Our "Give it Back" Bursary program now open for applications!
Halifax Hurricanes “Give it Back.” Bursary Program
Purpose:
To reward our players for giving back to the sport.
Eligibility:
The Halifax Hurricanes Ringette Bursary will be awarded to a player (or players) who has
committed to the sport of ringette through active involvement, giving back, and participation
of at least the past three years.
The bursary will be awarded to an eligible player (s) who is enrolled in full-time studies at a
postsecondary education institution in the upcoming fall semester. Applicant (s) must be a
member in good standing with Halifax Hurricanes Ringette Association and Ringette Nova
Scotia. Halifax Hurricane players who are single-carded for provincial teams will be allowed to
apply if in good standing with Ringette Nova Scotia. A player may only be awarded the bursary
one time.
Selection:
The selection committee will review the applications and decide based on participation and
personal involvement in Ringette. The selection committee reserves the right not to award a
bursary if a suitable application is not received. If more than one successful applicant meets the
requirements, the selection committee will use a lottery format to decide who will receive the
bursary. The selection committee has the right to split the bursary if two equal candidates
qualify. The bursary will be divided among no more than two applicants. Decisions of the selection committee are final, and the funds will be paid directly to the student.
Amount:
To be determined by the Halifax Hurricanes Board of Directors of the awarded year, depending on budgetary funds available.
Application Process:
Follow the link below to complete the Give it Back Bursary application form with a brief overview and submit supporting documents no later than May 25th, 2026.
https://www.hhringette.ca/content/Give-it-Back-Bursary-Application-Form
Applications must be emailed to: president@hhringette.ca
All applications will be kept in strict confidence with the Halifax Hurricanes Selection Committee and Board of Directors.
