Scholarships
The Janine Williams Memorial Scholarship
The Janine Williams Memorial Scholarship was created to honour past Tropicana President Ashworth Williams’ daughter Janine Williams who passed away in 2007. Through this scholarship, her family looks to keep her memory and spirit alive by helping others as she did. The scholarship is for students pursuing a post-secondary or postgraduate education.
Eligibility
The Janine Williams Scholarship is open to applicants who are:
- Residents of the Greater Toronto Area.
- Individuals who are accepted to/or are enrolled in any Canadian University or College.
- Students majoring in a science (e.g., life sciences, social sciences, etc.) or health-related field.
- Students currently holding an academic standing of B/70% or above.
- Individuals demonstrating leadership and community service.
Family members of Tropicana Community Services employees are eligible for the Janine Williams Memorial Scholarship.
Scholarship Amount
$2,000.00
Applications must contain the following information:
- A 500–800-word essay which includes:
- A brief biography.
- For post-secondary applicants: An explanation of your long-term goals once your studies are complete.
- For post-graduate applicants: An outline on how your proposed research activity and results or area of study will benefit you, your family, and the community.
- Your school transcripts.
- Your academic budget, showing all expected costs and funding. An example budget and template have been provided to assist you.
Example Template - Proof of any relevant achievements such as certificates, photos, news clippings, a confirmation letter from a credible source, etc.
- Two letters of reference from non-relatives.
- A letter of acceptance or a proof of enrollment from a recognized college or university.
- Any other documents that will help support this application.
