Tim Armstrong Memorial Bursary in Agriculture & Journalism
In memory of J.R. (Tim) Armstrong's outstanding contribution to British Columbia journalism and the agricultural industry, a bursary in the minimum amount of $1,000 is awarded each year from the proceeds of the J.R. (Tim) Armstrong Memorial Fund. The fund is raised by public subscription under the sponsorship of the B.C. Farm Writers' Association.
Eligibility
The Tim Armstrong Memorial Bursary is open to British Columbia students who are enrolled in the second year or higher of a full-time agriculture or journalism program at a university, institute or regional college in British Columbia or another province.
Applicants must be either a Canadian citizen or hold landed immigrant status. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need.
Application Process
Applications should include the following:
The 2023 award applications close December 31, 2024 and winners will be announced by January 31, 2025.
For more information, or to submit your application, contact:
Ronda Payne, Scholarship Chair or through the contact information noted on the cover letter and checklist.
Eligibility
The Tim Armstrong Memorial Bursary is open to British Columbia students who are enrolled in the second year or higher of a full-time agriculture or journalism program at a university, institute or regional college in British Columbia or another province.
Applicants must be either a Canadian citizen or hold landed immigrant status. Selection is based on academic merit and financial need.
Application Process
Applications should include the following:
- Copy of most recent academic record
- Letter outlining personal background and future goals
- Indication of financial need, including estimated income and expenses for the year
- Summary of summer employment
- Name and contact information of an instructor who may be contacted as a reference
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status
The 2023 award applications close December 31, 2024 and winners will be announced by January 31, 2025.
For more information, or to submit your application, contact:
Ronda Payne, Scholarship Chair or through the contact information noted on the cover letter and checklist.
BC Farm Writer's Association Conference Travel Bursary
The objective of the Conference Travel Bursary is to encourage and support professional development for members of the BCFWA.
Eligibility
Your application will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Secondary Criteria
Submission
Application deadline is July 31st of each year.
Applications may be submitted to: [email protected].
Eligibility
Your application will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- The applicant is a member in good standing of the BC Farm Writers' Association
- The applicant intends on attending the Canadian Farm Writers' Federation national conference and/or the International Federation of Agriculture Journalists congress for professional development
Secondary Criteria
- Evaluation of personal statement
- Level of BCFWA involvement
- Stated financial need
Submission
Application deadline is July 31st of each year.
Applications may be submitted to: [email protected].
Education Programs
Are you considering a career in agricultural journalism and communications? Check out the online Education Planner for a searchable database of education programs available throughout British Columbia. Search by journalism, communication/media studies, public relations, writing, broadcasting and more.
Farm Writing Federations
Canadian Farm Writers Federation
The Canadian Farm Writers' Federation (CFWF) serves the common interests of agricultural journalists, including reporters, editors and broadcasters, as well as those in business and government whose primary responsibility is agricultural communications. The CFWF represents nearly 400 members who belong to regional and provincial organizations in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Eastern Canada.
International Federation of Agricultural Journalists
The International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) is a non-political, professional association for agricultural journalists in nearly 30 countries. IFAJ supports and encourages the practice of agricultural journalism in countries embracing freedom of the press.
The Canadian Farm Writers' Federation (CFWF) serves the common interests of agricultural journalists, including reporters, editors and broadcasters, as well as those in business and government whose primary responsibility is agricultural communications. The CFWF represents nearly 400 members who belong to regional and provincial organizations in B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Eastern Canada.
International Federation of Agricultural Journalists
The International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) is a non-political, professional association for agricultural journalists in nearly 30 countries. IFAJ supports and encourages the practice of agricultural journalism in countries embracing freedom of the press.
