The following items must be word-processed on separate sheets of paper (apart from Item “4” which is to be handwritten).
Please note the item number or question on the page (s)when submitted:
1. List significant activities (e.g., community activities, school clubs/teams, service organizations, charitable/volunteer groups, and volunteer work) and academic honours attained while in high school and/or college in the last four (4) years.
2. List a summary of your hobbies, skills, and athletic involvement.
3. List any and all scholarships/bursaries you have received in the last 3 years.
4. Provide a brief statement regarding your education and career goals (This item is to be given in your normal handwriting AND NOT typed).
5. Provide a brief statement describing your need for financial assistance for your post-secondary education. In addition, please provide a budget detailing the following: tuition, books & supplies, transportation, room and board and other personal expenses.
6. List previous, present, and intended (while in school, if any) employment/work experience.
7. Attach a photocopy of your recent transcript or most recent marks. (We would prefer to see % marks as opposed to GPA or letter grades. Please ensure that your name appears on your transcript.)
8. Provide proof of registration at an educational institution.
9. Please submit at least two letters of recommendation to support your application. You may submit the letters of recommendation with your completed application package, or the recommender may forward them directly to the VTF Awards Selection Committee office. Letters of recommendation must be received before the deadline and may not be dated earlier than 12 months before the submission date.
10. The successful candidates are required to write to the Trustees after one year, to inform them of their progress and how the award was used. Such letters may be used in the Society’s newsletter or website.