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Local organization provides funding, mentorship for students from the areaContinue readingGrassroots charity offers RAYS of hope for area youth pursuing post-secondary learning

By Rina Barone Published April 16, 2021 The Creemore EchoContinue readingRAYS Volunteer Profile: Heather Rowell

Makenna Halliday’s first awareness of Indigenous people was in elementary school when a guest speaker came to talk to her class about indigenous customs and way of life. … Continue readingChecking in with RAYS bursary winner: Mackenna Halliday

A co-op opportunity with the Wasaga Beach Paramedic and Volunteer Fire Fighters, suggested by her Family Studies teacher, propelled Emma Woodhouse towards a career as a paramedic.  … Continue readingChecking in with RAYS bursary winner: Emma Woodhouse

Travis Sacerty who grew up in Creemore and attended Collingwood Collegiate Institute always preferred working with his hands, learning by doing, rather than reading a textbook. … Continue readingChecking in with RAYS bursary winner: Travis Sacerty

​​​​​​​​​Thank you for making a difference

On behalf of RAYS students, their families and our volunteers, we want to thank you for investing in the future of our local area youth. Your support makes a real difference. … Continue readingRAYS Fall 2020 Update to Sponsors, Donors and Friends

Creemore Echo Posted May 14, 2020
In addition to the scholarships that RAYS awards to university students, the Bursary program is prospering.
Nick Forrest, chair of the bursary committee says, “I am delighted that we are now able to award 12 two-year bursaries annually to students entering a community college or apprenticeship program. Our aim, through financial support and mentoring, is to support these students in gaining the knowledge, confidence and qualifications that will help them to find work in their chosen careers.” … Continue readingRAYS’ bursary students share experiences, job opportunities

Four years ago, three young women graduating from local high schools were awarded $20,000 scholarships to study at a Canadian university. They all excelled in their various programs and are now planning for further studies. Here are their stories and plans for the future:

In September 2016, Valerie Binder enrolled at Ottawa University to study French and Biology. She wanted to be a teacher. … Continue readingPandemic alters graduation for 2020 RAYS scholars

Creemore Echo April 24, 2020
For the eight RAYS scholarship recipients who are wrapping up their first, second or third year at university, COVID-19 has meant significant change.

To their great credit, they have adapted, persevered and risen to the challenge. We asked three of these students to share their challenges, how they coped and how they are planning to spend their summer. … Continue readingRAYS scholars adapt to education disruption