7th Annual President's Scholarship Day of Golf
The Annual President’s Scholarship Day of Golf is Canadian Hearing Services’ signature event in support of our National Scholarship Program.
Canadian Hearing Services’ National Scholarship Program is the largest scholarship program in Canada that exclusively supports Deaf and hard of hearing students. One hundred percent of the proceeds from this event support Deaf and hard of hearing Canadian students seeking to pursue their post-secondary education by providing scholarships that break down the financial barriers to participation and support the extra costs associated with hearing accommodation in a higher learning environment.
The National Scholarship Program was launched in 2017, and thanks to the support of so many generous golfers, donors and sponsors, to date, we have provided 107 scholarships to 51 Deaf and hard of hearing students across Canada. Fifteen of those students have since graduated from their post-secondary programs!
DID YOU KNOW?
Among adults aged 15 and older with a hearing disability, 84.2% stated that their educational experiences were directly impacted by their disability, and 32.8% of them reported that they were impacted by additional school expenses due to their disability.
Source: Statistics Canada, Canadian Survey on Disability, 2012
BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS
One of the barriers to post-secondary education that Deaf and hard of hearing students experience is incurring extra costs associated with hearing accommodation. Some examples of hearing accommodation include note takers, interpreters, tutors, personal listening devices and other communication devices. These costs are often not covered by universities and colleges through their own accessibility programs, and thus must be paid by the Deaf and hard of hearing students themselves. This can often be a huge financial barrier to overcome!
Thanks to our National Scholarship Program, CHS is helping to break down financial barriers by providing scholarships that support the extra costs associated with hearing accommodation. Your generous support can mean a world of difference for Deaf and hard of hearing students seeking to fulfil their ambitions and careers!
MEET SOME OF OUR SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS
In September 2022, Canadian Hearing Services awarded a record 24 scholarships to Deaf and hard of hearing post-secondary students – surpassing the record of 23 recipients from the previous year.
Each year, student winners share their thoughts on the impact of the National Scholarship Program.
"This Scholarship has helped me focus on studying and inspired me to learn more about the genetics of hearing loss. The fact that I received this Scholarship warms my heart and motivates me to further help others in the future."
Addison Ali
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"I want to thank Canadian Hearing Services for this Scholarship because it truly supports the Deaf, hard of hearing, and Deafblind population. I think this award shows that Deaf, hard of hearing and Deafblind people can become successful leaders and role models."
Gregory Carrier
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"I'm honoured to receive this Scholarship, which will greatly reduce some of the financial stress, helping me go further in my academic future. I hope to inspire other Deaf and hard of hearing students to pursue careers in biology."
Keeford Cross
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"This Scholarship allows me to focus on my education without worrying about having to work. I'm looking forward to becoming a Social Worker serving the Deaf community."
Jenna Lee Irwin
2021-2022 National Scholarship Recipient
"This Scholarship is an honour to receive because it gives me confidence in my own abilities and achievements. It shows me that I can figure out anything I set my mind to in the future."
Jordan Lau
2021-2022 National Scholarship Recipient
"This Scholarship will enable me to focus on my studies and long-term goal of increasing deaf and hard of hearing representation in the post-secondary environment."
Alexander Loo
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"This Scholarship will help me achieve my dream of becoming an otolaryngologist to help those like me who have hearing loss."
Rosina Mastrangelo Keigher
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"Thank you so much for this Scholarship opportunity! It will help me pay for tuition so I can focus on my studies. Upon graduation, my plan is to study law with a focus on ensuring that peoples’ rights are respected equally."
Mikayla Morris
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"The Scholarship allowed me to contribute to the accessibility culture at U of T, Mississauga. Without it, I wouldn't be able to work as a Forensic Science Outreach Work Study Student, making sure that our events are accessible to everyone."
Esme Newling
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"Since I was young, I have always wanted to be a teacher who would make a difference in students' lives. My goal is to create a fully accessible classroom where students don't feel like they have to overcome obstacles and barriers to learn."
Emily Savoie
2022-2023 National Scholarship Recipient
"I have received the Canadian Hearing Services Scholarship for three years in a row. It has been a wonderful opportunity that has helped alleviate financial burden and has provided me with services and accommodations throughout my schooling."
Zachary Sturm
2021-2022 National Scholarship Recipient
REGISTER TODAY TO SUPPORT OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT!
The 7th Annual President’s Scholarship Day of Golf will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2023 at the spectacular Lebovic Golf Club, an 18-hole championship golf course on 150 acres of rolling hills on the Oak Ridges Moraine in Aurora. With breathtaking views and natural beauty, the Lebovic Golf Club challenges the expert player and novice alike.
Become a corporate sponsor and/or join us for a fabulous Day of Golf, all while helping us build a brighter future for Deaf and hard of hearing students across Canada!
If you have questions about our Annual President's Scholarship Day of Golf, please email giving@chs.ca.
Thank you for making a difference!
Canadian Hearing Services gratefully acknowledges the support of our corporate partners, scholarship supporters and Lebovic Enterprises Limited as the Course, Food and Drink Sponsors for the 7th Annual President’s Scholarship Day of Golf.
Charitable Registration #: 106846926RR0001