Julie Dunnigan Memorial Bursary

Helping WEHL players excel off the ice

About the Bursary

Since the 2018-2019 season, the West End Hockey League (WEHL) has proudly awarded the Julie Dunnigan Memorial Bursary, a $500 scholarship, to a deserving U18 level player.

Julie Dunnigan, an active WEHL volunteer and former board member, passed away in late 2018. In her honour, her family established this bursary to recognize and assist a WEHL player who is advancing to college or university to further their academic journey.

Eligibility

A U18 level player registered with the WEHL in the current season;
Played house league hockey with the WEHL for a minimum of four (4) years;
Is in good standing of the WEHL;
Has applied to a recognized post-secondary institution as a full-time student in the coming fall;
Has submitted a complete application form by the deadline.

Application

We are now accepting applications for the 7th Annual Julie Dunnigan Memorial Bursary for the 2024-2025 season!

The application deadline is May 1, 2025.

More information is listed on the application form, which you can download here.

Send your completed form and any additional requirements to president@westendhockey.com with the subject line ‘Julie Dunnigan Bursary’.

Past Recipients

Thomas Boyle

2023-24 Season

A dedicated leader in his high school student government, Thomas volunteered as vice-president and board representative for the Fédération de la jeunesse Franco-Ontarienne.