Awards

For students enrolled in an Intervenor Program of Study

Established in 2022, the Canadian Deafblind Association Wayne Turnbull Memorial Scholarship honours the legacy of Wayne Turnbull, who was deafblind and a Board member of both CDBA National and the CDBA Alberta Chapter. Wayne was a lifelong advocate for individuals who are deafblind and their Intervenors.

Eligibility:
• Awarded to a deserving student in any area of Intervenor Studies, whether it be online or in-person, through an accredited educational institution

• Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada; however, the program of study could be outside of Canada

• Previous award recipients are not eligible to apply again.

Scholarship Award based on:
• Two (2) letters of reference submitted directly from the referrer to the scholarship committee—one academic/professional, one personal

• Proof of school registration status

• Completed application form

• Letter of intent from applicant to include:

➢ What is your motivation for taking this course of study?
➢ Upon graduation how you might apply your studies to your future goals?

Application Deadline:
• Applications for Fall Semester
         ➢ Application form and all supporting documents must be received between March 1st and April 30th

• Applications for Spring Semester
         ➢ Application form and all supporting documents must be received between September 1st and October 31st

• All applicants will be notified of approval or denial by May 31st for the fall semester and by November 30th for the spring semester.

Awards & Disbursements
• The amount for an individual scholarship will be up to 25% of the tuition fee to a maximum of $1,000

• Scholarships will not be disbursed until the applicant has met the necessary requirements for course admission set by the institution

• This scholarship award is payable directly to the educational institution

• If the applicant has paid the full tuition to the educational institution, the applicant will receive the scholarship amount directly from CDBA
         ➢ Please note: the scholarship amount paid directly to the applicant will not be made until CDBA has confirmed that the applicant has actually begun the semester and has passed the timeline for withdrawing from the course.

This award was set up by the family of Andrew Love. He was a determined child who courageously overcame many obstacles to become an inspiration to those who knew him. Intervention was the key that unlocked doors for Andrew.

In recognition of the contribution that Intervention made to the quality of Andrew’s life, a
Memorial Award was established to be presented annually to a special Intervenor who displays outstanding skills. The successful candidate will be a dedicated and compassionate individual who has devoted time and effort to enhance the quality of life of a person who is Deafblind.

A Trust Agreement was established in February of 1991 between Thomas Love and Linda Love (Settlors) and Linda Love, Linda Mamer, Christina St. Amand and Carolyn Monaco (Trustees).

According to the Trust Agreement, the Trustees shall award the Andrew Love Memorial Award in the sum of $200 to the Intervenor who, in the opinion of the Trustees, has demonstrated consistently high standards in his/her interaction with deafblind individuals.

Nomination Procedure

Persons interested in nominating an individual to receive this award should submit:

a) The name, address, email address and phone number of both the nominator and
nominee should appear at the top of the submission.

b) A detailed summary that outlines the nominee’s ability to enhance the quality of life of a person who is Deafblind.

•  The summary should provide information that paints a picture of an Intervenor who has outstanding Intervenor skills that are exemplified through a philosophy
of “doing with, not for”.

• He/she will have also heightened community awareness of the needs of
individuals who are Deafblind by demonstrating a degree of professionalism that goes above and beyond their job description.

• Examples of school, family and/or community special initiatives are welcomed.

c) Supplemental information that may be included could include additional letters of support, pictures, and/or input from the individual with whom the Intervenor works. However, supplemental information will not bias the selection process.

The award, which was first issued in 1991 is presented by the Canadian Deafblind
Association at its Annual Meeting or during a National Conference. Usually, the award
includes a cheque for $250, flowers and a plaque.

Past Winners

This award is presented to a graduating student who demonstrated outstanding achievement in the Field Placement component of the George Brown College Intervenor for Deafblind Persons Program.

The award winner usually receives $100 from CDBA (National) and a plaque provided by George Brown College. The award was first issued in 1998.

Past Winners

This award is presented to an individual, group of individuals or an organization that has made an outstanding volunteer contribution to the Canadian Deafblind Association at the National and/or Chapter Levels.
This award has been named after Cherry Bulmer in recognition of the passion, enthusiasm and commitment to which she dedicated her time and effort to this organization.

General Information
1. The nominator could be an individual, a group of individuals or an organization.

2. The nominee could be an individual, a group of individuals or an organization.

3. The recipient will be announced at the CDBA National Annual General Meeting (AGM).

4. Should the recipient be in attendance at the National AGM the presentation of the award will take
place at that time; otherwise the presentation will be made at a future date.

5. The completed nomination form should be forwarded to the CDBA National Secretary/Treasurer at:

Email: info@cdbanational.com

Mail: 1860 Appleby Line, Unit 14, Box 421, Burlington ON L7L 7H7

Phone: (365) 366-4525

6. Any additional information required can be obtained by contacting the CDBA National office as
noted above.

7. Up to 3 additional documents may accompany this submission. Attachments may include pictures, videos or letters.

8. The application must be received by August 31. Confirmation that it has been received will be
provided.

Past Winners