The Senator Rheal Belisle Scholarships

Established by friends in honour of the 40th anniversary of Honourable Senator Rhéal Bélisle's dedication to public service. Mr. Bélisle devoted talent, time and energy to his community and country. He served his local community as Town Councillor and Mayor, then the Province as a member of the Legislative Assembly. From 1963 until his death in 1992, he served Canada as a Senator with great distinction and dedication. While he was a member of the Legislature, he guided the process that enabled the incorporation of Laurentian University of Sudbury, and of the University of Sudbury as a federated college. Value: $1,700/ea. Recipient: full-time students entering the 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of specialized programs in Biology, Economics or Commerce. Based on academic standing in the previous year of study, demonstrated leadership and participation in the humanities, sports or arts, outside of the classroom. The awards are given alternately to francophone and anglophone students. Application for In-Course Awards required.

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