Founded in 1953, the Canadian Hemophilia Society (CHS) is a national voluntary health charity. Its mission is to improve the health and quality of life of all people in Canada with inherited bleeding disorders and ultimately finding cures. Its vision is a world free from the pain and suffering of inherited bleeding disorders. _______________________________________________________________________________ À propos du commenditaire - La Société canadienne de l’hémophilie est une organisation à but non lucratif qui travaille, depuis 1953, à améliorer l’état de santé et la qualité de vie de toutes les personnes atteintes de troubles héréditaires de la coagulation et, ultimement, à trouver un remède définitif à ces maladies. Sa vision est d’éradiquer la souffrance et la douleur causées par les troubles héréditaires de la coagulation.
James Kreppner Memorial Scholarship and Bursary Program 2025
Description
General information on scholarships and bursaries
In an effort to bring young volunteers into the Canadian Hemophilia Society (CHS), and in recognition that a sound education is of utmost importance (particularly for those who might not be able to succeed in a vocation requiring strenuous physical labour), the CHS offers the opportunity for those who qualify to receive a scholarship or bursary in the amount of $5,000 to attend a post-secondary institution of their choice.
The CHS James Kreppner Memorial Scholarship and Bursary Program is a posthumous tribute to James Kreppner, a long-time volunteer and member of the CHS Board of Directors, and a highly respected and exemplary activist. He passed away in 2009 from complications related to HIV and hepatitis C. The CHS James Kreppner Scholarship and Bursary Program is an ongoing tribute to James’ dedication, intelligence and commitment to the CHS and community service.
The CHS awards, scholarships, and bursaries are in the amount of $5,000. The award categories are as follows:
- Scholarship: based on academic merit
- Bursary: based on financial need
- Mature student bursary: for applicants 30 years of age and over
Please note that the mature student bursary is for students returning to or beginning a course of studies at any post-secondary or vocational institution.
The program is open to Canadians with inherited bleeding disorders: hemophilia (factor VIII or IX), von Willebrand disease, rare factor deficiencies, platelet function disorders; carriers, and those who contracted hepatitis C or HIV through a blood transfusion. Spouses and children of the people mentioned above may also apply.
Those who have already received a CHS scholarship or bursary are not eligible.
All applications will be reviewed by a committee of academics and lay people whose decisions shall be final.
If needed, additional information can be obtained from the CHS National Office (toll-free at 1-800-668-2686 or by e-mail at [email protected]), provincial chapters or bleeding disorder treatment centres.
The DEADLINE for submission of completed applications and supporting documents is April 30 of any given year.
Preview the application here.
Selection Process
General criteria for scholarship and bursaries
1. Applicants must possess academic standards sufficient to allow admission into the post-secondary educational institution and program to which the scholarship or bursary would be applied.
2. Applicants who have already received a CHS scholarship or bursary are not eligible.
3. Applicants must provide three (3) letters of reference with their application, none of which may be from a relative. Such letters should attest to the abilities and suitability of the candidate for the program being applied for, as well as act as a character reference for the candidate. Suitable referees might include a principal, a teacher, a coach, an employer or clergyman. One of the letters should be related to the candidate’s community service.
4. Applicants must also provide, with the application, the signed Proof of eligibility form from their physician or other medical authority confirming their medical status (or that of their spouse or parent) regarding eligibility to this program.
5. A demonstration of experience in community service at the volunteer level and some leadership qualities. Such experience should be indicated on the application form. As one of the goals of the CHS James Kreppner Memorial Scholarship and Bursary Program is to develop volunteers for the organization, particular attention will be paid to applicants whose community service includes volunteering for the CHS at the national, chapter or regional levels.
6. The presentation of clear, logical thinking and adequate writing skills demonstrated in an original essay of 500 words on the impact that the bleeding disorder, or HCV/HIV contracted through the blood supply, has had on the applicant’s life. The essay should be type-written and submitted with the application for a scholarship.
Specific criteria for scholarships
As scholarships are awarded for academic merit and are generally recognized as such in both the academic and business communities, the successful applicants for the Canadian Hemophilia Society scholarship must meet the following criteria:
- Superior academic achievement, that being an average of at least 80%, or a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, upon graduation from secondary school. Transcripts of grades must accompany the application.
Specific criteria for bursaries
Recognizing that not all prospective students show outstanding academic achievement in secondary school, and acknowledging the fact that some students find it extremely difficult to afford a post-secondary education, the Canadian Hemophilia Society offers a non-academic bursary to those who meet the following criteria:
- A demonstration of financial need: applicants must submit a detailed budget showing their sources of income and their projected expenses for a year of study at the institution of their choice. It is expected that the applicants will provide some monies toward their education.
Specific criteria for mature student bursary:
1. A demonstration of financial need: applicants must submit a detailed budget showing their sources of income and their projected expenses for a year of study at the institution of their choice. It is expected that applicants will provide some monies toward their education.
2. Applicants who have already received a CHS scholarship or bursary are not eligible.
3. Proof of age: applicants must be at least 30 years of age in order to qualify for the mature student bursary.
4. A statement of intent: applicants must supply a document (a short essay will do) that details what their past employment has been, what the proposed career change will offer and a personal assessment of how the new career will affect their lifestyle.
5. Applicants must provide two (2) letters of reference with their application, none of which may be from a relative. Such letters should attest to the abilities and suitability of the candidate for the program being applied for, as well as act as a character reference for the candidate. Suitable referees might include a teacher, employer, colleague, clergyman or a community representative.
6. Applicants must also provide, with the application, the signed Proof of eligibility form from their physician or other medical authority confirming their medical status (or that of their spouse) regarding eligibility to this program.
