The Brian Maxwell Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to six student-athletes that will be continuing their post-secondary education at a Canadian College or University. Three males and three females will each be awarded a scholarship of $5,000. Preference shall be given to a student whose character is reflective of qualities that Brian Maxwell demonstrated in his life: honesty, integrity, compassion and an unwavering quest to accomplish the best they can, academically and athletically, while supporting his fellow team members.
How to Apply
- Eligibility
- Application
- Judging
Scholarship qualifications:
- Competition in an OFSAA Championship middle distance event of 800m or greater, or
OFSAA Cross Country Championship event - Graduation from Grade 12 having attained 80% + average in their best six grade 12
courses as used for post-secondary applications - Attended Grade 10 and 11 in Canada
- Participation in high school extracurricular activities
- Community involvement, such as volunteering, coaching, fundraising, overseas projects
- Involvement in other sports and activities outside of school
- Must be attending a Canadian college or university
Application Requirements
- A personal narrative, in your own words, stating why you feel you qualify for the
scholarship. - A maximum of 2 letters of reference (either from a coach/teacher/community member).
- Your most recent Report Card and/or Progress report OR Student Status report,
along with an Official School Transcript. - A summary of your OFSAA Participation
- A summary of any other major athletic achievement(s)
Applications should be sent as ONE attachment via email to brianmaxwellscholarship@gmail.com
- Applications are reviewed by an Independent Committee as set up by the OFSAA Sport Coordinator in charge of the BMMS.
- Confirmation of the six (6) recipients will be approved by the OFSAA Staff.