PacificSport Vancouver Island Athlete Bursaries
PacificSport Vancouver Island is pleased to announce the launch of six annual athlete bursaries. Athletes from the PacificSport Vancouver Island region (mid-to-north Vancouver Island, Powell River, Sunshine Coast) will be eligible to apply providing the meet the requirements listed below. These bursaries will support athletes in their pursuit of sport development, community engagement and competitive results. The athletes selected, will have to attend our annual AGM on June 27th to receive their bursary from PSVI staff.
See our past and present athlete bursary recipients:
2023 Recipients
2022 Recipients
Bursary Applications- open until June 19th, 2024
There are four (6) bursaries valued at $500 to be distributed-
2 x High-Performance Athlete
2 x High Potential Athlete
2 x Student Athlete
Please familiarize yourself with the following criteria:
High Performance Athlete Bursaries | Two (2) bursaries valued at $500.00 each
The High Performance Athlete Bursaries will be awarded to an athlete who has shown exceptional dedication to sport in the last 18 months. Successful recipients will reflect PacificSport Vancouver Island core values of Commitment and Excellence. Preference will be given to PacificSport Vancouver Island registered athletes (from the past 24 months). https://pacificsportvi.com/registered-athlete-coach-services
- Please submit a 250-500 word letter explaining why you feel that you would be an excellent candidate for this bursary. Please include the following within your letter/application:
- Top recent competition results (or if injured submit a coaches testimonial on training and goals)
- What the bursary may be put towards (training, equipment, travel, etc)
- Name:
- Sport:
- Club/Team:
- Region/City:
- Are you a PSVI registered athlete:
- If yes, since when:
- If no, have you been previously:
- Home Address:
- Phone Number:
- Email:
- Instagram Handle:
We also require a letter of support from a coach or teacher
Applications can be submitted by email to Kevin Lindo at klindo@pacificsport.com and are due by JUNE 19, 2024.
Recipients will be expected to attend in person at the PacificSport AGM on June 27th,2024 (time and location TBD).
High Potential Athlete Bursaries | Two (2) bursaries valued at $500.00 each
The High Potential Athlete Bursaries will be awarded to an athlete who has shown exceptional dedication to sport in the last 18 months from grassroots to competitive level sports. Successful recipients will reflect PacificSport Vancouver Island core values of Leadership and Integrity. Preference will be given to athletes who exhibit selflessness and/or resilience during their athletic pursuits.
- Please submit a 250-500 word letter explaining why you feel that you would be an excellent candidate for this bursary. Please include the following in your letter/application:
- Volunteer/work experience
- What the bursary may be put towards (training, equipment, travel, etc)
- Name:
- Sport:
- Club/Team:
- Region/City:
- Are you a PSVI registered athlete:
- If yes, since when:
- If no, have you been previously:
- Home Address:
- Phone Number:
- Email:
- Instagram Handle:
We also require a letter of support from a coach or a teacher
Applications can be submitted by email to Kevin Lindo at klindo@pacificsport.com and are due by JUNE 19TH, 2024.
Recipients will be expected to attend in person at the PacificSport AGM on June 27th,2024 (time and location TBD).
Student Athlete Bursaries | Two (2) bursaries valued at $500.00 each
The Student Athlete Bursaries will be awarded to an athlete who has shown exceptional dedication to sport and academics in the last 18 month. Here at PSVI we believe in student athletes are role models to create dynamic and healthy communities. Preference will be given to athletes with the PSVI region.
- Please submit a 250-500 word letter explaining why you feel that you would be an excellent candidate for this bursary. Please include the following in your letter/application:
- Volunteer/work experience
- What the bursary may be put towards (training, equipment, travel, etc)
- Name:
- Sport:
- Club/Team:
- Region/City:
- Are you a PSVI registered athlete:
- If yes, since when:
- If no, have you been previously:
- Home Address:
- Phone Number:
- Email:
- Instagram Handle:
We also require a letter of support from a coach or a teacher
Applications can be submitted by email to Kevin Lindo at klindo@pacificsport.com and are due by JUNE 19TH, 2024.
Recipients will be expected to attend in person at the PacificSport AGM on June 27th,2024 (time and location TBD).
2023 Bursary Recipients
2022 Bursary Recipients
