Championship Grant
The City of Beaconsfield supports young Beaconsfield athletes who have the privilege of competing in a national championship held in Canada or in an international championship. The grant policy is intended to establish the fundamental principles and eligibility criteria under which Beaconsfield athletes participating in national- or international-level championships may receive financial support.
An application form for financial assistance for participation in a Canadian or international championship is available from the Culture and Leisure Department. The completed application must be submitted to the Department Director no later than 60 days after the competition.
Among the eligibility requirements, athletes must be residents of Beaconsfield, be 25 years of age or younger, and be full-time students.
For more information, please contact us at 514 428-4520 or by email at loisirs@beaconsfield.ca.
Cultural Grant
The City of Beaconsfield supports young Beaconsfield residents who have the privilege of travelling to participate in a cultural event. The grant policy is intended to establish the fundamental principles and eligibility criteria under which young Beaconsfield residents may participate in a one-time specialized training program or a major cultural event.
An application form for financial assistance for participation in a cultural event is available from the Culture and Leisure Department. The completed application must be submitted to the Department Director no later than 60 days after the event.
Among the eligibility requirements, applicants must be residents of Beaconsfield, be 25 years of age or younger, and be full-time students.
For more information, please contact us at 514 428-4520 or by email at loisirs@beaconsfield.ca.
Toope Memorial Scholarship
Established in 1996 in memory of Reverend Frank Toope and his wife Jocelyn, these scholarships are designed to highlight the positive role young people play in our community. Nominated by local school boards, candidates must be city residents and graduates of a public high school. They must demonstrate excellent academic performance, active participation in student life and sports, and involvement in the community at large through volunteer work.
Bursaries are divided equally between the Commission Scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys and the Lester B. Pearson School Board. The City of Beaconsfield will contact these school boards annually for nominations.
Students eligible for these scholarships are residents of Beaconsfield; graduates of public high schools under the jurisdiction of one of the two school boards serving the City; have excelled academically; participated in student life and sports; contributed through volunteer work to the well-being of the community.
Each recipient will receive a bursary of one thousand dollars ($1, 000), along with a commemorative plaque and a family leisure card for one year, to be presented by the mayor, or his or her representative.
For more information, please contact Leisure Department at 514 428-4520 or email at loisirs@beaconsfield.ca.
Hall of Honours
The City of Beaconsfield will officially recognize citizens who achieve athletic distinction and induct them into Beaconsfield Athlete’s Hall of Honour. To recognize these athletes, a “Hall of Honour” has been established to provide a public display of the top achievements of our citizens based on set guidelines and subject to approval by the Culture and Leisure Department and Beaconsfield City Council.
Association members – Recognized Community Associations are asked to notify, in writing, the Beaconsfield Culture and Leisure Department of any teams or individuals which meet the criteria and who they feel qualify to be inducted in the Beaconsfield Athlete’s Hall of Honour.
Beaconsfield residents – residents who meet the criteria warranting membership in the Beaconsfield Athlete’s Hall of Honour through participation as an individual or though a non-recognized group/association are asked to notify, in writing, Culture and Leisure Department of their achievement.
For more information, please contact Leisure Department at 514 428-4520 or by email at loisirs@beaconsfield.ca.
Honour Roll Book
Many residents distinguish themselves through their contributions to the many aspects of community life such as the library, socio-cultural, sports and recreation, education, religion, commerce, health and welfare. The City of Beaconsfield will recognize the names of these residents who have made a significant contribution to community life, in an Honour Roll Book.
A deceased individual, who has made a contribution through volunteerism or a cause deemed significant by other residents, must be nominated by petition from 25 Beaconsfield families who are not related to the nominee. The nominating residents must provide written biographical information and a photo of the individual. This must be approved by City Council.
For more information, please contact Leisure Department at 514 428-4520 or by email at loisirs@beaconsfield.ca.