With over 35 impressive applications submitted this year, the selection process was more challenging than ever. We are confident however, that the 21 scholarships winners chosen are an excellent representation of “attitude” and each of them expressed to us, their own unique commitment to education.

Elysha Vanderveer – “Elysha has the curiosity to drive them and the determination to carry out what needs to be done. This is the secret to successful education. One can be educated only when one allows curiosity and passion to lead their mind.”

David West– David states: “Having the right attitude is largely based on one’s outlook on life, being willing to make sacrifices, to seek assistance when needed, and to be a positive example to those around you”.

Allison Wood - Allison writes: “I know that this comic presents an idealistic view of having a good attitude, nobody can have a good attitude all of the time, but whenever possible, I try to think of the bright side of things and I know this will help me to accomplish practically anything”.

Gracie Tetzlaff - Gracie writes: “I believe that goal setting is a moving target. I have learned to be proud of my accomplishments one day and try to beat them the next day. I do celebrate my successes but try not to bask in the glory for too long. I ask myself, what can I do now?”

April Wright - “April demonstrates leadership, honesty and integrity on a daily basis. She is an inspiring young lady who shows not only passion for the things she takes on, but genuine enjoyment as well.

Luke Peristy - Luke writes: “With a good attitude, that is optimism, respectfulness, and determination, you are in fact, invincible.”

Jak Knight - “rarely do I see the quick response towards serving others that I see in Jak. His dedication to make the lives of others better is profound. To Jak, the process of helping others is second nature and only natural.”

Holly Grieder - Holly writes: “I am proud to say that education is now a top priority, I am now on the honor roll and ready to take that golden key and open the door to a better life for me and my son.”

Sarah Sandham - “Sarah is a quiet, unassuming little spirit of a girl with a sharp and inquisitive mind and the heart of a lion. Sarah does not leave anything to chance.”

Emily Ann Demill - “Emily has a unique passion for art and a strong desire to use her talents to educate others on pressing social and environmental issues.”

Shannon Blakely - Shannon has consistently displayed perseverance in times of struggle by taking action, embracing leadership, and using her life lessons to help others.

Nathan Foote - Nathan’s discussion of attitude stood out because of its focus on the importance of respect, understanding, compassion and discipline.

Mandy Inglis - “Mandy’s unwavering commitment to performing at the highest level of her potential and the hours that she has put into every challenge is what sets her apart from her peers.”

Sarah Madge - Sarah has been described as a young woman whose efforts have been nothing short of heroic. She is a person you can always count on to never give up and to never give in when the going gets tough.

Shareena Marling - Shareena states: “I look at life from a humble perspective and I know that I have much to learn as well as much that I can share with others.

Bryn Evering - “What is the right attitude? It is an attitude that can change the world and it is based on three important principles: perseverance, compassion, and awareness of the world and people around you.”

Claire Forward - “What makes Claire unique is her ability to never give up, to push forward when the going gets tough, to push aside all the obstacles in her way, and to see her failures as something to grow on.”

Krista Naylor - Krista is described as “a young lady with a genuine concern and interest in the welfare and well being of others.

Victoria Sawatsky - “I would rather finish well, than just finish. I would rather cry and learn something than to laugh and pretend life is perfect. I would rather failure be my teacher than my master.”

Kate Sheffield - “The right attitude is to learn, to try, to make mistakes and to work towards a dream.

Dayna Taylor - Her self-discipline, humility, generosity, as well as her creativity and insight will ultimately have significant impacts on our world.”