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Paper Excellence invests in the future of its communities through scholarships

Paper Excellence has announced that investing in both education and community development is a key focus area for the company. It is now accepting applications for three scholarships, which reportedly are part of its commitment to generate positive impacts long-term in the communities the company operates in.

Community scholarships:

Paper Excellence’s Community scholarship program is aimed at students attending public universities, community colleges or institutes of technology full-time. Ranging from $250 to $1500, the company’s aim is to alleviate financial barriers for eligible candidates living in communities where Paper Excellence operates such as the Cowichan Valley, Port Alberni, the Sunshine Coast, the East Kootenays and Meadow Lake in Saskatchewan.

Application deadline: April 30, 2024

Indigenous scholarships:

Paper Excellence’s Indigenous scholarship program is tailored to provide assistance to Metis, Inuit and First Nations students pursuing education in public universities, community colleges or institutes of technology. Valued at $1,000 each, these scholarships aim to empower eligible Indigenous students residing in the company’s operating communities.

Application deadline: April 30, 2024

Paper Excellence Bright Futures Scholarship at UBC:

The Bright Futures Scholarship is funded through an endowment and, over the years, has provided a total of $29,850 to undergraduate students from Paper Excellence operating communities and surrounding areas. Preference is given to students from communities outside the Lower Mainland and the awards are made on the recommendation of Enrolment Services.

Application deadline: December 1, 2024.