The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
This scholarship honours the incredible spirit and memory of Rick Blight. It recognizes student-athletes who demonstrate leadership in sports and make an ongoing contribution to the mental wellness of their team, community, and themselves.
About Rick Blight
My name is Donna Blight. Twelve years ago, my son Ryan, daughter Sarah, and I founded this scholarship in memory of Rick to acknowledge the important role of mental wellness in sports and academics.
Rick was born in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba in 1955. An exceptional athlete, he was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the first round, 10th overall in the 1975 NHL draft. At the age of 49, Rick died by suicide, survived by our children and four grandchildren. We cherish his memory. Ryan is a high school teacher in Manitoba, and Sarah is a registered nurse in B.C.
We wholeheartedly encourage you to apply for the Rick Blight Scholarship. An investment in your own mental wellness and of those around you is a tribute to Rick’s legacy.
The support and generosity of the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association and Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group helps make this scholarship possible. We are immensely grateful.
About the Scholarship
If you’re an athlete heading to college or university, this scholarship is for you!
To apply, share how you promote mental wellness.
Here are some examples:
- See a mental health professional
- Encourage friends to seek help
- Support community activities that boost emotional well-being
- Fight against mental health stigma
- Attend mental wellness events
Submissions are open until September 1, 2024.
Eligibility
All applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the scholarship.
Student
Canadian students aged 16-21
Support
Dedication
Scholarships Available
Scholarships Available: 4
Three scholarships valued at $2000
One scholarship valued at $1000
How to Apply
Download Questionaire
Download and complete the questionnaire
Transcripts
Signed Reference Letter
Audio/Video Recording
Create a short video or audio recording about yourself and include a link in the questionnaire:
- Approximately 3-5 mins in length
- Include details about:
- your involvement in sports
- your involvement in your community or volunteer experience
- your involvement in the mental wellness of yourself, your sports team or your community
Email Application Package
Email your application package, which must include the completed questionnaire, a copy of your transcripts, a reference letter and a link to your video or audio file to: [email protected]
Acknowledgements
We’d like to thank the following funders for their continued support.
