Dec. 2015 Issue_ August 2013a 2015-11-23 4:45 PM Page 26 26 DECEMBER 2015 THE RIDER


Shannon Burwash Memorial Fund selects inaugural recipients for 2015


November 3, 2015 — Cal- gary, AB — The Calgary Foundation is very pleased to announce the following scholarships have been awarded from the 2015 Shannon Burwash Memori- al Fund. Over 30 qualified students from across Cana- da applied for the two available scholarships this past June.


and exercising cutting horses between school semesters. Overall, Bailey has been most active in barrel racing, having com- peted in the high school, college, Canadian All Girl and various amateur rodeo associations.Even though competition has taken a backseat to her studies, she still tries to get out and ride


associate at a high end equine practice and remain competitive with her hors- es.


$1,000 Awarded to Brandy Rimmer Brandy Rimmer is in


Bailey Smith


$2,000 Awarded to Bailey Smith Bailey Smith comes


from a small performance horse breeding operation in Okotoks Alberta. She received a BSc Agriculture from the University of Alberta, and is now enter- ing her fourth year at the University of Calgary in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. Bailey is focus- ing her studies on equine medicine with specific interests in reproduction and sports medicine and rehabilitation. Bailey has always been very involved with horses,


gymkhanas and hunter jumpers shows as a kid, to grooming for polo teams,


from


a young Quarter Horse in her free time. Bailey is also


involved in her community, and has taken positions in her student government, the Calgary Association for Veterinary Students, and the American Association for Equine Practitioners Student Chapter at the uni- versity. She has a strong passion for mentoring oth- ers, and plans to take a seri- ous role in mentoring horse enthusiasts, veterinary stu- dents and young veterinari- ans in the future. After completing her DVM, Bai- ley plans to complete an internship in equine referral medicine then return to the Calgary area to become an


her third year of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Calgary. Prior to this she attended Grant MacEwan University for four years while taking her Bachelor of Science Degree. Although it is her love of animals that led her down the path of veterinary medicine, it is her passion for horses that has pushed her to come this far. Brandy grew up on a farm in the small community of Lake Isle, one hour west of Edmonton, and with the help of her family she began showing Quarter Horses at a young age. She believes it has been the lessons that she learned through many years in 4H, her tight-knit community, and her supportive family that have all helped her to get where she is today. Brandy has worked for an ambulatory equine veteri- narian for the last two sum- mers and this fast-paced job has assisted her in solidifying her career choice of becoming a large animal/equine veterinarian. She has owned many


learn and grow throughout her career. “Shannon Bur- wash was an inspiration for many women, and I hope to exemplify a similar pas- sion for horses and educa- tion in my life as she did in hers,” said Brandy. “We were extremely


impressed with all of the scholarship applicants this year,” says Dr. Wayne Bur- wash. “It was the first year that The Calgary Founda- tion awarded the scholar- ships since Shannon’s passing in 2013. We real- ized that there are differ- ences in academic achieve- ment, leadership and vol- unteer activities depending on the number of years a student has been involved in their studies. For that reason, the scholarship awards have been changed to address these aspects.” In 2016, there will be


two different categories of scholarships. One going to first or second year stu- dents (2 - $1,000 awards), and the other ($2,000) going to students advanc- ing past their second year of studies. (Click here for the revised award criteria - a PDF file.) Shannon Burwash was


horses throughout her life but there was one in partic- ular that left a lasting impression, and showed her how unbelievably strong the bond between a human and a horse can be. Brandy hopes to use her education to better the lives of horses and their owners while she continues to


a leader and a lover of the horse industry across Cana- da. The scholarships will be awarded to deserving students who are focused on getting a post-secondary education, and being involved in the horse industry in their future. Help CQHA reach the


target goal with a donation to the Shannon Burwash Memorial Fund for Equine and Agricultural Studies Our primary objective


is to raise $100,000 so the


fund can keep generating annual awards to deserving students into the future. The fund has reached $95,730 (including new donations and 2015 award payouts) and we need your help to reach this important milestone.


To Donate: Online: Visit www.thecal- garyfoundation.org, choose “Donate Online” at top, right hand side of home page, then choose “Select from Funds to support a current celebration, remem- brance or fundraising activ- ity”, and then search for “Shannon Burwash” Fund in the drop down menu. VISA and MasterCard are accepted. By Phone: To pay by credit card over the phone, call 403-802-7700 during office hours 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Please do NOT leave your credit card number on voicemail. In Person: The Calgary Foundation, Suite 700, 999 - 8 Street SW, Calgary during office hours. By Mail: Cheque payable to The Cal- gary Foundation, indicating “Shannon Burwash Memorial Award” in the memo section. Mail to: The Calgary Founda- tion, 700 - 999 - 8 Street SW Calgary, AB. T2R 1J5


Tax Receipts for Donations: A Cana- dian tax receipt will be issued for dona- tions over $25 For more informa- tion, contact Ms. Dar-


Brandy Rimmer


lene Chrapko, Student Awards Officer, at The Calgary Foundation at T: 403-802-7711 or E:


dchrapko@thecalgaryfoun- dation.org


Shannon Burwash Eastern ontario Quarter Horse Association www.eoqha.com


2015 Executive & Board of Directors President: Cheryl Norris, 613-608-3608, snappysdevil@aol.com Vice-President: Tamara Fiacconi, tfiacconi@live.ca Secretary: Sheryl Chillson, petiteheartstrings@gmail.com Past President: Shawna Crawford, crawfordqh@gmail.com Treasurer: Laura Coburn, laura.winn.coburn@gmail.com


SPONSORS: Directors:


Doug MacDougalljjaneymac295@hotmail.com Jane MacDougalljjaneymac295@hotmail.com Barb Downerdowner2020@bell.net Taylor D Burttaylordburt112@gmail.com Dianne Runtzdianner13@hotmail.com Martine de Graaffmndegraaff@hotmail.com Tausha Hellyertaushahellyer@hotmail.com


Jenna Misenermjmquarterhorses@gmail.com Matt Misenermjmquarterhorses@gmail.com Natashya Baynatashyabay@gmail.com


EOQHA is pleased to offer exciting changes for 2016! TWO SHOWS ~ GREAT FORMATS ~ MEMBER INCENTIVES JUNE CLASSIC – JUNE 2-5, 2016


• 5 aqha shows over 4 days • 2015 eoqha banquet will be June 4


SUMMER SIZZLER – JULY 28-31, 2016 • 6 aqha shows over 4 days (pending aqha approval) • 6 shows before the aqha open/amateur world show qualifying deadline Members enjoy:


• all in entry fees • $15 off per stall both circuits • eoqha year end awards (must show at both circuits) • overall circuit awards • both circuits are oqha approved


For more information visit www.eoqha.com or email us at eoqha.info@gmail.com and we hope to see you in carp, Ontario in 2016. “Where Fun Happens”


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