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Greater Niagara Chamber of Commerce

Women in Niagara Bursary

The Women in Niagara bursary is for a woman in business who lives and works in Niagara. This woman can be self-employed, work for a small business, a non-profit or for an employer that would otherwise not pay for leadership development training. Women in Niagara is looking for an enthusiastic, self-starter who envisions themselves giving back to and being a leader for Niagara.

The bursary is used for participation in the Accelerate Civic Leadership+ program, which encourages civic leadership and positive change within the Niagara Region by developing the capabilities of aspiring leaders who care about the community. Applicants should be aspiring mid-career professionals or entrepreneurs looking to grow in their chosen career. They should also possess a clear capacity for leadership, a commitment to volunteerism, and have the capacity to fully commit to the program.

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Previous Recipients

YearFirst NameLast NameBursary Sponsor
2015ToluAdegbusiLancaster, Brooks & Welch LLP
2016HaleyBatemanInternational Women's Day
2017LauraHughesInternational Women's Day
2018KatherineMacCabeInternational Women's Day
2019TaliaStormInternational Women's Day

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