This bursary is in memory of Tom Finnie, who was a former board member of M’akola. Tom was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His life was one of total service to his country via the Navy. Every community he lived in was enriched by his presence; each life he touched made better because he cared and let them know they were special.
He was a tireless worker in many organizations throughout his life, including being a trades person. He supported all sports and was a senior game swimmer. He taught cultural activities with School District 71. He travelled as far as Manitoba, teaching drum making, hunting, fishing, and survival. In recognition of Tom’s commitment to his community and the communities served by the M’akola, the organization established an annual Tom Finnie Indigenous Trades Bursary.
Annual award amount: $2,500 (six available)
Deadline: October 20th, 2022
Application: View PDF application
Congratulations to the 2021 recipients:
- Cedar Kikosewin-Holden, Cree
Professional Cooking – Selkirk College
- Levi Weaver
Hair Sculpting – Riverside College
- Logan Kropdra, Cherokee
Heavy Duty Mechanics – Grande Prairie Regional College
- Raven Robinson, Heiltuk & Gitanmaax of Wilp Nitsoo
Heavy Duty Mechanics – Okanagan College
- Ryley Dyck
Welding – Okanagan College
- Tearlach Thompson
Heavy Duty Mechanics – Timberline Secondary