CVFSA Scholarship Opportunities

The Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) is proud to announce that nominations are now open for our 2026 Memorial Scholarships. We are awarding three $1,500 scholarships to successful applicants to support their journey toward higher education.

In conjunction with Metalfab Fire Trucks, the Jim Hayter Memorial Scholarship was established in 2017 is to honour the late Jim Hayter, a charter member of the CVFSA. Chief Hayter was a firefighter with the Alvinston, Ontario Fire Department for 44 years, serving 15 of those as Fire Chief. Beyond his fire service, he was a pillar of his community, serving as Deputy Mayor and staying active in local causes.

The Don McKee Memorial Scholarship Established in 2017 to honour the late Donald McKee, one of the earliest board members of the CVFSA. Don’s 13 years of professionalism and expertise volunteered to the association will never be forgotten. This award is proudly sponsored by the CVFSA.

The Graham Pawlett Memorial Scholarship Established in 2025 to honour the late Graham Pawlett, a longstanding CVFSA board member and Past President. Graham was a champion for firefighter health as the Inaugural Chair of the CAFC Cancer Committee. His 12 years of dedication to the CVFSA and the National Advisory Council left a lasting impact on the fire service.

Deadline – All nominations must be submitted by the last Friday in May.

Download the nomination form at: cvfsa.ca/scholarships

Contact for Info: Mark Pound – mark.p@cvfsa.ca