J. Irvine Brown Award

Purpose:

• To recognize and encourage excellence in the field of Developmental Services.
• To recognize and honour Mr. J. Irvine Brown for his efforts to improve the lives of people with
  developmental needs and his dedicated service to Community Living Owen Sound and District.

Eligibility:

1. You must be a graduating secondary school student residing in the Owen Sound
   through to Saugeen Shores area (most commonly this would include students of
   Saugeen DSS, Chesley DSS, OSDSS, St. Mary’s).
   
   Note: if you attend one of these schools but do not live in the area served by
   Community Living Owen Sound and District (Saugeen Shores through to Owen
   Sound and area), please check your local Community Living office regarding
   their award program.
   
2. Nominees must be accepted to enroll in a recognized post-secondary College or University as a full-time student.
   
3. Nominees must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the mission and vision of Community Living Owen Sound and District through their personal, volunteer, co-operative education, or employment experience.

Selection Criteria:
Nominees will be rated based on the following criteria:

1. Students enrolled in a Developmental Services Worker – College Program will be
   given first consideration.
   
2. Students enrolled in a related Social Service College Program or a University Social Science course will be given secondary consideration.
   
3. Demonstration of academic achievement and the students’ involvement in both
   school and community activities, along with their commitment to supporting
   people with developmental needs, will be the final considerations.
   
   In the event that there are two or more equally qualified nominees, the Board of
   Directors will be consulted.
   

Application: Schools will be made aware of the Award opportunity and it will be promoted via
social media. The deadline for submission will be on or about May 15th. The award will be
presented at the Association’s Annual General Meeting in June.

Please send completed form to info@comlivos.on.ca