About HREF

Kin Canada Bursaries is a program of the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund (HREF).

HREF Kin Canada established the HREF in memory of Hal Rogers, Kin Canada's founder who passed away in 1994. 
Background Throughout his life, Hal Rogers believed in the value of education. In his own words, "providing and promoting the finest and most effective education possible for our young people" was a noble endeavor.

Hal’s commitment and devotion to education is evidenced in his many years as a trustee on the Forest Hill Board of Education. In addition, the Ontario Secondary School Teachers' Federation named Founder Hal the first recipient of the coveted Lamp of Learning Award (pictured right) in 1950. The Lamp is awarded annually to a non-teacher who has made an “outstanding contribution to public secondary education in the Province.” 
The HREF is supported by Kinsmen, Kinette and Kin clubs, and public donations. 
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From the fund, $1,000 bursaries are awarded to successful Canadian applicants who are pursuing post-secondary education at a recognized university, community college, technical institute and other schools for advanced education.

Board of Trustees

The HREF Board of Trustees carry out the Fund's purpose to promote, encourage and sponsor educational programs and activities.

The HREF Board of Trustees are tasked with scoring the endorsed applications sent to them by the clubs. Strict scoring guidelines are used to evaluate the submissions in order to determine the successful bursary recipients.

Board of Trustees Members
Brenda Dineen (Chair) - District 1 Kin
Kyla Flagg (Vice Chair) - District 7 Kin
Chantelle McAlpine - District 3 Kin
Dustin Bisson - District 4 Kin
Casi McCrae- District 1 Kin
Kim Mackie - District 1 Kin
Lindsay Irvine - Staff Liaison

Donate

Thanks to your donations, 1287 students across Canada have been given the financial support they need to follow their dreams.

You've have made it possible for students to overcome personal and financial barriers and have helped prevent them from having to choose between text books, food, and housing.  

We need your help to continue making a difference in students' lives. Personal donations are tax deductible. 

Donate to HREF today!

Promote the HREF Kin Canada Bursaries Program ​

The more donations the Hal Rogers Endowment Fund receives, the more students the Kin Canada Bursaries program can help! 

We are pleased to have free tri-fold brochures available for order that you can take to your public events and fundraisers or share with your friends, family, and colleagues.

Complete the order form to request some today! 
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​Fast Facts
  • 1287 bursaries, worth $1,291,000, have been disbursed since 1994.
  • 209 applications were received for the 2021-2022 school year and 72 students from across Canada will each receive a $1,000 bursary. 
  • Kin Canada Bursaries is one of the largest non-corporate providers of bursaries in Canada.

How to Apply


Visit our Apply page for information about the application, application process and eligibility requirements.

 "Receiving this award motivated me to maintain high marks and excel in the aviation program at Mount Royal University. I needed warm boots with a good grip, a sleeping bag and survival gear for cross country flights.  I also needed a good quality headset for flying. The bursary also assisted in paying for my books and maps. It has helped my aviation career take flight."

- Bursary Recipient
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Questions? Lindsay Irvine at [email protected] or call 800-742-5546 ext. 215 for more information.


Bursary Winners​

2022-2023 Recipients​