Each year, the Sigma Chi Canadian Foundation is pleased to award two national scholarships in honour of John W. Graham, Q.C.

John W. Graham, Toronto '30

Biography

Brother Graham achieved distinction in many fields including the legal profession, the military and as a businessman. He was devoted to his alma mater, Trinity College and to the Anglican Church and was honoured for his contributions to each. In equal measure he devoted his remarkable intellect, his unparalleled skill and his deep passion to Sigma Chi which designated him as both a Significant Sig and a member of the Order of Constantine.

He served Sigma Chi in many capacities, holding nearly every one of its major offices. In 1971 his unique capabilities were rewarded by his election as our 46th Grand Consul, the first Canadian to hold the Fraternity’s highest office. Following his term of elected leadership, John continued to provide his successors with the wise and balanced counsel for which he was renowned. He is remembered and respected for his lasting contributions to the structure and governance of the Fraternity.

He will long be remembered as a perfect gentleman who was ever ready to share his counsel and experience with all who sought it.

In like manner the scholarship program which bears his name is designed to stimulate all around excellence within Chapters across Canada. We therefore welcome nominations from all Canadian Chapters.

Amount: Each scholarship will have an annual value of $2,500 CDN.

Eligibility: All members of Canadian active Chapters are eligible provided they will be enrolled in a full-time program during the following academic year, either as an undergraduate or as a graduate student.

Criteria for Award: Candidates will be assessed based on their all around excellence, including:

  • Academic standing;
  • Activity within the Fraternity; and
  • Involvement in the community, both within and outside the University

Nominations for Scholarships: Except for judges, any Sigma Chi can make a nomination. The application should be made in writing using the application form. However, additional information can be attached to the form including letters of support, or other relevant documents.

Applications should be sent via email to: john (at) tmginvestigators (dot) com
or mailed to:
John C. Akitt, Scholarship & Grants Committee Chair
Sigma Chi Canadian Foundation
55 Bloor Street West, P.O. Box 19605
Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3T9

Judging Panel:
The judges will be:

  • John C. Akitt, Scholarship & Education Committee Chair
  • Doug Towers, Past Chairman, Past Chairman
  • Mark McKay, Marketing and Communications Committee Chair

Application Date: See application form for deadline. Winners of the scholarships will be announced by June 30, each year.

Application Form

If there are any questions regarding these scholarships, please contact John C. Akitt at john (at) tmginvestigators (dot) com.

Details:

Purpose: To reward all-around individual excellence

Beneficiary: Active Brother

Eligibility: Active brother planning full-time course load in the following academic year, as undergrad or grad student

Selection Criteria: All-around excellence including academic development, activity within Sigma Chi, university and involvement in community

Amount: $2,500

Application Procedure: Complete SCCF Web Site application & send to SCCF by May 31

Validation & Judging Procedure: Judged by SCCF Scholarship Committee

Award Timing / Turnaround Target: June 30

Payment: $1,250 by June 30; $1,250 by Jan 1

Funding Source (Donation Card): J.W. Graham Scholarship Program

Prerequisites & Other Information: No other information or prerequisites.