The Woodbine Entertainment Group is offering the WEG Higher Education Award to children of WEG employees or licensed backstretch members.

Awards will be given to two students with bursaries of up to $1,000. The bursaries are based on financial need, academic standing and community involvement. Evaluation of the applicants will be undertaken by an independent committee composed of community leaders.

Along with the application form, applicants must include a letter of reference, transcript of marks, proof of community participation, proof of enrollment and attendance at a post-secondary school, a personal letter and resume and a budget form.

For details, and to download an application form, click here. Submissions must be made by August 31st. Contact Wendy Loiselle at [email protected] for more information.