For Immediate Release

March 18, 2026

Saanichton, B.C. - BC Hockey recognizes participants who pursue their academic and career goals while continuing to foster their passion for hockey. Scholarships will be awarded to BC Hockey registered participants who apply and who best combine the qualifications set below.

Eligibility

BC Hockey scholarships are open to both players and officials. All players must be registered and in good standing with BC Hockey, or former members playing in the Western Hockey League (WHL), who are in their graduating year of high school. All officiating scholarship candidates must be registered and in good standing with BC Hockey, and be either in their graduating year of high school or already attending a post-secondary institution.

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Available Scholarships

Excellence & Extraordinary: $2,000

Awarded based on outstanding achievements both on the ice and in the classroom. Awarded to two participants in their graduating year of high school.

Jeff Butler Scholarship: $1,000

Awarded in memory of the late Jeff Butler, who was fatally injured during a Junior A game in September 1985. Jeff was a dedicated young man with rare qualities of character and determination, and as such, the Jeff Butler Scholarship is awarded to a player who demonstrates academic, athletic and leadership qualities. Awarded to a participant in their graduating year of high school.

Bruce Allison Scholarship: $1,000

This scholarship is awarded in memory of the late Bruce Allison of Richmond, B.C. Allison was BC Hockey's 26th president. He was instrumental in establishing and pursuing scholarship opportunities for members of BC Hockey and advocated the pursuit of educational goals through hockey excellence. Awarded to a participant in their graduating year of high school.

Ted Hargreaves Scholarship: $1,000

This scholarship is awarded in the memory of the late Ted Hargreaves of Nelson, B.C., who was an integral part of hockey development and coaching in British Columbia and across Canada. He also combined his passion for hockey with his artistic abilities, illustrating instructional manuals for Hockey Canada. Awarded to a participant in their graduating year of high school.

Jim Stirling Memorial Scholarship: $1,000

B.F. Lorenzetti is the insurance provider for Hockey Canada and its Branches. One of their objectives is to assist in the funding of young athletes and officials. In an effort to honour the contributions of long serving BFL colleague and friend Jim Stirling, BFL Canada has decided to change the name of the BFL Canada Risk and Insurance Scholarship program to the Jim Stirling Scholarship Program donated by BFL Canada. Awarded to a participant in their graduating year of high school.

BC Hockey District Scholarships: $1,000

This scholarship is available to be awarded to eight players from each of BC Hockey's eight Districts.

BC Hockey Officiating Scholarships: $500

Hockey Canada Officiating Program (HCOP) Officials in their graduating year of high school or already attending a post-secondary institution are eligible for BC Hockey Officiating Scholarships (Level 2 or above). Scholarships will be awarded to BC Hockey officials who best combine the qualifications listed on the application form. The Officiating Committee will determine the number and amount of scholarships each season. BC Hockey wants to recognize officials who develop their academic career aspirations, at the same time growing their interest in officiating.

Rich with history, the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association engages and supports many communities throughout the province of B.C.

The Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association is made up of former National Hockey League (NHL) players, former Canucks coaches and staff, plus those who support the game of hockey in B.C. Close to 100 members call B.C. home, while another 75 live in parts of Canada, the United States and Europe.

BC Hockey is currently accepting applications for scholarships, including the five Vancouver Canucks Alumni Scholarships. These include:

Dan Hamhuis Scholarship (North)

Doug Lidster Scholarship (Okanagan)

Cesare Maniago Scholarship (Kootenays)

Willie Mitchell Scholarship (Vancouver Island)

Darcy Rota Scholarship (Lower Mainland)

BCEHL Scholarships

BCEHL - Wilson's Transportation Scholarship: $1,000

Awarded to two BCEHL players in their graduating year of high school.

Telus Legacy Scholarship: $2,500

Awarded to players in the BCEHL that recognizes their academic achievements and contributions to their region, community and team.

Vancouver Foundation: Yallouz/Thibeault Scholarship: $1,000

Awarded to a graduating player from the BCEHL Female U18 league.

Requirements

Applications must be accompanied by the following:

· Letter from the applicant's coach or referee-in-chief

· Letter from the applicant's Minor Hockey Association (MHA) or league president

· Letter from the applicant's school principal

· A copy of the applicant's most recent transcript (high school or post-secondary)

The deadline to apply is: April 24, 2026

For more information on applications, scholarship descriptions, and past winners, please visit our website HERE.

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