Application Form: OHA Bursary Program presented by Dairy Farmers of Ontario

OHA members know first-hand the commitment needed to succeed at a high level on the ice and in the classroom. With this school year providing extra challenges, the hard work put forth by graduating students are being recognized.

The OHA is proud to partner with Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) to present the Bursary Program, which recognizes OHA members for their outstanding commitment to:

· Community service: the applicant demonstrates “perseverance, originality and heart,” while assisting in building stronger and healthier communities

· Academics: dedication to their studies and attaining high grades in the classroom

· Athletics: on-ice success/achievement, as well as a passion for the game of hockey

Six (6) DFO Bursaries will be awarded at $5,000 each

ELIGIBILITY

All applicants must adhere to the following guidelines:

• The bursaries are open to ALL OHA members (OJHL, GOHL, PJHL, ACH, and OEHL) – which includes but is not limited to players, coaches, trainers and officials
• Requests can only be made for active OHA members
• A recipient is attending a post-secondary institution during the 2026-2027 school year
• Maintain a high standard of academic excellence
• Active in their local community programs (any community sport or social program)
• Must be applying to a post-secondary institution in Ontario

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates must complete the application form below and submit it to the OHA by Midnight (EST) on April 30, 2026. Each application will be reviewed by a panel and only the successful recipients will be contacted by the OHA. We wish the best of luck to all applicants.

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Name

First NameLast Name

Team

Team NamePosition on Team (i.e. Player, Coach, etc.)

Phone Number

Email

example@example.com

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Education

Name of Current SchoolWhat Post Secondary Schools are You Applying For?

Current Grade Average

Community or school events that you participated in or volunteered for

Please share what the game of hockey means to you and a summary of your on-ice achievements, why you feel you should receive this bursary, and how receiving this bursary will help you (min. 300 words)

If you have any questions or would like to submit any supporting documentation please contact media@ohahockey.ca

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