Don’t forget to head over to Mercer Stadium this Friday for the Hyacks annual homecoming celebrations.
This year’s festivities get underway at 4 p.m. with the alumni flag football game, followed by the pre-game party at 5 p.m. featuring a family fun zone. At 6 p.m. is the alumni reception with refreshments, a prize draw, fireworks, tug-of-war, the NWSS band and skydivers.
The Hyacks’ varsity team hits the field at 7:30 p.m. to face off against the Carson Graham Eagles. This is the team’s first regular game of the season, so be sure to get out and cheer on the hometown boys.
College students benefit from big donation
There will be an additional $9,000 up for grabs for students planning to attend Douglas College in fall of 2017.
The college recently established the Joyce Family Foundation First-Year Student Bursary after the foundation, created by Canadian entrepreneur Ron Joyce – best known for being Tim Horton’s business partner and guiding the doughnut shop to success – donated $250,000 to the local post-secondary institution, according to a press release.
There will be three bursaries, worth $3,000 each, up for grabs in hopes of breaking down barriers for first-year students hoping to enroll in full-time programs.
“We wanted to make sure high school graduates were able to attend Douglas College regardless of their financial situation,” said Hazel Postma, associate vice president of advancement and alumni relations. “We are extremely grateful to the Joyce Family Foundation and its trustees for this generous gift and opportunity they have provided to the youth in our community.”
For more info on the bursary, including eligibility requirements, visit www.douglascollege.ca/student-services/financial/financial-aid/bursaries/general-bursaries.
Playtex wants girls to ‘Play On’
Does your girls’ volleyball team need new jerseys? Do you know a girls basketball team that’s in need of some new equipment?
Tampon company Playtex Sport wants to see more girls succeed in high school sports and it’s offering grant money to help teams do just that.
Anyone 13 years or older can apply for funding through Play On Canada, a grant program sponsored by Playtex. Up for grabs are 10 $5,000 grants for girls’ high school sports teams that can be used for anything from new equipment to tournament fees and travelling costs.
To apply, the nominator must explain why the team deserves the money in a short essay. Videos and photos can also be included in the application.
For more information, or apply, go to www.playtexplayon.ca. The deadline to submit an application is Oct. 31.
