Scholarship Value $1,200

Number of Scholarships 1

This scholarship was established in 1976 to recognize Helen McKercher’s years of service to FWIO as Director of the Women’s Institute and Home Economics Service.

Purpose:

To assist a graduate student to pursue a post-graduate degree in Family and Consumer Studies, Home Economics or in a related program.

Eligibility:

• For the 2023 scholarship, students must complete a 750-word essay, answering the question:

“The Covid-19 pandemic affected all aspects of life including how education was delivered. In your opinion, how will the delivery of education evolve in the next five years?”

• Must be a resident of Ontario for five years.
• Must be a graduate of a Canadian University.
• Previous winners are not eligible.

Conditions:

For the scholarship to be awarded, the FWIO Provincial Office must receive proof of enrolment by September 30th. After this date, scholarships are forfeited.