Scholarships At Greater Arbutus Business Association In Canada
Scholarships At Greater Arbutus Business Association (GABA), Canada is on for all interested students. GABA is delighted to extend another opportunity to graduating high school seniors to apply for our annual scholarship.The one-time scholarships will be awarded to students who will attend a two or four-year college on a full-time basis. The Committee will determine the number and dollar amounts of the scholarships.
If you are still in high school and have an interest in some community service, you are in luck as the Arbutus Arts Festival is coming soon. Many opportunz ities are available there and elsewhere in Arbutus. Contact Terry Nolan at 410-242-9177 or [email protected]Â for more details.
All applications must be returned to the GABA before the deadline in order to be considered. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jim Buckingham (Chairman, GABA Scholarship Committee) at this email address [email protected] or call 410-242-8282.
Greater Arbutus Business Association
Arbutus College of Communication Arts, Business & Technology is a vibrant place of learning where students with different professional and cultural backgrounds prepare for jobs in a new economy. Established in April of 2002, our school is affiliated with the PCTIA (Private Career Training Institutions Agency of British Columbia), Royal Roads University (RRU), and International House (IH).
Arbutus College of Communication Arts, Business & Technology operates from a convenient facility in the very core of the business district of downtown Vancouver. Students have easy access to a spectacular waterfront, prospective employers, as well as to cultural and commercial amenities.
Arbutus College courses and programs prepare students for success in the new economy. We train high school and college graduates for specialized positions in business and information technology and educate them in the key employment skill of effective communication.
All Diploma programs include work experience in carefully selected companies. Because Arbutus College has developed a strong relationship with local businesses, students can expect quality internships in many different types of companies.
Internships can help you to a better career by introducing you to an actual work environment and by making important networking connections for you. Arbutus College will provide you with effective assistance in your job search, during your study, and for a period of six months after you complete your program.
Why Join GABA?
Whether you are a business owner, nonprofit organization, civic group, school, or church, the Greater Arbutus Business Association has much to offer to you and your business. In GABA, you have the opportunity of meeting their members who have succeeded in many areas of life. The members are always ready to assist you in your area whether it is a business, charity organization, or church.
The GABA provides numerous opportunities for the members to grow and strengthen their businesses or organizations to such a great height that it becomes a global business. Greater Arbutus Business Association provides marketing opportunities through advertising and sponsorships of your business or organization.
They also host business development seminars to give their members the tools and resources they need in growing their businesses. They also host a number of networking events that help build relationships within the business community among its members.
GABA also runs large community events such as the Arbutus Arts Festival, Neighborhood Clean-Up day, and Santa’s Arrival. We focus on a broad range of activities and support both businesses and our local community.
GABA programs
Greater Arbutus Business Association offers a number of programs to its members. Below is a list of the programs and events that GABA offers:
Marketing:
- Arbutus Directory and Community Guide
- Website Advertising
- Website Calendar Event Posting
- Arts Festival- Booklet, Website, and more
- Gateway Sign- At the entrance to Arbutus
Santa House - Street Banner Program
- Access to the GABA staff to help you grow your business and connect with the Arbutus Community.
Networking:
- Networking Events
Educational Seminars:
How to put your business on the map
Community Outreach:
- Scholarship Program
- Clean-Up Day
- SWES Partnership
- Taste of Arbutus- UMBC
- Arbutus Arts Festival
- Chili Cook-off- Supporting
- Clean-UpArbutus campaign
- UMBC Welcome Back Week
Membership recognition at GABA
Member of the month featured on the website
2018 Scholarships:
The GABA has provided scholarships to graduating high school seniors in recognition of their volunteer efforts on behalf of the community for many years.
Awardees soon to be announced.
2017 Scholarships:
Last year, the Greater Arbutus Business Association provided scholarships to graduating high school seniors in recognition of their volunteer efforts on behalf of the community for many years. We were delighted to honor three awardees who received grants.
Andrew Eisenhardt – A Catonsville resident, will be attending UMBC in media and communication.
Kavya Kavanakudy – Will be attending UMBC as a Computer Science and Psychology Minor.
Emma Olszewski – Will be attending Mount Saint Mary’s University.
Rachel Sheubrooks –  Will be attending DeSales University in the fall.
Students who receive the GABA scholarship award have typically volunteered for activities including the Arbutus Arts Festival, Community Clean-ups, and the Arbutus Santa House.
Congratulations to Andrew, Kavya, Emma, Rachel and wish them all the best as they begin their college careers. Kindly download and complete the application form. You can also Download Scholarship Policy.
Greater Arbutus Community Projects
GABA has a number of community projects they embark on to see to the growth of Arbutus. With so many people walking around Arbutus, a street light banner is a perfect way to keep your business and your brand in people’s minds as they stroll through the Heart of Arbutus. By participating in the street light banner, you can advertise your business to a great audience at Arbutus.
No matter the type of business you run, whether you serve ice cream or own an accounting firm, people with all different reasons from all walks of life will be sure to see your name when you participate in the street light banner.
The street light banners are specific for the season and feature a lot of business names at the bottom showing the businesses that supported the event.
If you are interested in the Street light banner event, you can contact Patsy at the GABA office for Renewal, New to the Program Pricing,
or for more information on the street light banners via 410-204-8128 or [email protected]
Why Should you choose Canada
Many immigrants choose Canada because of the quality of life in Canada. The quality of life in Canada ranks as one of the best in the world. If you’re looking for the high life, Canada has it in abundance. Canadians and international students in Canada enjoy a high standard of living.
It’s a great place to live and work. As a matter of fact, Canada rank as #1 in the world when it comes to quality of life. According to the World University Rankings, Canada also has 4 of the top 100 best student cities in the world. So, that’s something that is good for you and your family.
Canada is also reputed for offering its residents the path to a promising future
Canada is also friendly to education because they also like to study too. In fact, Canada always researches graduate outcomes for their students, both domestic and international for many years. And the result is always good.
Canadian college and university students graduate with a strong earning potential. That’s because they are prepared for a successful future and rewarding careers. In the last decade alone, Canada created 1.6 million new jobs for graduates.
Cost of Studying And Living in Canada
The cost to study and live in Canada is also affordable. Canada is known for having some of the lowest university tuition fees among English-speaking countries and still offers a great educational system.
Whatever your budget maybe, you’ll find something just right for you in the diverse range of education options available in Canada.
All you have to do is research the cost of post-secondary programs and living expenses in the city or town of your choice so you can prepare your budget.
Canadian government and universities also offer a good number of scholarships to international students who apply to study in Canada. You can take advantage of these various aids available at different Canadian institutions.
