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RULES AND CONDITIONS THAT APPLY TO THE JEAN RICHARD SCHOLARSHIP

1. To be eligible to apply for the Jean Richard Scholarship, a candidate must meet one of the following conditions:

1. A member in good standing of Council 8381; or

• The spouse of a member in good standing of Council 8381; or

• The son or daughter of a member in good standing of Council 8381; or

• The spouse of a deceased member who was in good standing of Council 8381 at time of death; or

• The son or daughter of a deceased member who was in good standing of Council 8381 at time of death; or

• The Grandchild of a member in good standing of Council 8381; or

• The Grandchild of a deceased member who was in good standing of Council 8381 at time of death.

• In the event there are no successful applications from the categories listed in paragraph 1 above, applications

shall be considered from previous applicants:

1. Saint Patrick’s;

• Most Pure Heart of Mary; and

• Saint Edward’s Mission.

• All applicants for this bursary MUST have applied at a recognized university, college or post-secondary

education institution.

• At least one bursary valued at $500.00 will be awarded annually by Council 8381.

• The bursary will be awarded only with proof of enrolment at a post-secondary educational institution and

shall be paid directly to the bursary winner or the institution enrolled into at the beginning of the second semester.

• Applicants MUST attach an official transcript of marks of the last THREE years of High School and/or post-

secondary educational institute attended.

• This bursary will be awarded on the following basis:

1. Scholastic achievement of the applicant; and

• The applicant’s leadership abilities.

• All application MUST be accompanied with a RESUME and an Autobiographical Statement that describes the applicant’s educational objectives, church activities, extracurricular activities and community involvement.

• An application for this bursary, with all supporting documentation, MUST be received on or before May 1 at the address shown at top of the application form.

Any questions or queries regarding these rules and conditions or questions in general, can be answered by calling Frank McCarthy at 622-4337.

*Due to this application just going out, if you hand the completed application in to Ms. O’Donnell, she will ensure that it is delivered by May 1st.

The Employees of Superior Trade Scholarship is a new scholarship program launching this year.

Superior designs and builds heavy-duty machines that crush, screen, wash, and move materials used by companies around the world. Our work supports many industries and is powered by skilled trades professionals every day right here at our branch in Miramichi.

This scholarship supports students pursuing a future in the skilled trades and is open to students from all schools in Northumberland County.  This scholarship will be awarded to a student who shows a strong work ethic, interest in technical skills, and a commitment to learning a trade including Welding, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction, Manufacturing, and Industrial Technology.

Please use the attached application. The QR code on the poster no longer works.

Deadline for submissions: April 24^th, 2026.

The Fr. Nicholas J. Power Memorial Scholarship is open by application to all eligible students from the parish of Our Lady of Lourdes – Miramichi (St. Patrick’s, Most Pure Heart of Mary, & St. Edward’s) who are receiving their h igh school diploma in June 2 026.

 Applicants must be planning to pursue post–secondary studies/training within the next school year (2026–2027). Applicants must provide the scholarship selection committee with: 

1) A copy of their acceptance letter to a post–secondary program issued by the University/College/Institution. 

2) A brief description about how the applicant has been active within the parish of Our Lady of Lourdes (St. Patrick’s, MPHM, or St. Edward’s).

3) Two letters of reference. (Offered by non–family members who have known the applicant for at least two years, and must indicate in what capacity.)   

Please submit application to the parish office no later than Friday, May 15, 2026.

A $250 scholarship will be offered to a grade 12 student whose parents are members of ATV Club #18.

Completed applications must be returned to the main office or Ms. O’Donnell by 3pm on Friday, May 15^th, 2026, for consideration. 

The Douglastown Lions Club Scholarship consists of one (1) scholarship with a value of $1000 to be awarded to a deserving graduate from the Douglastown service area (applicants must live between French Fort Cove and Bartibogue).  The selection is based on financial need and character. See Ms. O’Donnell for a paper copy of the application. 

Applications are due to the MVHS main office by 3:00pm on Friday, May 15th, 2026.