PRESS RELEASE
SIMCOE COUNTY
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Simcoe County supports 21 local students through the scholarship program.

Each student will receive a minimum scholarship of $3,000 for their post-secondary studies. This year, the county received a record number of applications, which were de-identified and independently reviewed by members of the scholarship committee.

“The County is proud to continue its collaboration with local municipalities and Georgian College to financially support Simcoe County students,” said Reeve Basil Clarke. “Our County Council is committed to improving our communities and supporting our residents, including supporting the growth of our future workforce. On behalf of the County Council, I congratulate this year’s winners and wish them every success in their studies.

This year, the county partnered with the 16 member municipalities to offer 16 jointly funded scholarships ($2,000 from the county and $1,000 from the member municipality). Congratulations to the following recipients:

• Wesley Barzo, Adjala-Tosorontio Township
• Elizabeth Simpson-Hillis, City of Bradford West Gwillimbury
• Lindsay McDermid, Clearview Township
• Benjamin Mundle, Town of Collingwood
• Emalee Alderson, Essa Township
• Madelyn Burton, Town of Innisfil
• Halle Pike, Midland Town
• Meagan Houle, New Tecumseth Township
• Nicolas Lancione, Canton of Oro-Medonte
• Jayneigh Hesler, Town of Penetanguishene
• Taylor Bechthold-Coon, Ramara Township
• Brianna Wilson, Severn Township
• Jake Lance, Springwater Township
• Olivia Ferlito, Tay Township
• Karys Littlejohns, Tiny Township
• Rosalena Galdamez-Keeling, Town of Wasaga Beach

Additionally, the county offers five scholarships fully funded by the county. Congratulations to the following recipients:

• Finlay Kennie, Oro-Medonte Township
• Findlay Nischan, Town of Collingwood
• Olivia Nothrop, Springwater Township
• Mark Trumble, Adjala-Tosorontio Township
• Chloe Tyers, Clearview Township

Additionally, the county has once again partnered with Georgian College, which will provide an additional $1,500 in financial assistance to beneficiaries enrolled at their institution.

“We are pleased to continue our partnership with Simcoe County on this scholarship program that recognizes the power of post-secondary education and community,” said Nene Brode, Financial Aid and Scholarships Manager , Georgian College.

“At Georgian College, we encourage students to make more connections outside of the classroom. Those already living in Simcoe County know the power of the outdoors and this important scholarship provides added incentive to stay, play, study and start their careers here.

The scholarship program application process will typically reopen in the spring. Once announced, the program will be promoted through various channels, including all Simcoe County social media accounts. Residents and students seeking more information about the scholarship program, eligibility and application process are encouraged to visit simcoe.ca/studentgrants.

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