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The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes

This scholarship honours the incredible spirit and memory of Rick Blight. It recognizes student-athletes who demonstrate leadership in sports and make an ongoing contribution to the mental wellness of their team, community, and themselves.

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About Rick Blight


My name is Donna Blight. Twelve years ago, my son Ryan, daughter Sarah, and I founded this scholarship in memory of Rick to acknowledge the important role of mental wellness in sports and academics.

Rick was born in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba in 1955. An exceptional athlete, he was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the first round, 10th overall in the 1975 NHL draft. At the age of 49, Rick died by suicide, survived by our children and four grandchildren. We cherish his memory. Ryan is a high school teacher in Manitoba, and Sarah is a registered nurse in B.C.

We wholeheartedly encourage you to apply for the Rick Blight Scholarship. An investment in your own mental wellness and of those around you is a tribute to Rick’s legacy.

The support and generosity of the Vancouver Canucks Alumni Association and Nicola Wealth helps make this scholarship possible. We are immensely grateful.

About the Scholarship


If you’re an athlete heading to college or university, this scholarship is for you!

To apply, share how you promote mental wellness.

Here are some examples:

  • See a mental health professional
  • Encourage friends to seek help
  • Support community activities that boost emotional well-being
  • Fight against mental health stigma
  • Attend mental wellness events

Tell us how you’re making a difference for yourself or others.
Submissions are open until September 1, 2025.

Eligibility

All applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the scholarship.

Student

Canadian students aged 16-21

Support

Show a commitment to mental wellness for your team, community, or as an individual,

Dedication

Demonstrate a dedication to sports and athleticism.

Scholarships Available

Scholarships Available: 4

Three scholarships valued at $2000

One scholarship valued at $1000

How to Apply


Step 01

Download Questionaire

Download and complete the questionnaire

Get the Questionaire

Step 02

Transcripts

Provide copies of high school, university or college transcripts

Step 03

Signed Reference Letter

Provide a signed reference letter from a teacher or community leader

Step 04

Audio/Video Recording

Create a short video or audio recording about yourself and include a link in the questionnaire:

  • your involvement in the mental wellness of yourself, your sports team or your community
  • Approximately 3-5 mins in length. Include details about:
  • your involvement in sports
  • your involvement in your community or volunteer experience

Step 05

Email Application Package

Email your application package, which must include the completed questionnaire, a copy of your transcripts, a reference letter and a link to your video or audio file to:

[email protected]

Completed application packages must be submitted by 11:59PM on September 1, 2024.

Acknowledgements

We’d like to thank the following funders for their continued support.

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