The deadline for CHHA Scholarship Applications is fast approaching!

The Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Scholarship Program was established in 2002. This Program is supported by donations of the members of the Canadian Hard of Hearing Association (CHHA) and by the generous contributions from the Algar family, Doreen Laszlo (spouse of Dr. Charles Laszlo) and MED-El. There are currently 4 available Scholarships offered by CHHA.

Applicants to this Scholarship Program must be either hard of hearing, deafened or oral deaf. Eligible applicants may be first-time or returning post-secondary students at a recognized College or University. Students should be registered for a full-time program and intend to return to school in the next academic year.

For more information about CHHA’s scholarships and eligibility requirements, please visit our website: http://www.chha.ca/chha/scholarships-index.php

All online applications for 2015 must be received by March 2, 2015 at 3pm.  Late or incomplete applications will not be considered nor will applications be accepted by e-mail or fax. If you have already submitted an application online, please disregard this email.

If you have questions, please contact the CHHA National Office at the following address:

Canadian Hard of Hearing Association Scholarship Program
2415 Holly Lane, Suite 205, Ottawa, ON   K1V 7P2
Voice: (613) 526-1584   Toll Free: 800-263-8068
Fax: (613) 526-4718    TTY: (613) 526-2692
Email: scholarship@chha.ca

Sarah Gaulin Memorial Scholarship

The Sarah Gaulin Memorial Scholarship was established in honour of Sarah Gaulin, who died at age 26 after a longtime battle with mental illness. Along with her passion for Paralympic sport, Sarah actively pursued a career in the healthcare field. Notwithstanding her health issues, Sarah persevered and continued to attend and excel in her educational field of choice. Although she battled with mental illness, she never gave up on education and her dream of one day helping others. The scholarship seeks to support and encourage the resilience of individuals with mental illness pursuing post-secondary education, which Sarah believed strongly in.

Scholarship value: $1,000.00

Please visit www.gaulinfoundation.org for more information

National Transgender Day of Remembrance(TDoR) – Events

Thursday November 20th – Candle Light Vigil
Time: 11am-3pm
Location: SUB Concourse

Thursday November 20th – TDoR Memorial Event
Time: 5pm-7.30pm
Location: SUB Art Gallery
Description: A discussion on what TDoR is, an opportunity for folks to share their experiences, spoken word pieces and a panel discussion of trans* issues.

Thursday, November 20, 2014 –  Allyship Discussion
Time: 3pm – 4:30pm
Location: SUB Ballroom
Description: This facilitated discussion creates space to examine how allyship is practiced in and out of queer communities. The focus is on allyship with trans folks and communities and how to transform our allyship into one that is better enacted and embodied.

Thursday, November 20, 2014 – Trans* Solidarity Discussion
Time: 3pm – 4:30pm
Location: SUB Ballroom
Description: This facilitated discussion is a space to examine solidarity within the trans communities. This space is created for trans-identified folks to discuss how to  navigate the range of experiences and needs that fall within this umbrella in a way that is active and intentional.