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Dixon Huang, is one of 20 students to receive an International Business Scholarship.
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Richmond student awarded International Business Scholarship
Published 12:13 PDT, Wed August 2, 2023
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Export Development Canada (EDC) is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2023 Youth Education Program scholarships. A total of $135,000 was awarded to 27 post-secondary students demonstrating a high level of academic achievement and a commitment to community service - both in Canada and abroad.
Twenty students received the International Business Scholarship, and for the first time, seven new Community Leadership Scholarships were awarded to students from equity-seeking communities. In addition to strong academic standing, these recipients are dedicated to advancing and supporting their communities through extra-curricular and volunteer initiatives. This year, representatives from six of EDC’s Employee Resource Groups (ERG) were part of the scholarship nomination and selection committee. In addition, a seventh scholarship was created in support of Ukrainian academic achievement.
Since 2000, over $2 million and more than 600 International Business scholarships have been awarded through the Youth Education Program. All recipients are eligible for recruitment into EDC’s work term and co-op placements. Mentorship and additional learning opportunities are also available through the various ERGs.
“I am extremely grateful for the generous contribution made by EDC towards my education. As the first generation of my family to pursue higher education, the journey has been filled with financial and navigational challenges. However, the EDC international business scholarship has not only relieved my financial burdens but also provided me with opportunities to connect with a diverse group of individuals” said Dixon Huang, Richmond native.
Export Development Canada (EDC) is a financial Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian businesses make an impact at home and abroad. EDC has the financial products and knowledge Canadian companies need to confidently enter new markets, reduce financial risk and grow their business as they go from local to global. Together, EDC and Canadian companies are building a more prosperous, stronger and sustainable economy for all Canadians.
For more information and to learn how we can help your company, call us at 1-800-229-0575 or visit edc.ca.
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