Au nom de toute la famille du Régiment, j'ai l'honneur d'annoncer le lancement du programme de bourses 2025 de la Fondation des Grenadiers canadiens – désormais ouvert aux candidats actuellement inscrits dans des programmes d'études postsecondaires ou de formations professionnelles !
Bourses d’études et autres bourses régimentaires
Lancé il y a trois ans, cette initiative importante offre un soutien financier aux membres méritants du Régiment, de l'Association, à leurs membres immédiats ainsi qu'aux membres du Corps de cadets des Grenadiers canadiens 2709 (Compagnie).
Grâce à ce programme, la Fondation poursuit sa mission durable : servir notre pays en soutenant nos soldats, nos vétérans et leurs familles.
L'année 2025 marque la troisième année de l'attribution de ces bourses et nous restons fermement engagés à poursuivre cette tradition marquante, grâce entièrement à la générosité de nos donateurs generosity of our donors.
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Un sincère remerciement
Nos sincères remerciements vont à tous les donateurs individuels et corporatifs qui soutiennent ce programme vital. Cela inclut les membres de la famille du Régiment, les amis du Régiment et nos commanditaires corporatifs. Votre générosité nourrit le succès de notre communauté et aide à façonner les leaders de demain.
We encourage you to support the 2025 scholarship campaign. Together, we can ensure ongoing financial assistance to deserving youth pursuing their dreams.
Le Comité des bourses
Le succès continu de ce programme ne serait pas possible sans les efforts inlassables du Comité des bourses.Nous adressons nos sincères remerciements au Comité 2025
- Chair: Colonel Michael Canavan, CD, retired
- Vice-Chair: Captain David Wilkinson, CD, retired
- Members:
- Major Vincent Gagnon, CD, representing the serving battalion.
- Sergeant Eric Washburn, CD, representing the serving battalion,
- Major Andrea Laizner, CD, SSSt.J., RN PhD, retired, representing the Guards Club.
- Colour Sergeant Tasso Varvarikos, CD, retired, representing the Association.
- Corporal Geneviève Ducharme, representing the Association.
- Administrative Support: Major Brian B. Tracey, MMM, CD, retired, Regimental Secretary
Thank you for your continued dedication and hard work!
Célébration des récipiendaires des bourses 2024
The Guardsman Basil Leblanc Scholarship
For serving members of The Canadian Grenadier Guards and their dependents.

Corporal Gregory Tselis
Studying full-time at the University of Prince Edward Island for a Bachelor of Education. Currently posted to The Prince Edward Island Regiment (RCAC).
Award: $1,500
Quote:
“Thank you so much. This scholarship from the Regimental Family makes me feel so honored to be a Grenadier. This program has its challenges, but with the Regiment’s support, I know I will succeed. Up the Guards!”

Guardsman Emmanuelle Daoust
Studying full-time at McGill University in a Bachelor of Arts and Science, specializing in Cognitive Science (a combination of neuroscience and psychology).
Award: $1,000
Quote:
“I greatly appreciate receiving this scholarship since it will help alleviate the financial burdens of being a full-time university student. This will allow me to focus more on my studies and, eventually, apply the knowledge and skills I’ve gained to give back to my community.”
The JF Young VC Scholarship
For education in health sciences, post-secondary, or trade courses for the Regimental Family.

Callista Partsafas
First-year Law student (LLB) at Durham University, United Kingdom. Daughter of Corporal Haridimos Partsafas, a serving member of the Battalion.
Award: $1,500
Quote:
“This scholarship means a great deal to me, as it helps me focus on my studies and honor my father’s service with The Canadian Grenadier Guards.”

Maria Irene Spanos
Third-year Nursing student at Vanier College. Daughter of Colour Sergeant Kamarinos Spanos, CD, a serving member of the Battalion.
Award: $1,000
Quote:
“This scholarship is a great opportunity for students like me to be recognized for our hard work and commitment to our studies. Thank you so much!”
La bourse de la famille des anciens combattants de l’Association des Canadian Grenadier Guards
For veterans who served with The Canadian Grenadier Guards and their dependents.

Robyn Clarkson
Studying Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Management Economics and Finance at the University of Guelph. Daughter of Master Corporal Robert Clarkson, retired, a member of the Association.
Award: $1,500
Quote:
“I am deeply honored to have been selected as a recipient of this scholarship. My father served with the Canadian Grenadier Guards from 1988 to 1992, and I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to dedicate this award to my education in his honor and as a tribute to all those who bravely served to protect our freedom.”

Brady Sanders
Studying Bachelor of Arts with a major in Governance, Leadership and Ethics. at the University of Western Ontario, Huron University College. Son of Corporal Ivan Tabac, retired, a member of the Association.
Award: $1,000
Quote:
“I am deeply honoured and grateful to have been awarded this scholarship. This support not only eases the financial burden of my education it also inspires me to strive for excellence in my studies and future endeavor’s. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to supporting student’s like me. Your contribution makes a profound difference, and I am truly appreciative”.

Noah Varvarikos
Studying at John Abbott College in the Social Science program, in Psychology. Son of Colour Sergeant Tasso Varvarikos, retired, a member of the Association
Award: $1,000
Quote:
“Receiving this scholarship means a lot to me. It will give me the freedom to pursue my studies while maintaining the rigor that isn’t available to many students, while also being capable of balancing extracurricular activities”.
La bourse Terry Whitty
For members of The Canadian Grenadier Guards 2709 Cadet Corps (Company).

Officer Cadet Auriane Thilloy
Pursuing a Master’s Degree in Physics at Université de Montréal, specializing in astronomy and astrophysics, with research on supermassive black holes.
Award: $1,500
Quote:
“Since age 13, the Royal Canadian Army Cadet program, serving with the 2709 Guards Company, has been a source of personal growth and self-improvement, continually encouraging me to push my limits. This inspiration led me to pursue graduate studies in Astronomy and Astrophysics while remaining committed to the cadets. I feel reassured and grateful to receive this scholarship, which provides financial support to make my goals more tangible and accessible.”
Register today to be a scholarship receiptants in 2025!
Congratulations to all the 2024 Scholarship Recipients!
Sincèrement,
Lieutenant-Colonel Henry Gourdji, MSC, CD, retired
Chair, Canadian Grenadier Guards Foundation
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