NEWS RELEASE
THE COMMON ROOF
NEW PATH YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES
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The Glen Newby Scholarship Fund, a collaborative initiative between The Common Roof and New Path Youth and Family Services (New Path), is now accepting applications from youth in Simcoe County.
$5,000 in scholarships is available, including one $2,500 scholarship and two $1,250 scholarships for eligible applicants.
This scholarship is dedicated to empowering youth who have faced adversity, providing them with financial support to pursue post-secondary education or apprenticeship opportunities. It celebrates the legacy of Glen Newby, the former CEO of New Path, who spent nearly 50 years championing child and youth mental health in the region. This scholarship honours Newby’s vision of offering supportive environments that enable young people to overcome challenges and achieve their potential.
“We’re excited to offer this scholarship as a way to support young people in reaching their educational and career goals,” says James Thomson, president and CEO of The Common Roof. “Our partnership with New Path strengthens our commitment to fostering opportunities for youth in Simcoe County.”
Applications are open until April 30, 2025. Eligible candidates include youth up to 24 years old residing in Simcoe County who are entering or continuing post-secondary studies or apprenticeship programs.
“We are fortunate to partner with The Common Roof to provide this important opportunity,” says Jim Harris, CEO of New Path Youth and Family Services. “This scholarship allows us to support youth in their academic pursuits while honoring the incredible legacy of Glen Newby and his work in the child and youth mental health sector.”
For more information and to apply, visit www.thecommonroof.ca/scholarship.
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