organization

In 2-3 sentences, please answer; why did you choose to volunteer with the organization?

In 2-3 sentences, please answer; what is one thing you learned while volunteering with the organization?

I understand that for my application to be considered, the following items MUST be emailed to [email protected].

Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Copy of acceptance letter to post-secondary Institution OR a copy of most recent post-secondary transcript
TWO (2) written, confidental references from persons that have known the applicant for a minimum of TWO (2) years (may not be a relative)
Cover letter of 500 words or less detailing your career goals and outlining how this bursary will assist you in achieving your education goals
Certificates or Diplomas that support your application, if applicable