Grad Bursary Program

The CPC Halifax Citadel Bursary is a one-time $2,500 bursary and a one-time $1,500 bursary to support the tuition of students graduating from High School and pursuing post-secondary education at a Nova Scotia post-secondary institution.

Selection & Eligibility Criteria

  • Graduating from a Halifax Regional Municipality high school this year

  • Continuing their studies in post-secondary education in September at a post-secondary institution in Nova Scotia

  • Demonstrated community service

  • Demonstrated financial need

2026 Grad Bursary Winners

$2,500 Bursary Winner: Mylee Given

Mylee is a high-achieving grade twelve student from Millwood High School in Lower Sackville, NS, who has been accepted to Dalhousie University for the Bachelor of Health Science (Radiological Technology) program starting September 2026. She has maintained a 95%+ average throughout her high school years and is recognized by her teachers for her exceptional work ethic, motivation, and collaborative skills. Mylee has demonstrated significant commitment to community service, with nearly 100 volunteer hours at the Cobequid Community Health Centre, as well as involvement in school mural projects and volunteering at local gymnastics clubs.

Mylee’s passion for healthcare stems from her personal experiences growing up as a premature triplet, with one sister living with Tetralogy of Fallot and the other with Cerebral Palsy. After losing her mother 14 years ago, Mylee’s father has raised all three sisters, who are now all preparing to attend university at the same time, creating significant financial challenges. Inspired by the exceptional care her family received from the IWK Health Centre, Mylee is determined to become a pediatric Radiological Technologist and eventually work at the IWK to give back to the community that supported her family since their time in the NICU. Mylee furthered this passion through a high school co-op placement and ongoing volunteer work at the Cobequid Community Health Centre in Diagnostic Imaging, where she gained hands-on experience assisting technologists and supporting patients. She is described as mature, collaborative, and highly motivated, making her an excellent candidate for this bursary.

On behalf of the CPC Halifax Citadel, Congratulations, Mylee!

$1,500 Bursary Winner: Sienna Foley

Sienna is an exceptionally motivated and accomplished grade 12 student at Dartmouth High School in Dartmouth, NS who is accepted to a Bachelor in Science program for Nursing at Acadia University (in partnership with CBU).  She has consistently excelled academically, maintaining a Principal’s List standing and an average above 90% throughout high school. She has successfully completed numerous advanced and AP courses, demonstrating strong intellectual ability, discipline, and a remarkable work ethic while balancing a demanding schedule. In addition to her academic achievements, Sienna is an elite athlete in volleyball and lacrosse, and she effectively manages her time across academics, athletics, part-time work as a sales associate at GAP, and over 100 hours of active volunteering.  

Her leadership is evident through the founding of the "Wellness Wednesdays" initiative at Dartmouth High, where she provides resources and support on mental health and wellbeing to her peers. Sienna is also an active member of student council, a lacrosse coach, and a dedicated volunteer at a nursing home, where she gained valuable life lessons in compassion, empathy, patience, and emotional support. These experiences inspired her to pursue a career in nursing. She has also contributed to initiatives such as “Sending Sunshine” and “Be Santa for a Senior,” spreading kindness to seniors through handmade cards and holiday gifts.

Sienna is deeply engaged with social and cultural issues, having helped organize the Cultivating Peace Conference and wellness events at the Youth Health Centre. Her principal describes her as diligent, proud, and well-prepared for the challenges of university. Her outstanding achievements, leadership, compassion, and commitment to community make her a highly deserving candidate for this bursary award.

On behalf of the CPC Halifax Citadel, Congratulations, Sienna!

CPC Halifax Citadel members are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the community in which we live, most notably for women and children. With over 3,000 volunteer hours last year, our members contribute to our community with a variety of organizations, and we are pleased to offer a one-time $2,500 and a one-time $1,500 post-secondary education bursary from our volunteer fundraising efforts.

Past Bursary Winners