WiN Canada Student Scholarship

Now accepting applications for 2023! Open until May 15th, 2023.

WiN Canada wishes to recognize young women who play a pivotal role, in their studies and in their communities, in highlighting the benefits of the nuclear industry. The WiN Canada Student Scholarship will be awarded to three (3) deserving applicants who will each receive an engraved plaque and a financial contribution of CAN $3,000, to be put towards their continued pursuit of a career in the nuclear industry.

Awards will be provided as following:

• One (1) scholarship for a woman currently enrolled and in good standing in an undergraduate university program, with a clear, demonstrated interest and career path in the nuclear industry
• One (1) scholarship for a woman currently enrolled and in good standing in an graduate program, with a clear, demonstrated interest and career path in the nuclear industry
• One (1) scholarship for a woman currently enrolled and in good standing in a technical college or trade school program, with a clear, demonstrated interest and career path in the nuclear industry

The winners of the scholarship are also invited to attend the WiN Canada conference. Conference registration, accommodations and travel expenses will be covered by WiN Canada, up to a maximum of $1,500.00 for the annual conference.

The scholarships are generously provided by WiN Canada’s sponsors within Canada’s nuclear industry, with the goal of highlighting the many career opportunities within the industry and the vision of a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

Eligibility

Women currently enrolled and in good standing at a Canadian university, technical college, or trade school program who can demonstrate their interest in working in the nuclear industry once their studies are complete. Work experience in the industry is an asset, however it is not a requirement. All fields of study will be considered. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Past Recipients

2022

• Undergraduate #1 – Emily Dawe, University of Toronto, Chemical Engineering
• Undergraduate #2 – Luisa Vargas Suarez, University of Calgary, Natural Sciences, Energy Sciences and Chemistry Concentrations
• Graduate – Mackenzie Tigwell, McMaster University, Radiation Sciences – Medical Physics

2021

• Undergraduate #1 – Ruha Khan, McMaster University, Chemical Engineering
• Undergraduate #2 – Elsa Bassi, McMaster University, Environmental and Earth Sciences
• Graduate – Eden Gough, Ontario Tech University, MASc Nuclear Engineering
• Technical – Michaela McGillvray, Algonquin College, Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety

2020

• Undergraduate – Sara Dara, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Nuclear Engineering (Honours)
• Graduate – Jessica Gauthier, University of New Brunswick (UNB)/New Brunswick Community College, Masters of Science in Chemical Engineering/Control Room Operator Internship Program
• Technical – Amanda Stockbridge, Algonquin College, Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety

2019

• Undergraduate – Franki Race, University of Calgary, Natural Sciences, Energy Sciences and Geoscience Concentrations
• Graduate – Jacy Conrad, University of Guelph, Ph.D, Direct Entry, Co-op Option, Physical Chemistry
• Technical – Dallas Wilson, Algonquin College – Pembroke Campus, Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety

2018

• Undergraduate – Kaitlyn Brown, University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Nuclear Engineering Bachelors program
• Graduate – Rose Karimiaghighi, Western University, PhD in Physical/Analytical Chemistry
• Technical – Jennifer Valentine, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Power Engineering Program

2017

• Undergraduate – Megan Goodland, McMaster University, Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering Physics
• Graduate – Cristina Mazza, Ryerson University, Master of Science in Management