Student bursary program
To show our appreciation for the support that DHAS receives from the community, the Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society annually awards bursaries to support new and returning students in the healthcare field.
The 2026 call for applications is closed.
Congratulations to our 2026 bursary recipients
Please join DHAS in celebrating our 2026 bursary recipients:
- Alyssa Borthwick
- Jessica Filthuth
- Matthew Friesen
- Saiya Gill
- Megan Lim
- Bianca Mak
- Valeska Munro-Williams
- Ella Onorico
We are proud to support your educational journeys and look forward to watching you achieve your goals, making a difference in our community and beyond.

Alyssa Borthwick
“I am very grateful to the Delta Hospital Auxiliary for selecting me as a bursary recipient to help further my studies in healthcare. This fall, I will be attending the University of British Columbia to study Kinesiology with the goal of pursuing a career in physiotherapy. Through my education, I hope to help others improve their recovery and quality of life while making a positive impact in my community.”

Jessica Filthuth
"My career path has been shaped by a longstanding commitment to healthcare, beginning as a Registered Veterinary Technologist and continuing now as a Doctor of Pharmacy student at the University of British Columbia. I have developed a strong interest in compassionate, patient-centred care and hope to support patients with complex healthcare needs, as a clinical pharmacist in hospital or primary care."

Matthew Friesen
“I am planning on pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science at the University of British Columbia. Through mathematics and science, I’ve been drawn to the process of understanding how things work and finding solutions to complex problems. I look forward to building on these interests through engineering and applying what I learn to meaningful real-world challenges. I would also like to express my sincere gratitude for being selected to receive the bursary. This support will make a meaningful difference in helping me continue my studies and work toward my goals. I am very thankful for this opportunity and the assistance it provides.”

Saiya Gill
“I am currently entering my fourth year of medicine as I continue on my journey toward becoming a medical physician. Throughout this journey, I have been fortunate to contribute to cancer research, which has shown me the meaningful impact that medical advancements can have on the lives of patients and their families. Alongside my studies, I also enjoy tutoring and mentoring fellow students, experiences that have strengthened my passion for both learning, teaching, community involvement and most importantly providing compassionate, patient centered care.”

Megan Lim
“I would like to thank the Delta Hospital Auxiliary for gifting this scholarship. I will be continuing my education at the University of British Columbia this Fall in the Bachelor of Science in the Food Nutrition and Health program, Vancouver campus. I am very excited to be entering this new environment and am very grateful for the Delta Hospital Auxiliary for awarding this scholarship to support my further studies.”

Bianca Mak
“I plan to attend the University of Toronto to study Life Sciences for my undergraduate degree. After completing my bachelor’s degree, I hope to attend dental school and earn a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. My goal is to become a dentist so I can help people improve their oral health and make a positive impact in my community.”

Valeska Munro-Williams
“I will be attending the University of British Columbia to pursue a Bachelor of Science. I hope to explore my passion for science and healthcare throughout my studies while working towards my goal of a career in medicine. I am grateful to the Delta Hospital scholarship for supporting me as I begin this next chapter of my education.”

Ella Onorico
“My chosen scholastic path is science, to become a pediatric doctor. I am interested in learning about the human body and how science can be used to improve people’s health. In the future, I hope to use my education and passion for science to help children and make a positive difference in their lives.”
