Larry Davies Award for Public Service in Canada

To encourage Victoria College students to involve themselves in public and community service in Canada. This award will support students whose participation demonstrates practical and direct benefits to individuals and/or communities in Canada. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate financial need. Past recipients have been involved in bringing music and lessons to children in hospital; assisting Somalian refugees to host cultural events and connect families with community services; and supporting academic co-curricular outreach programs. An application is required. Funds may be used, for example, to assist with travel costs to remote communities, to offset expenses, or living costs necessary to allow time for community service work. Deadine: December 1 and February 22. Inquiries: vic.dean@utoronto.ca