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Advocis Ottawa Endows Bursary to Support Financial Services Students at Algonquin College

 

Thanks to sound financial operations for many years and a donation matching program, Advocis Ottawa has been able to create a lasting impact on the community through the Kristan K Birchard Bursary in the Algonquin College School of Business.  Congratulations to the Chapter for such an impactful and enduring initiative!

Photo (L to R): Ildebrando Lucas, Finance Professor, Algonquin College; Kris Birchard, President Eagle Insurance Agency; Joy McKinnon, VP Business Development,Algonquin College; Geoff Carter, Education Director, Ottawa Chapter Advocis; Lisa Taylor, Chair School of Business, Algonquin College

From the Algonquin College website:

Advocis Ottawa Chapter has endowed the Kristan K Birchard Bursary, ensuring that at least one student in need in the School of Business’ Financial Services program is given financial support every year.  The Bursary was set-up to honour Mr. Kris Birchard and his work with Advocis.  Advocis Ottawa Chapter donated $12,500 to set-up the bursary and government funding was used to match it providing a total of $25,000 in capital funds.

Advocis is a voluntary association of professional insurance and financial advisors, committed to helping its members more effectively serve their clients. Advocis is linked to thousands of insurance and financial advisors across Canada. Since 1906, and now with a current roster of 42 chapters, Advocis has been dedicated to providing leading professionals with a central source of knowledge and support.

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