Lew Davies Bursary
Introduction
The Lew Davies Bursary is administered by the 808 (Thunderbird) Wing RCAFA. The surviving members of Lew Davies family and the 808 (Thunderbird) Wing RCAFA created the bursary jointly, as a formal method of memorializing Lew Davies contributions to the Air Cadet program.
Samuel Lewis (Lew) Davies (1918-1976) was born in Hill Spring, Alberta and moved to Nanaimo in 1946. He was a veteran of the second World War and served in the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) for three years. Davies was the commanding officer of the 205 Collishaw Squadron RCAC from 1954 to 1965. He was also a member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256.
Lew and his two brothers (Arthur Davies and Ward Davies) signed up to fight in WWII as fighter pilots. Lew and his older brother Arthur signed up in 1939. Arthur was shot down during the Battle of Britain October 21, 1942. Lew’s younger brother Ward was shot down over Germany August 13, 1944.
The Lew Davies Bursary was created to assist Air Cadets pursuing post-secondary education.
Bursary Amount
A minimum of $500 will be awarded to the successful applicants, with up to two applicants a year receiving the award.
Use of Bursary
The Bursary may only be used for expenses directly associated with the pursuance of an accredited post-secondary education in either academic studies or trades and technology.
Eligibility
All applicants must be current and active 205 Collishaw Squadron Air Cadets with a minimum of four years as an air cadet. They must be planning on attending post-secondary studies at an accredited institution within twelve months of being notified of their successful application.
The deadline for applications is April 30. Applications submitted after the deadline WILL NOT be accepted.
Application Process
Send a request for the Lew Davies Bursary Application Form to 808wingpresident@gmail.com.
Follow all of the instructions on the Application Form and print and sign the completed form.
Obtain a copy of your latest academic transcripts (supporting document 1)
Obtain a verification of a minimum of four years of active attendance and cadet engagement from the 205 Collishaw Squadron Commanding Officer or Administration Officer (supporting document 2)
Submit the form along with copies of the two supporting documents by mail or email as indicated on the form.
Selection Process
The 808 (Thunderbird) Wing Awards Committee shall select suitable recipient(s) from the submitted applications. Selection will be based on several factors including academic achievement, record of engagement and achievement in Air Cadets, ability to articulate plans and goals, and ability to articulate the impact that cadets has had on their current growth and forward outlook . The selection committee may ask to speak to the applicant, either in person or by way of live video to discuss their submission or to ask for additional details.
Presentation of Bursary
The successful applicant(s) will be announced at the 205 Squadron Annual Ceremonial Review held in May or June.
Receipt of Funds
The bursary funds will be paid upon proof of enrolment into the post-secondary program. A screen shot of the course timetable clearly showing the cadet’s name will be sufficient. The bursary funds are available for twelve months from the date of announcement but can be extended for an additional twelve months with a written request. Email the screen shot of the course timetable to 808wingpresident@gmail.com.
Donations
Should you feel inspired by the dedication and achievements of our cadets, and wish to contribute to their future endeavors, your generosity would be greatly appreciated.
If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the Bursary please don’t hesitate to contact 808wingpresident@gmail.com.