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.

The award 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. The award was first issued in 1991.

Nomination Procedure

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

1. The name, address, email address and phone number of both the nominator and nominee should appear at the top of the submission
2. 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
3. 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.

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 named after Cherry Bulmer in recognition of the passion, enthusiasm and commitment with which she dedicated her time and effort to the Canadian Deafblind Association. The award is to be awarded to an individual who has made an outstanding volunteer contribution to the CDBA at the National and Chapter levels and sharing the same passion and commitment as Cherry Bulmer. This award will be awarded annually at the National or Chapter AGM, depending on the recipient.

Notice of the award is to be posted in the first edition of INTERVENTION magazine each year and letters of nomination be sent to the Executive Director for review by the Awards Committee. The award was first presented in 2005.

Past Winners