OCH Foundation in Partnership with the Ottawa Food Truck Rally Presents the
Algonquin College Scholarship
Important Information for Applicant
(Please do not submit this page to OCH)
What is the Algonquin Scholarship?
Each year, the OCH Foundation offers one $7,500 scholarship to an Ottawa Community Housing Tenant who is enrolled full-time, has
applied or intends to apply to the Culinary Arts Management program within the School of Hospitality at Algonquin College. It is the
Foundation’s largest and most prestigious scholarship.
To be eligible the applicant must be:
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A current tenant of Ottawa Community Housing Corporation.
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Must be a proven leader and an active volunteer in his or her community and will act as a role model to other tenants
within Ottawa Community Housing
3.
Currently enrolled, have applied or intend to apply to the Culinary Management Program within the School of Hospitality at
Algonquin College. Studies must begin between September 2015 and January 2016.
How to apply?
Fill out and drop off or mail the application form with all sections completed to any OCH office to the attention of: Christa Allevato,
OCH Foundation c/o Algonquin College Scholarship or email the documents to [email protected]
The applications are available at the front counter of all OCH offices (listed below):
OCH Head Office: 39 Auriga Drive, Ottawa, Ontario K2E 7Y8
West
1485 Caldwell
Avenue Ottawa,
Ontario
K1Z 8M1
1065 Ramsey
Crescent Ottawa,
Ontario
K2B 8A1
Central
South
East
731 Chapel
Crescent
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 1E1
1365 Bank
Street
Ottawa,
Ontario
K1H 8K8
380 Murray
Street Ottawa,
Ontario
K1N 8W1
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The application deadline is Friday May 15 , 2015 at 4:30 p.m.
All applications must be received in an OCH office by 4:30 p.m. or be postmarked no later than May 15, 2015.
How will the scholarship be awarded?
A committee made up of the Founder of the Ottawa Food Truck Rally, OCH Foundation Board Member, OCH Foundation
Director and the OCH Foundation Development Coordinator will select the scholarship recipient based on the following:
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Applicant’s educational and/or life goals (as indicated in their essay)
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Applicant’s involvement in the community (as indicated in their essay and reference letters)
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Full completion of the application form and supporting documents
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Currently be enrolled, have applied or intend to apply to the two year Culinary Management Program within the School of Hospitality
at Algonquin College. Studies must begin between September 2015 and January 2016
When will I know what has happened to my application?
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All applicants will be notified of the status of their application by June 15 , 2015. The successful applicant will be required
to provide proof of enrollment prior to receiving confirmation of scholarship.
If you have any questions about the Algonquin College Scholarship please call (613)518-2098 or email [email protected]
A. CONTACT INFORMATION
First Name
Last Name
Address
City
Home Phone
Cell phone
Postal Code
E-mail Address
B. PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name of Your Ottawa Community Housing Community
Gender
Male
Female
Date of birth:
(dd/mm/yy)
C. ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Are you currently enrolled in the 2 year Culinary Arts Management Program at Algonquin College?
Yes
No
If yes, what is the start date?
(dd/mm/yy)
If you answered NO above, please complete the following question
Have you applied to the 2 year Culinary Arts Management Program at Algonquin College ?
Yes
No
If yes, what was the start date?
(dd/mm/yy)
If you answered NO above, please complete the following question
Do you intend to apply to the 2 year Culinary Arts Management Program at Algonquin College?
Yes
No
If yes, what was the start date?
(dd/mm/yy)
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D. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Will you receive other financial assistance such as bursaries, student loans, scholarships, etc? (Do not include this scholarship).
If yes, please provide details including amounts:
Will you receive any other financial assistance? Please specify from what source and the amount:
How do you plan to contribute to the costs of your post-secondary education (work, savings, etc)?
Do you plan to work while going to school?
Yes
No
Do you currently have a job?
Yes
No
If yes, is it:
Part-Time
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Full-time
Yes
No
Maybe
E. INCOME & EXPENSES CHART
Please
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complete the following chart as best you can.
All income and expenses listed should be the anticipated total amount for the first school year
In Other Scholarships or Bursaries (*) include all other confirmed and anticipated (do not include this scholarship)
Ensure student loans are entered as income and not as expenses
Travel (**) is only applicable if you have to move to another city to attend school
Once you complete the columns “Income” and “Expenses”, take the total from Box A
and subtract the total from Box B to get your total for Box C.
Income (for the school year)
Expenses (for the school year)
Personal Savings
$
Tuition and Fees
$
Employment Income for the School Year
$
Books and Supplies
$
Family Contribution
$
Travel (relocation costs) (**)
$
Other Scholarships or Bursaries (*)
$
Accommodation (rent, phone,
cable, utilities, etc.)
$
Student Loan
$
Medical
$
Other (specify):
$
Bills
$
Other (specify):
$
Total (Box B)
$
Total (Box A)
$
Total (Box C) $
F. INFORMATIONAL LETTER
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Write an Informational Letter, no longer than 500 words, in proper business format and address
it to the OCH Foundation Selection Committee. This letter should include:
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Tell us about your educational and/or life goals.
Tell us about your community involvement or volunteer work.
Describe any personal hardships or economic living situation you think we should know about.
Why you are a leader and an ambassador for your community.
Why you want to apply for a diploma in the culinary arts.
Tell us about yourself: your hobbies, membership in groups, organizations, athletic and cultural achievements, and what kind of
person you are.
Applications received without the essay will not be considered.
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G. REFERENCES
You must provide 2 signed letters of reference to complete this application.
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The references can be from your school principal, teacher, counsellor, current or previous employer, volunteer work supervisor
or individuals who have been your mentors.
The references should describe your community involvement or volunteer work.
Reference letters from family or friends are discouraged.
Applications received without the 2 signed letters of reference will not be considered.
H. CHECKLIST
Please confirm that the following actions have been taken:
I have completed all sections of Scholarship Application Form (2015).
I have attached a written essay (500 words or less) on my educational and/or life goals.
I have attached 2 signed letters of reference from my principal, teacher, counsellor, current or previous employer,
volunteer work supervisor or individuals who have been my mentor.
I. CONSENT
I attest the information on this application form and in the accompanying documents is true, accurate and complete. I have read the
application requirements and agree to be bound by all of them. I understand and accept the conditions and requirements relating to
this application form.
Name (Print)
Signature
Date
(dd/mm/yy)
J. AUTHORIZATION
If I am awarded a scholarship I authorize Ottawa Community Housing Corporation to publish my name, photo and any applicable
information within this application for publicity purposes.
(Please select one)
I give my consent
Name (Print)
I do not give my consent
Signature
Date
To be used by OCH Foundation Staff
Please put Date Stamp in this Box
Application Received By (Name, District):
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(dd/mm/yy)