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LCBO opens scholarships to women in wine, beer and beverage programs

Students who self-identify as a woman from a diverse background currently under-represented in the beverage alcohol industry will be eligible to apply for Spirit of Inclusion Initiative scholarships, bursaries, and programming. Examples include but not limited to: Black women, Indigenous women, Women of Colour, women with disabilities, first generation Canadians, 2SLGBTQ+, non-binary gender.

Applicants must be a first year or returning student registered in one of these three post-secondary institutions:

• George Brown College’s beverage alcohol programs: Advanced Wine & Beverage Business Management Program, Beer Specialist Program, CAPS Certified Sommelier Program, WSET Level 3 Program and Wine Specialist Program.
• Brock University’s Wine Management program
• Niagara College’s beverage alcohol programs: Artisan Distilling, and Beverage Business Management, Brewing & Management, Brewing & Operation Management and Winery & Viticulture Technician program

Selected students will also demonstrate an interest in participating in programming throughout the year, including mentorship and events, and be open to sharing their experiences.