Successful Bursary Award Winners Backgrounder

For Immediate Release
November 14th, 2022

Lily Batte, of South Bruce, is in her first year at Lambton College and is studying to become a paramedic. She looks forward to supporting the community by working for local paramedical services upon completion of her schooling. Lily has volunteered for the Teeswater Sacred Heart Church, the Teeswater pool and was the Teeswater Fall Fair Junior Ambassador in 2013-2014.

Alicia Campbell, of Mildmay, is studying Psychology at the University of Western Ontario and plans to further her education through a Masters in Clinical Psychology. Alicia has spent time volunteering with the Trinity Leadership Group, Rotary Park, Mildmay Carrick Fall Fair and currently supports the London and Middlesex Humane Society through the Animal Awareness Western volunteer club.

Hailey Miller, of Teeswater, is currently enrolled in the McMaster Registered Nursing Program and aims to work bedside in a hospital’s paediatric unit. After gaining experience she is interested in returning to school to become a Nurse Practitioner in a clinical setting. Hailey was a Fall Fair Junior Ambassador in 2014 and has many years of volunteer experience at the Teeswater pool and Studio 410.

Kaylee Rich, of Formosa, is in her first year in the Chemical and Physical Sciences gateway program at McMaster University and is pursuing a Bachelors of Science with Honours in Sustainable Chemistry. Kaylee has many experiences volunteering in Formosa and has aspirations to use her education to protect and preserve the environment.

Amber Ruetz, of Mildmay, is in her fourth year at Ontario Tech University for Health Sciences and is specializing in Human Health. Amber aspires to further her education through Physician Assistant schooling and to return to South Bruce to work as a Physician Assistant in the community in a direct healthcare role.

Kiefer Schaus, of Mildmay, is enrolled at Georgian College for their inaugural Bachelor of Science program, studying to become a Registered Nurse. Kiefer is striving for a career as a Paediatric Nurse after being inspired by his experiences volunteering for local youth soccer teams and hockey tournaments.

Connor Schnurr, of Mildmay, is attending Fanshawe College in the Pre-Health Sciences program and is looking forward to continuing his education to become a Medical Radiation Technologist. Connor has volunteered with local hockey tournaments, soccer teams, fairs and has organized the “Corn for Hospice” fundraiser where proceeds from the fundraiser are donated to hospices in the area.

Daniel Stuckless, of Mildmay, is in his final year in the Doctor of Pharmacy program at the University of Waterloo and is studying to become a practicing pharmacist. Daniel regularly volunteers as an orientation leader in schools as well as with various homecoming events, Ray of Hope soup kitchen, fairs, fundraisers and more.

Lucie Weiland, of South Bruce, is studying at the University of Guelph in the Animal Biology program. Lucie intends to enroll at the Ontario Veterinary College to become a qualified veterinarian and begin working with agriculture professionals in South Bruce. Lucie has many experiences in the community, coaching and playing sports, tutoring and working at local farms.

Lena Wheeler, of Mildmay, is taking the Doctor of Chiropractic program at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College to practice for a career as a chiropractor. Lena worked for years at the Mildmay-Carrick pool and was involved with her community through volunteering at sporting events, the optimist club, Sacred Heart Church Bazaars, fairs and other community run events.

For more information:

Tyler Robinson,
Communications/Public Relations Officer
South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Team
Municipality of South Bruce
trobinson@southbruce.ca
519-901-3959

South Bruce is one of two remaining communities that the Nuclear Waste Management Organization is considering for the site of a deep geological repository for Canada’s used nuclear fuel, a Centre of Expertise and many supporting facilities. The Municipality of South Bruce is working towards an informed decision for the community through the South Bruce Nuclear Exploration Project team, the Community Liaison Committee, and independent reviews to determine if the site is safe for people and the environment, offers positive benefits and if the community is willing to host the site.