CONESTOGA COLLEGE
Schulich Builders Scholarships recognize Conestoga students pursuing careers in skilled trades

Ten Conestoga students have been named among this year's recipients of the Schulich Builders Scholarships for Skilled Trades.

Launched in February 2023 by The Schulich Foundation, Schulich Builders Scholarships award hard-working students aspiring towards a career in a skilled trade. Students must be enrolled in an eligible diploma or certificate program. The Schulich Builders program also serves as a catalyst to help amplify the in-demand job opportunities that exist across Canada.

"Being a Schulich Builder let me focus on my education at Conestoga. The support from the scholarship eased financial worries and gave me more confidence in my day-to-day life," said Landon Hyatt, a 2023 scholarship recipient.

"The opportunities and resources offered also cannot be ignored. A job fair that I attended because of the Schulich Foundation was integral in shaping where I am today. My program at the college, Welding Techniques, taught me both fundamental and niche skills that I use every day at my job."

Out of a pool of over 380,000 potential candidates across Canada, more than 1,000 students were nominated, of which 120 received this award in 2025. Awards are valued at $40,000 for a two-year diploma program and $20,000 for a one-year certificate program. 

"We are proud to support students in the skilled trades and open doors to this meaningful career path," said Judy Schulich, Director of The Schulich Foundation. "Behind every home built and every community strengthened are the tradespeople who make it possible. Today, the shortage of these skilled workers is holding Canada back and that's why investing in young people who choose this path is one of the most impactful ways we can build a stronger, more prosperous country for all."

Congratulations to Conestoga's ten recipients:

Adam Goor from Cambridge, Ontario. Goor is enrolled in the Mechanical Technician - General Machinist program.

Charlie Grace from Port Dover, Ontario. Grace is enrolled in the Construction Techniques program

Cole van der Mark from Carlisle, Ontario. Van der Mark is enrolled in the Construction Techniques program.

Gavin Russell from Aylmer, Ontario. Russell is enrolled in the Powerline Technician program.

Grace Agawa, from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Agawa is enrolled in the Mechanical Techniques - Industrial Millwright program.

Hunter Rumph from Moorefield, Ontario. Rumph is enrolled in the Motive Power Technician - Heavy Duty Equipment program.

Mason Melody from London, Ontario. Melody is enrolled in the Welding Techniques program.

Rayah Camillo from Georgetown, Ontario. Camillo is enrolled in the Welding and Fabrication Technician program.

Sophie Carne from Burlington, Ontario. Carne is enrolled in the Carpentry and Renovation Technician program.

Ty O'Neill from Collingwood, Ontario. O'Neill is enrolled in the Motive Power Techniques - Heavy Duty Equipment Repair program.

Conestoga plays a pivotal role in addressing Canada's skilled trades shortage with hands-on, career-focused training that meets the needs of both learners and industry. Conestoga is a provincial leader in the delivery of skilled trades education and training, with a comprehensive array of programming in the construction, industrial/manufacturing, motive power and service sectors. 

More information about the Schulich Builders Scholarships for Skilled Trades program at Conestoga is available on the program website.