The Bursary Fund is an initiative administered by Saugeen Maitland Women's Hockey Association. This program was established through the fund raising efforts of the Saugeen Maitland Lightning intended as a rewarding recognition, assisting selected candidates in their educational endeavours. It is named after Don Bushell who was an Executive of SMWHA for many years in his honor to recognize his hard work and love for the game.
Assistance: 1. The maximum amount of assistance granted to a bonafide student shall be in the amount of $500.00 per scholastic year 2. Applicants who are registered in a recognized course of shorter duration where tuition fees are reduced may be granted assistance on a pro-rated basis determined by the Board of Directors 3. A student or apprentice may apply for a grant in order to purchase instruments, tools or related items 4. Any of the above-mentioned items/articles must be directly related to and used/associated with the appropriate scholastic endeavour Eligibility: Any student 21 years of age or younger who is currently or has previously been registered with the Saugen Maitland Lightning, who has graduated from a secondary school and continuing to a place of higher education. Submission: 1. Application forms must be completed by the applicant, parent or legal guardian 2. All applications must be complete in full detail 3. An applicant may submit a current resume or other related documentation which shall be attached to the application form 4. An applicant, parent or legal guardian assumes full responsibility for ensuring all documentation is forwarded on or before September 30th each year, directly to: Saugeen Maitland Womens Hockey Association, 49 Alfred Street West P. O. Box 110, Wingham, Ontario, N0G 2W0 All submissions and related documentation shall remain protected information by the SMWHA Repetitive yearly application is acceptable.