Our Donors

Roxann Whittingham / Black Empowerment Education Fund

This award was established through the generosity of Roxann Whittingham, founder of the Black Education Empowerment Fund (B.E.E.F.) to encourage a higher representation of black students at Georgian College’s Orillia campus. According to research (Robson et al,...

Royal Canadian Legion Branch #35

Presented to a student enrolled in any program at the Orillia Campus who has experienced a significant event or events, while responding as either a first responder or military, which impacted him or her physically and/or mentally. The individual must have gone...

Rudy Mak Surveying Ltd.

This award was established through the generosity of Rudy Mak. Presented to a female student who has completed her first year in any program and demonstrates financial need and academic merit (70 per cent or higher). This award is part of the WOMEN’S inTUITION...

RVH Auxiliary

The RVH Auxiliary is comprised of more than 700 volunteers who donate their time and energy to support patient care. We participate in the Georgian College Scholarship Program to provide a helping hand to students who are pursuing careers in the health care...

Sarah Corrigan

Sarah Corrigan retired a few years ago from a banking technology career that was spawned from watching Star Wars at aged 14. Since retiring, she has been honing her writing skills working on stories inspired by travel adventures and family. When she isn’t glued to a...

Schulich Builders: Scholarships for Skilled Trades

The Schulich Builder scholarship is for students enrolling in eligible, full-time skilled trades programs. A total of ten(10) scholarships, up to $40,000 per scholarship: • Five for one-year certificate programs (total of $20,000 awarded, per student) • Five for...

Shaun and Andrea McCracken

This award has been made available to Georgian College through the generosity of Shaun McCracken and Andrea McCracken (Dietrich), who are both Georgian Alumni. Both Andrea and Shaun were heavily involved at the Georgian College Barrie Campus as student leaders. They...

Simcoe County Heavy Construction Association

Simcoe County Heavy Construction Association Sewer & Water Main Scholarship The Simcoe County Heavy Construction Association (SCHCA) Sewer & Water Main Scholarship is a $1500 award at Georgian College for students in civil engineering-related programs. Presented to...

Simcoe County Home Builders Association

This bursary was established through the generosity of the Simcoe County Home Builders Association, in memory of Melissa Bazely. The bursary is presented to a student enrolled in a Skilled Trades program related to the construction industry, including Cabinetmaking...

Simcoe County Law Association

The SCLA awards $1,000 to an outstanding graduate from the Office Administration – Legal program or the Law Clerk program. $250 is also awarded to an undergraduate student entering their second year of the Office Administration – Legal program or the Law Clerk...

SPAVARO Inc.

Sophie Gogos, CEO and Founder of SPAVARO Inc., was nominated in 2020 the ESI show President of the year, selected by industry leaders in Canada – Excellence award in the Spa industry for more than 25 years. For 7 years in a row SPAVARO Inc. has been the #1...

Strategic Way Consulting Inc.

Strategic Way Consulting Inc. Award This Award was established through the generosity of Strategic Way Consulting to further their commitment to encourage the development of young talent within the nuclear industry. This Award is presented to a Georgian student in...

Sybil Taylor

This award was established through the generosity of Sybil Taylor, a long-time friend of Georgian College who serves as a member of the Program Advisory Committee for Advertising & Marketing as well as serves as a member of the Advancement Committee, of the Board of...

Ted Fullerton

Ted Fullerton is a Canadian artist – previously professor and Fine Art Program coordinator at Georgian College from 1978-2013. As an artist he works in painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture and has achieved awards in all four media. His work is exhibited...

Tempo Flexible Packaging

These awards were established through the generosity of Tempo Flexible Packaging. Joe Giglio Award This award is presented to a full-time student in their first year of the Business Administration – Human Resources program. The recipient will demonstrate financial...

Terri L. Burton, The Burton Charitable Foundation

I established the Burton Excellence in Leadership Nursing Award to honour and encourage the qualities that I believe form the true foundation of nursing: integrity, ethical leadership, and an unwavering commitment to patients. Throughout my career, I have seen how...

The Craig Bagshaw Memorial Award

The Craig Bagshaw Memorial Award was established through the generosity of Jim and Pat Bagshaw alongside family, friends and loved ones in memory of Craig Bagshaw. Craig was a Senior Technical Consultant with Telus Corporate Office. He was a passionate and energetic...

The Dream Never Dies Foundation

Lloyd Skeen graduated from university with a degree in aviation and a massive amount of student debt. He recognized the burden that many students have to deal with to make it through post-secondary education. It was one of his dreams to create an organization that...

The family of Barry Gilbert

This award was established through the generosity of the family and friends of Georgian alumnus Barry Gilbert (Class of 1991). The Barry Gilbert Memorial Award of Excellence was established to honour Georgian alumnus Barry Gilbert (class of 1991) and is presented...

The Joyce Family Foundation

The Joyce Family Foundation is a private, family foundation created by Ronald V. Joyce (1930-2019). Ron Joyce is best known as the legendary Canadian behind the success of the Tim Hortons franchise. He stood with a strong work ethic and business acumen, and his...

The Massie Family

J. C. Massie Automotive Award Presented to an exceptional full-time student who in any year of the Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Automotive Management) program at Georgian College. The recipient has demonstrated a combination of academic merit (70 per...

The Menzies Family

Presented to a female student enrolled in Business Entrepreneurship program who demonstrates financial need. This award is part of the WOMEN’S inTUITION awards, scholarships, and bursaries program. Please address your thank you letter to Ms. Kris Menzies

The Morningview Foundation

The Award is presented to four full-time entrance students studying at Georgian College’s Orangeville campus. Recipients must demonstrate financial need and academic achievement (minimum 75% GPA) based on their entering or most recent grades. Recipients of the Award...

The Nottawasaga Foundation

Established in honour and memory of Lou Biffis (Hon. Dip. 2018). As the founder of the Nottawasaga Inn Resort and Conference Centre, an award-winning all season resort destination, Lou Biffis was known for his extraordinary community and business leadership and his...

The Optical Group

This Award was established through the generosity of The Optical Group who have been supporting independent eye care professionals across Canada for more than 30 years. The Optical Group Award The award is presented to a full-time student in the Opticianry program....

The Speers Society

One minute you are a balanced functioning member of society; the next, with no warning, you become a victim of violent crime. On October 7, 1991 Monica was brutally murdered by her ex-boyfriend. Our whole world changed in an instant. Our baby was dead. Monica was a...

Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary Club

This Scholarship was established through the generosity of the Thornbury-Clarksburg Rotary Club. The Club is comprised of an energetic, compassionate, fun-loving membership that is hard-working and dedicated to their community. Chartered in 1938, the Club has earned...

Toronto and Area Road Builders Association

Toronto and Area Road Builders Association Leadership Award The TARBA Leadership Award is presented to full-time students in their second (or later year) in Civil Engineering Technology, who demonstrate financial need, academic excellence of 80% or more, and genuine...

Toronto Hydro

Toronto Hydro is proud to support Georgian College students through the award, scholarship and bursary program. We believe in investing in the future and empowering students with the opportunity to achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Toronto Hydro...

Toronto Society of Architects

As a volunteer-led, community organization, the Toronto Society of Architects is committed to fostering volunteerism within the architecture industry and support the next generation of city-builders. By recognizing and supporting those who dedicate their skills,...