2026 Scholarships Available
BACKGROUND
Barry Henshall was a teacher, educator, and administrator in Campbell River for many years. During his long involvement with young people in our local schools, as well as his dedicated commitment to the betterment of our community, he demonstrated many admirable qualities.
This award seeks to recognize those qualities in young people graduating from our senior secondary schools in Campbell River.
In May of 2009, the Board of Directors of the Campbell River TV Association, Campbell River’s former locally owned cable company, created a designated fund of $50,000 in trust with the Campbell River Community Foundation to provide two annual scholarships in the name of Barry Henshall.
As a result, two 2026 scholarships in the amount of $1257.40 are available to each of:
- One qualifying student graduating from Timberline Secondary School
- One qualifying student graduating from Carihi Secondary School.
SELECTION CRITERIA
The successful applicant for this scholarship will in some way exemplify several, if not all, of the following:
- Leadership skills, or a strong potential for leadership
- Involvement in the community
- Strong academic achievement
- An interest in teaching others
- Service to others
In addition, the successful candidate must fulfill all the following requirements:
- Attend a post-secondary institution in the calendar year of the award.
- Submit a completed application to the appropriate school counsellor by the due date determined by the school.
- Submit a 150–200 word statement on “why it is important to be involved in the life of your school and community”.
Applications are available by contacting your school counsellor.
The school shall recommend to CRCF a successful applicant by the end of May.
BACKGROUND
This scholarship fund is designed to assist 2SLGBTQIA+ high school students further their education at a post-secondary level to obtain a diploma or degree at a certified university, college, or other post-secondary institution of learning.
Students in the following districts may apply:
- SD72 (Campbell River & Area)
- SD84 (Vancouver Island West)
- SD85 (Vancouver Island North)
- SD36 (Surrey & Area)
There is a $500 scholarship available for 2026.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- You must be Canadian citizen, permanent resident, conventional refugee, or a refugee claimant.
- You must be graduating from grade 12 and enrolling in a Canadian postsecondary education institution.
- You must write an essay of up to 1000 words detailing:
- Why you should be the recipient of this award,
- Your financial need, and
- What you hope to accomplish in the future for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- You must provide:
- A copy of your most recent transcripts and proof of enrollment in a postsecondary institution (once you receive it).
- 2 references (with contact information), one of them a teacher who has observed your activities, can provide details of your involvement in local diversity initiatives and your likelihood of success in your post-secondary career. Not more than 2 pages please!
- The application form and supporting materials must be presented to the appropriate senior high school selection committee who shall make its recommendation to CRCF by the end of May.
BACKGROUND
The Wilkinson Family Legacy Award for Human Health was established in 2025 by Bruce and Michael Wilkinson. With a particular appreciation for their educational experiences at Carihi Secondary School, The Wilkinson Family Legacy Award was created to support students graduating from School District 72 and pursuing a career in human health services.
- One student graduating from School District 72 and proceeding to an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution in a human health discipline will be selected.
- The award must be claimed within 24 months of graduation, so it may be applied to first or second year of post-secondary expenses.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- You must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, conventional refugee, or a refugee claimant.
- You must be graduating from grade 12 and enrolling in a Canadian post-secondary education institution.
- Applicants are requested to provide an essay of 500 to 800 words outlining the following:
- Why you have chosen the future field of study (family history, school experience, community influences, etc.),
- How this award will make a difference in your education path.
- Financial need will be a factor in determining the award recipient.
- Submit one or two letters of reference in support of your reasoning.
- Provide proof of enrollment in a post-secondary institution (once you receive it) to the Campbell River Community Foundation.
Applications are available by contacting your school counsellor.
BACKGROUND
The Wilkinson Family Legacy Award for Communications & Journalism was established in 2025 by Bruce and Michael Wilkinson. With a particular appreciation for their educational experiences at Carihi Secondary School, The Wilkinson Family Legacy Award was created to support students graduating from School District 72 and pursuing a career in communications/journalism.
- One student graduating from School District 72 and proceeding to an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution in a communications and/or journalism discipline will be selected.
- The award must be claimed within 24 months of graduation, so it may be applied to first or second year of post-secondary expenses.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- You must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, conventional refugee, or a refugee claimant.
- You must be graduating from grade 12 and enrolling in a Canadian post-secondary education institution.
- Applicants are requested to provide an essay of 500 to 800 words outlining the following:
- Why you have chosen the future field of study (family history, school experience, community influences, etc.),
- How this award will make a difference in your education path.
- Financial need will be a factor in determining the award recipient.
- Submit one or two letters of reference in support of your reasoning.
- Provide proof of enrollment in a post-secondary institution (once you receive it) to the Campbell River Community Foundation.
Applications are available by contacting your school counsellor.
Scholarship Eligibility
The Campbell River Community Foundation is committed to creating a healthy and vibrant community. Our scholarships are made possible through the generosity of community-minded donors. We work closely with our donors to connect them with opportunities to make a difference in a way that is meaningful to them.
For this reason, every scholarship is unique and has it’s own applicant eligibility.
Please note that we must collect students Social Insurance Numbers in advance of distributing the scholarship to them as scholarships are reported annually to the CRA. In accordance with CRA regulations, we will issue the student a T4A on or before February 28 of the following calendar year.
NOTE:
- All completed applications must be submitted to the appropriate school counsellor.
- Schools must make recommendations to CRCF by the end of May in order for awards to be given to students at their graduation ceremony in June.
- If there are no applicants recommended by the end of May, exceptions for this timeline can be made as long as the student with the late application fulfills the award criteria as set out in the Selection Criteria.