So named for the year that slavery was abolished in Canada, the 1834 Fellowship will seek out 40 high-potential Black youth over two years to prepare them for roles in civic leadership and support them in their skills and career development.
Candidates are assessed on the basis of the following criteria. Candidates’ experiences should demonstrate these competencies. Referees are asked to address these criteria in their letters of reference.
Candidates are selected by a committee comprised of 1834 Fellowship coordinators, OBVC Board and advisory members.
Eligible candidates must apply using the secure online 1834 Fellowship application system. Each candidate will be asked to submit the following documents to support their application:
All applications are strictly private and confidential.
Candidates are selected by a committee comprised of OBVC Board and advisory members.
The Selection Committee will review all applications completed by the January 29th submission deadline. All supporting references must be submitted by February 6th at the latest in order for an application to be considered complete. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their application is complete.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews in February or early March. All candidates will be notified about their application status by the end of March.
There is no cost to participate in the fellowship. If travel restrictions are lift and we are able to travel during the fellowship, travel and accommodations cost will be covered by the program.
The Fellowship will be 9 months each year. March to December.
In year 1, the fellowship was held in Ontario. In year 2, the fellowship will be held in Quebec and Alberta.
For now, the fellowship program will be online. If we are able to meet in person, you will be required to attend the scheduled mixers and one-week residency in person.
Fellows are 18-25 years old at the start of the program.
The program in the first year was offered only in English. It will be offered in French in the second year.
No, fellows will not be paid. However, if restrictions are lift and we are able to meet face to face, travel and accommodations will be covered.
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Named for the year that slavery was abolished in Canada, the 1834 Fellowship works with 40 high-potential Black youth over two years to prepare them for roles in civic leadership and support them in their skills and career development.
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