RAYS Scholarship recipient and RAYS Scholarship Committee chair LIVE on the Peak 95
Great interview with John Eaton of the Peak 95 with
RAYS announces 2021 scholarships, bursaries
Each year RAYS (Resources for Area Youth Success), a charitable organization based in Creemore, awards scholarships and bursaries to qualifying local youth to support them in their post-secondary education. Since 2012, RAYS has contributed over $350,000 in scholarship and bursaries to students to assist with the financial costs of...
Students Share Their COVID Experiences
By Rina Barone Posted August 6, 2021 The Creemore Echo
Grassroots charity offers RAYS of hope for area youth pursuing post-secondary learning
Local organization provides funding, mentorship for students from the area
RAYS Volunteer Profile: Heather Rowell
By Rina Barone Published April 16, 2021 The Creemore Echo
Checking in with RAYS bursary winner: Mackenna Halliday
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. …
Checking in with RAYS bursary winner: Emma Woodhouse
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. …
Checking in with RAYS bursary winner: Travis Sacerty
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. …
RAYS Fall 2020 Update to Sponsors, Donors and Friends
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. …
RAYS’ bursary students share experiences, job opportunities
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...