Terry Threlfall
Legacy Scholarship

The scholarship is a partnership between Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers (CAPS), Vancouver International Wine Festival (VIWF), BC Hospitality Foundation (BCHF), Meyer Family Vineyards and the Threlfall family.


The annual scholarship named for him will be awarded to a student pursuing further education in wine knowledge at an eligible BC post-secondary institution.


The presentation of the award is hosted by the Vancouver International Wine Festival luncheon.

BIOGRAPHY

Born and raised in BC, Terry Threlfall was influential on the local, national, and international wine scenes. Career highlights included:


  • Developing a groundbreaking wine program as Wine Director at Hawksworth
  • Repeatedly holding the position of Festival Sommelier at the Vancouver International Wine Festival (VIWF), one of the biggest and oldest wine events in the world
  • In 2012, being named Sommelier of the Year by Vancouver magazine, the VIWF, and California’s Sunset Magazine
  • Being the first Canadian Sommelier to be a regular Decanter panelist
  • Six years as Head Sommelier and Wine Buyer at London’s Michelin-starred Chez Bruce
  • Five years as Wine Buyer at London’s prestigious Selfridges


Terry passed away unexpectedly in October 2020, at the age of 43. He continues to be missed by his family, friends, and colleagues in the industry, who remember him as much for his warm personality, intelligence, and integrity as for his consummate professional skills and knowledge.



Terry’s brother, Dan Threlfall, notes “It’s hard to believe it’s already been a year since we lost Terry. Speaking on behalf of our whole family, we think it’s a wonderful thing to have this opportunity to create a legacy in his memory. Terry always welcomed the chance to act as a mentor for others in the wine community, so I’m sure the idea of a scholarship in his name would have pleased him very much.”

IMPORTANT DATES


APLICATIONS OPEN: December through mid January every year

REWIEWING PERIOD: 2-3 weeks after review by the selection committee

CHEQUE PRESENTATION:  Cheque presented at the Vancouver International Wine Festival luncheon

VALUE OF SCHOLARSHIP


$2,000

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS


Winners are expected to work in British Columbia in the wine, tourism and 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

TERRY THRELFALL LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP FUND


Seed money comes from the Meyer Family Vineyards Tribute series program. The winery donated the funds to the Threlfall family, who have requested the donations be directed to the BC Hospitality Foundation.

If you would like to donate to this scholarship fund you can do it through THIS LINK.


CRITERIA

Background

Students that are pursuing further education in wine knowledge at an eligible BC post-secondary institution.

Applicants may be nominated by peers.

Why are you applying?

Prepare a 500-word essay on why you need and deserve a $2,000 scholarship

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

Fill out the application form.


Academic Information

Provide copies of transcripts and any any wine studies diplomas

References

Two (2) reference letters from non-family members

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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.

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