Wine Professional Scholarship

The BC Hospitality Foundation Wine Professional Scholarships are sponsored every year by local wineries and agencies.

The presentation of the awards is hosted by the Vancouver International Wine Festival luncheon in April.

They are an opportunity for hospitality workers to increase their wine knowledge through further wine education programs.

Important dates

APLICATIONS OPEN: From January 15 – March 23

REWIEWING PERIOD: 2/3 weeks after closing by a 15+ member industry committee

CHEQUE PRESENTATION: Winners will be announced and cheques presented at the Vancouver International Wine Festival luncheon – April 28, 2023

Scholarship Sponsor

The 2023 Wine Professional Scholarships are sponsored by  Hester Creek Estate Winery  and Andrew Peller Import Agency. Award ceremony supported by the Vancouver International Wine Festival.

          

 

Value of Scholarship

$1,000

Up to 5 scholarships per year

Special Considerations

Winners are expected to work in British Columbia in the hospitality industry sector for at least 2 years after receiving the scholarship

You are NOT eligible to receive this scholarship two consecutive years

You can apply to other relevant scholarships of the BCHF Scholarship Program

Criteria

  • Background

    Previous wine studies an asset including WSET1.

  • Academic Information

    Provide copies of transcripts and any wine studies diplomas

  • Cover letter

    Please write a cover letter and include it in your application.

    If you need help preparing a cover letter, go to “how to write a Cover letter”

     

  • Why are you applying?

    Prepare a 500-word essay on why you need and deserve a $1,000 scholarship

    Name or description of the course (s) you have applied for

    Fill out the application form.

  • References

    Two (2) reference letters from non-family members

     

0 Scholarships Awarded

NOTE: Should you receive an award from the BC Hospitality Foundation, as a condition to your acceptance of this award, you agree that neither the BC Hospitality Foundation nor any of its officers, directors, employees or agents shall be responsible for any and all costs and expenses (other than, but not specifically limited to, tuition and other items identified in writing by the grantor of this scholarship). Should you receive an award from the BC Hospitality Foundation, permission is granted to use your name for publicity purposes.