Deadline to apply is April 30th, 2024!
Hemophilia Ontario invites anyone with a bleeding disorder who is, or plans to be, attending a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2024 to apply for the John Plater Scholarship and Bursary Program. Hemophilia Ontario awards one scholarship in the amount of $8000 available to Ontario residents, and four bursaries in the amount of $3000 available to all Canadian residents.
To read more about the scholarship and bursaries, and to access an application form, please visit: https://www.hemophilia.on.ca/programs/john-plater-scholarships/
The application requires you to submit the following
- two reference letters with contact information provided
- a typed original essay of your own composition between 400 and 500 words on one of the topics listed in the application form
- transcript of grades
- letter or email from the post-secondary institution you plan to attend in September 2024 indicating acceptance or eligibility for enrollment in the upcoming academic year, if you have already received one
Our scholarship and bursary program is named in honour of John Plater, a tireless advocate for people with bleeding disorders and those who were affected by the tainted blood tragedy. John had severe hemophilia A and contracted HIV from tainted blood. He passed away in the prime of his life in 2012 due to complications from AIDS. John’s advocacy aided in the establishment of the Krever Inquiry and compensation for those who were infected with HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. John graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1996, was called the Bar of Ontario in 1998, and he maintained a legal practice assisting those affected by the tainted blood tragedy. This program recognizes and celebrates John’s commitment to education, our community and helping others.
You can submit your application at: https://hemophiliaontario.typeform.com/to/rIntNpFZ
