Scholarship Value $1,000

Number of Scholarships 1

The Columbia Foundation, the Canadian Union of Public Employees British Columbia (CUPE BC), the Canadian Association of Labour Media (CALM), The NOW Group, along with the McGann family, have established the Dennis McGann Bursary. This one-time bursary program is designed for those studying or planning to study Communications who demonstrate a commitment to the issues and actions affecting working people. One (1) $1,000 bursary will be awarded to a Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant who is enrolling or enrolled in full or part-time Communications studies at an accredited public post-secondary institution in Canada. Financial need must be demonstrated. This bursary also considers community service.

How to apply: 

Email us your completed application form with McGann Bursary in the subject line. Download application form online.

Administration Notes

1. Criteria
   1. Canadian Citizen or Landed Immigrant
   2. Enrolling or enrolled in a Communications at an accredited public institution in Canada.
   3. Demonstrated financial need.
2. Additional Information. Submit a short essay on Section 8. Essay must be double-spaced and in a 12-pt font. All other attached documents will be excluded from your application.
3. Applying
   1. Send applications online; or mail to Columbia Institute, Suite 440-789 West Pender St., Vancouver, BC V6C 1H2
4. Inquiries
   1. Please forward any questions about award applications to the Columbia Institute by phone at (604) 408-2500 or email info@columbiainstitute.eco.