Congratulations to Emily Jackson! You are the recipient of the $1,000 Ted Rogers Scholarship from Ocean 98.5!

Emily was nominated several times for her outstanding contributions to our community.

“Emily models leadership in every aspect of her life; family, school, and within the community.    As an undergraduate student, she volunteers to help orient new students to the university,  she volunteers in the Students for Literacy program as a classroom tutor, as well as at the UVIC child development lab to assist professors in their research.   In the broader community, she  is involved with Big Sisters as a leader/mentor for the Go Girls program – a program to help teenage girls  develop confidence and self-esteem.  Emily embodies the leadership qualities this scholarship is looking for and is a very deserving candidate.”

“Emily is someone that everyone is lucky to have in their life. She volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters as a Go Girls mentor once a week – spending time with a group of young girls aged 11-14 to work on developing healthy bodies, healthy minds, and healthy relationships. During the school year she volunteers with the UVIC Students for Literacy program as well; helping to foster literacy based skills in elementary school classrooms around Victoria. Emily is a strong, passionate student, and an even stronger leader in her community – she deserves every opportunity she receives.”

Congratulations, Emily! We know you WILL MAKE GROWTH POSSIBLE.