2024

Name Antonica Institution York University Field of Study/ Major Psychology Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) The PCF bursary program has given me a chance to receive education, when everything else shut me down due to my precarious status, the program gave me an opportunity plus more, with a space I can grow as a person and develop my career goals. ⁠Any comments you woul

Name Illinoy Institution Centennial College- Downsview Campus Field of Study/ Major Aerospace Engineering Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) So far, I feel that the opportunity to be supported along with other students and fully strive and establish our future careers, has been a blast. I honestly think this is one of the best things that has occurred to me as I feel like

Name Terrence Institution University of Guelph Field of Study/ Major Biological Sciences Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) It has truly been a blessing to be apart of this program. For the first time in my life, I was able to apart of such an uplifting community outside of my home and to know that I have mentors and peers that are willing to guide me along my journey is

Name Courtney Institution McMaster University Field of Study/ Major Honours Life Science Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) Just thinking about the M2M bursary program brings tears of love and appreciation. It has been a space where I can just be myself and be surrounded by people who just understand. I feel so fortunate to be given the opportunity over the years to have

Name Anya Institution York University Field of Study/ Major Social Work Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) Receiving this bursary has empowered me to unleash my full potential in every room I enter. The freedom from financial constraints has not only enabled me to wholeheartedly concentrate on my academic pursuits but has also allowed me to thrive in unexpected areas. The

Name Simone Institution Carleton University Field of Study/ Major Journalism and Human Rights & Social Justice Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) The program has given me the privilege to be a full time student. This means I have been able to completely commit to my academic and career responsibilities and ambitions. Honestly, I know I have the skills to do all I listed i

Name Audrey Institution Tyndale University Field of Study/ Major Theology Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) This bursary has meant a lot to me. The mentorship provided by the foundation has helped me not go through life's struggles alone. They are willing to listen and support the youth in any way they can. I have appreciated having them in my life. Also, the opportunity

In 2023 the Pinball Clemons Foundation celebrated Black History Month by honouring 30 past and present Black Legends who have made amazing accomplishments for the Black community and Canada as a whole. We highlighted the 30 honourees with named bursaries for new students entering the Mainstream Bursary Program. This year we will be highlighting the students who received the Black Legends Bursaries, sharing an update on their first year of post-secondary education and what the

Name Quentin Institution Brock University Field of Study/ Major Sports Management Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) The bursary program has been amazing to me both financially and also with helping me plan out my career journey. The people and connections I’ve made with people from this program is nothing short of special. I am really thankful for this as it has made uni

Name Kamaya Institution York University Field of Study/ Major French Studies Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) The Bursary program has been amazing in my post-secondary journey as it has aided in terms of mentorship, financial and career assistance. The program has provided me with financial aid coming out of high school, and my family has been very appreciative as it ha

Name Cole Institution Wilfrid Laurier University Field of Study/ Major Communications Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) The PCF has been like a best friend along my post secondary journey thus far, through mentorship, financial aid as well as career assistance I have been able to put more focus into my school endeavors and future. 2023 Academic/Personal Highlight Last se

Name Ladega Institution Western University Field of Study/ Major Science/Medical Sciences Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) The bursary program holds immense significance for me. The mentorship sessions provide me with invaluable insight into my daily life. Applying the knowledge gained from these sessions has imbued me with an increase in determination and self-confiden

Name Davia Institution University of Guelph Humber Field of Study/ Major BASc in Justice Studies Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) Most definitely the Bursary program has provided me with a lot of support in ways that I cannot even find the words of gratitude for. By providing me with financial aid, moral support, words of wisdom and encouragement, and so much more. Thes

Name Christopher Institution University of Toronto Field of Study/ Major Accounting Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) Being a part of this incredible program and receiving the blessing of this scholarship has not only impacted me profoundly but has also brought immense joy to my family. The relief of not grappling with the burden of covering substantial expenses for such

Name: Jade Institution: Queen's University Field of Study/ Major: Commerce Please share what the Bursary program has meant for you so far in your post-secondary journey (mentorship, financial aid, career assistance) - It has given me the ability to study without worrying about my financial situation. 2023 Academic/Personal Highlight - Being able to graduate with a 97% average. - Being accepted into Queen's Commerce. - Being able to give back to my community in various ways. S

Written By: Paul VanderGriendt, Event Management Coordinator Mentorship Session Diary. Entry 26 A brand-new year! Hopefully that means we have all had a chance to rest and recharge. But what does rest really mean to you? These days there are so many things trying to grab our attention that even when we take breaks, our mind is occupied with social media, family conflicts, friends or any number of other thoughts. Giving ourselves time for proper rest is important for allowing

Please join us in welcoming our newest intern, Metaxia Fotos, to the Pinball Clemons Foundation family. With Metaxia's skills and experiences, we know she will be a great asset to our team and marketing department. Metaxia is finishing her Graduate Certificate in sport and event marketing at George Brown College. She completed her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Criminology and has a Graduate Certificate in Addictions and Mental Health. She has experience working in corre

Written By: Paul VanderGriendt, Event Management Coordinator Mentorship Session Diary. Entry 25 We all grew up under different circumstances and have a different view of ourselves as individuals. Some of us may have had a positive outlook but feel like it has been influenced by internalizing or believing what we hear from others. Sometimes our mindset can be heavily influenced by positive or negative thoughts, but we tend to hear the negative ones the loudest. It is easy to b