Young Directors' Bursary
The Young Directors' Bursary was established to assist Board and Intern Directors (ages 39 and under) with their professional development and governance training. The annual conference is not only a great learning environment, but a wonderful opportunity for young Directors to network and engage with system leaders from across Ontario and nationally - and meet potential mentors to help them through their governance journey. Young directors leave the conference feeling more confident in their decision-making skills and with new knowledge and tools to share with their Boards!

The Board approves two bursaries for each conference year, which covers the cost of the applicant's conference registration fee and includes all meals and activities that take place during the conference. It does not cover the cost of transportation to and from the conference venue, accommodations, or the evening meals (which are not part of the conference), which are the sole responsibility of the applicant, or the organization they are applying from.
The bursary application process opens May 15, 2025 and closes September 19, 2025. Applicants will be considered on a first come, first serve basis (therefore whichever date comes first). Once we have received and approved both applications, we will close the submission process.
Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the steps below before they begin, as an application is not complete until all items have been submitted and received.
STEPS TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION PROCESS
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Verify that you are eligible to receive the bursary - click here.
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Complete and submit the form below.
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Provide us with proof of age (i.e., a photo of your driver's licence (front and back), birth certificate, or passport).
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Provide us with a letter of recommendation from your organization that supports your request for this bursary, and why you are suitable to receive it.
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Send us a $100 deposit along with your application, that will be refunded in FULL after the conference as long as you attend. Please e-transfer to: treasurer@directorsforum.coop.
Steps 3 and 4 can be emailed to manager@directorsforum.coop.