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Durham College (DC) is proud to partner with the Town of Whitby on an exciting new opportunity for students: the Whitby Fire and Emergency Services Inclusivity Excellence Award.

Two awards will be awarded annually to racialized or economically challenged students from Whitby who have been accepted into the Firefighter- Pre-Service Education and Training or Fire Prevention and Technology programs. The awards will cover full tuition, not including textbooks, equipment and ancillary services.

The award is available to Durham Region residents who graduate from a Whitby high school.

Timeline

January 2025 start
Firefighter – Pre-Service Education and Training (compressed) program

    • September 3, 2024 – Applications Open
    • November 1, 2024 – Applications Close
    • December 2, 2024 – Successful recipients contacted

September 2025 start
Firefighter – Pre-Service Education and Training program
Fire Prevention and Technology program

  • March 18, 2025 – Applications Open
  • May 1, 2025 – Applications Close
  • May 30, 2025 – Successful recipients contacted

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Students are eligible to apply if they meet the following criteria:

  • Are a new student enrolled in the Firefighter- Pre-Service Education and Training program OR the Fire Prevention and Technology program for September 2025.
  • Self-identify as a racialized person OR are economically challenged.
  • Are a Durham Region resident and graduated from a Whitby high school.