Chinese Professionals Association of Canada

CPAC is a federally registered, not-for-profit organization. Since its inception in 1992, CPAC has witnessed extraordinary growth and developed into a high-profile, influential national organization by virtue of its endeavours in serving and advocating for the interests of its members and the community at large.

Education Foundation of CPAC

Founded in 1999


Founded in 1999, the Education Foundation of Chinese Professionals Association of Canada is a registered charity organization provides scholarships, awards and bursaries to secondary and post-secondary students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements as well as exceptional community leadership. The Foundation also provides assistance to CPAC members and/or their children, who experience financial difficulties, in order for them to further their education. In addition to CPAC's own contribution, the Foundation's primary funding comes from community and corporate donations. The funds are managed by a Finance Committee under the direction of the Foundation's Board of Directors, which consists of members from both within and without CPAC. The operation of the Foundation is carried out by an Executive Committee following board-established guidelines.
(Registered Charity No. 864306626 RR0001)
Objectives:
To provide scholarships and awards to students of excellence in academic studies, sports and arts; To provide bursaries to students in financial need; To develop and provide employment training and education programs; To promote information programs on Canadian culture and life among visible minorities. To promote and provide international cultural and educational exchange programs and activites; To Build schools and other educational institutions in areas of needs, poverty or arease affected by natural disasters in Canada and elsewhere.
Honourary Patron:
Senator Vivienne Poy
Board of Trustees:
Howard Shen (President) Richard Lim (Executive Vice President and Secretary) Darryl Chow (Trustee) Longhuan Kim (Trustee) Christine Xu (Trustee) Hugh Zhao (Trustee) John Man (Honourary Advisor) David Kuo (Honourary Advisor) Kam Lo (Honorary Advisor)

General Counsel:
Sun & Partners, Barristers & Solicitors

Auditor:
Stanley Kwan & Company Chartered Accountants



Current CPAC Education Foundation Scholarship and Award Categories

Scholarships:
CPAC TD Meloche Monnex Prestigious Scholarship CPAC BMO Diversity Scholarship CPAC CC Times Scholarship CPAC Journalism Scholarship CPAC Pang Xiaoyan Scholarship

Applicants for scholarships must be enrolled in a degree program and have completed at least two semesters of studies in a recognized university. Candidates are required to demonstrate outstanding academic records and active community involvement.

Awards:
CPAC Education Foundation Awards CPAC Li Ding Award

CPAC Education Foundation awards are established for high schools students who have completed grade 12, 11 or 10 to encourage the pursuit of higher education, academic excellence and active community involvement.

Bursaries Scholarship:
CPAC Education Foundation Bursary Sponsored by Li Ding CPAC Education Foundation Bursaries

Bursaries are provided to students enrolled in post-secondary studies who have maintained above average scores and are in financial need.


Current CPAC Professional Achievement Award Category

This year, CPAC will add a new category "Professional Achievement Award" which will award professional immigrants who:

Achieved outstanding statue in his/her profession in Canada Used CPAC's services (including bridging programs) to land new jobs with great story to share, or Achieved successful accomplishment on a different profession than they were trained for before.

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