Dr. Holmes Scholarship Fund application deadline draws near

By Joan Janzen

Dr. Holmes Scholarship Fund has been assisting students for 39 years. Throughout those years, scholarships have been given to people of various ages entering many facets of health care.

Scholarships are awarded to students from the area covered by Dr. Holmes’ practice, which includes Elrose, Eatonia, Eston, Kindersley, Brock and Kyle. A maximum of eight students can receive the scholarship each year. Applicants who are pursuing a career in the health field are required to apply by the deadline of September 15th to be eligible.

Photo: The application deadline for the Dr. Stewart Holmes Scholarship Fund is drawing near.

Each applicant is required to submit a transcript of marks from their most recent year of study, a proof of full-time enrolment letter, a volunteer involvement reference, an employment reference, and an academic reference. A selection committee awards the scholarships based on qualifications, including demonstrating leadership qualities.

On November 2nd, 2021, Dr. Stewart Holmes passed away at the age of 93. He loved to attend an annual tea to which the scholarship recipients were invited in honour of their dedication to pursuing a career in health care. The scholarship is made possible through generous donations from the local communities and beyond.

His father Dr. Samuel Holmes, took up medical practice in Eston in 1930 until retiring in 1969. His son, Dr. Stewart Holmes, followed in his father’s footsteps, starting his medical practice in Eston in 1955, retiring in 2014 on his 86th birthday. However, he continued on as an advisor and trustee to the Eston & District Medical Centre.

Applications are available at www.eston.ca. Scholarships may be awarded to the same person on two separate occasions.