Ontario Winter Games Legacy Awards

The Ontario Winter Games Legacy Award supports the Ontario Games Program's goal of helping amateur athletes develop in Ontario. This award recognizes successful athletes today to help build stronger communities tomorrow in Cornwall as well as Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SDG).

You can receive one of at least two bursaries of $1,500 each year and commemorative plaque from the Mayor. The award is given to one male and one female student. If there are surplus funds at the end of the year, the City will offer more scholarships. We also provide fifty percent of the award to the successful candidates after receiving proof of registration in the Fall semester and again in the Winter semester.

Who can apply

You can apply if you:

• Are graduating from high school

• Are planning to attend post-secondary studies

• Have an average of at least 70%

• Have shown athletic excellence in Cornwall or SDG

Apply for the Ontario Winter Games Legacy Award

Please email us your completed application You may also deliver paper copies to the Cornwall Civic Complex at 100 Water St E, Cornwall. 

Please make sure to include two or three letters of recommendation, including at least one from a senior official (e.g., principal, guidance counsellor or teacher) and at least one from a community group or individual who can speak to your athletic achievements and community contributions.