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Bursaries and scholarships at Abbotsford Christian School come from
supporting businesses and individuals who believe in the mission of ACS and
who desire to support our alumni in their future endeavours. A committee of
administrators, teachers and the academic counselor meet to review student
applications for awards. Some of the awards are selected by the donors
themselves. Other awards are chosen by the committee. We adhere to the
criteria set out by the donors as faithfully as possible. We receive more than
$40,000 each year in donations for our graduates.
We thank our supporters who make such significant contributions to our
graduates over many years of giving. Your support makes a tremendous
difference in the lives of our students. We have printed this guide book so that
our community can know where these awards come from and the criteria set
out for each award.
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And whatever you do,
whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus,
giving thanks to God the Father through him
Colossians 3:17
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ACS BOARD AWARD The ACS School Board presents a scholarship for students who
are continuing on in post-secondary education. The preference for
this award is given to students who have made a contribution to ACS in the
form of academics, leadership, Christian service and/or participation in our
Teacher Assistant program. Preference is also given to students who are going
on to attend a college or university to study education.
ACS TEACHERS AWARD Each year the teachers of Abbotsford Christian School present an
ACS graduate(s) with an award to assist them in their studies for
elementary or secondary teacher training education.
ABLE CRESTING & SPORTWEAR Able Cresting is a family owned and operated marketing
company located in beautiful Abbotsford, B.C. They have grown
their business by providing quality products and services to a
vast array of customers in British Columbia, Western Canada, and Whatcom
County. All of our ACS clothing is produced at Able Cresting and Knights
Athletics is a terrific customer. Each year, Able Cresting is pleased to present
an award to an ACS graduate who has contributed to the Athletic or Music
program.
AGRI-TRANS SERVICES INC. ATS specializes in the movement of dry bulk commodities.
Our fleet consists of Belt, Auger, Walking Floor, Hopper
Bottom/Flat Deck Convertibles and Pneumatic trailers. We are
uniquely equipped to handle a wide variety of dry bulk commodities including
grains, finished feed, apples, potatoes, lime, fertilizer, wood pellets, malt, flour,
compost, road salt and other similar dry bulk products as well as lumber, pipe,
and other flat deck freight. We also sell and deliver many landscape materials
including lava rock, pumice and bark mulch. Based in Armstrong, with a yard in
Abbotsford, Agri-Trans operates throughout Western North America. In
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addition, we handle local hauling for many feed mills and farms throughout BC’s
Lower Mainland. Each year, Agri-Trans is pleased to present an award to a
student who will continue their studies in Heavy Duty Mechanics, Big-Rig Truck
Driving or Auto mechanics.
BLACKWOOD BUILDING CENTRE
LTD. AWARD A nation-builder in a nation of builders. Canada is a nation defined by
geography, diverse cultures and landscapes, and our remarkable ability as
Canadians to build and unite communities in even our most remote and
challenging environments. Canadians also pride themselves on celebrating both
independence and community. In this nation of builders, the local hardware
store is more than just a retail business - it is a cornerstone of its community. In
2004, Home Hardware Stores Limited celebrated 40 years of commitment and
service to community and country. The company is a cooperative wholesaler,
owned by over 1,000 independent small business operators from every corner
of Canada, who operate under one of its four banners: Home Hardware, Home
Hardware Building Centre, Home Building Centre and Home Furniture. Each
year Blackwood Building Centre Ltd. presents a Bursary award to a deserving
graduate.
BRABER EQUIPMENT AWARD Braber Equipment is a 3rd generation family owned
business. In 1969 BE started out as a wholesaler of
European whole goods to the Canadian market. With a
focus on providing strong service and high quality products, BE grew from a
team of 4 people to over 100 people and 5 distribution warehouses across
Canada and the US. The original goal of providing quality service and
exceptional products is still with them today; 3 of the 4 original employees
continue to work at Braber after all these years. The company provides a
scholarship for an ACS graduating student who has financial need in post-
secondary education in a technical or vocational program.
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BRUINSMA TREE SERVICE
AWARD Bruinsma Tree Service is a fully licensed and insured company that has the
experience and equipment to handle any tree care needs. Our tree service
works in many communities in the Fraser Valley area and works year-round in
the tree service industry. Bruinsma provides 24/7 emergency storm service and
specializes in general tree care for residential and commercial customers. Each
year, Bruinsma Tree Service is proud to present a scholarship to an ACS
graduate who is pursuing a career in silviculture. We will also consider
supporting a student who plans to pursue a career in nursing because Ed’s wife
has been a nurse for 33 years.
CANEX BUILDING SUPPLIES LTD.
AWARD Canex opened for business in Chilliwack, B.C. in the fall of
1983, servicing both the retail and the contractor markets. Canex from its
inception intended to offer a local competitive alternative to the existing choice
for the consumer within the Chilliwack community. The business was fostered
from competitive pricing but more importantly a penchant for customer
satisfaction. Canex business clientele evolved into a mix focusing
predominantly on the contractor and developer sectors and the agricultural
community. Canex Building Supplies offers an award to a graduating student
who displays strength of character and commitment to a post-secondary
education.
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CLEARBROOK GRAIN & MILLING
CO. LTD. AWARD Clearbrook Grain & Milling proudly serves BC’s commercial
poultry, dairy and hog industries supplying quality feed,
supplements and commodities. They also offer an extensive line of animal
health and bio-security products. Established in 1953, Clearbrook Grain &
Milling is BC’s longest standing, privately owned feed milling company. As an
ongoing commitment to their involvement in the community, Clearbrook Grain &
Milling supports a student continuing their education in the area of agriculture or
business.
CORPUS MANAGEMENT GROUP
Corpus Management Group (CMG) manages the
operations of 30+ companies and subsidiaries in the
fields of agriculture, aggregates, property development &
holdings, financial services, and industrial & farming equipment sales & rentals.
Guided by its corporate principles of integrity, partnership, reliability, and
philanthropy, CMG prides itself on its active pursuit of environmental and social
stewardship. Corpus Management Group offers a Bursary award to a student
continuing their education in the area of Agriculture or Business.
CRAVEN / HUSTON /
POWERS ARCHITECTS
AWARD CHPA is a multi-disciplinary practice that offers a wide range of services in
architecture and landscape architecture. With over 80 years of collective
experience in the planning, design and construction of institutional, residential
and landscape architectural projects, CHPA undertakes projects throughout all
regions of the province. CHPA supports a graduate who intends to continue his
or her education in the field of architecture, landscape architecture or
engineering.
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CRKG LLP CERTIFIED GENERAL
ACCOUNTANTS CRKG LLP was formed in January 2015 with the merger
of Groenwold & Associates CGAs and Cazander Ronda & Associates CGAs.
With offices in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, CRKG’s team of 4 partners and 12
staff have an extensive range of business experience and professional
networks which enables them to meet the Accounting, Taxation & Consulting
needs of their diverse clientele. CRKG LLP specializes in owner operated
commercial operations, primary-producer farming operations and a variety of
agri-businesses and Not for Profits throughout the Fraser Valley and the Lower
Mainland. CRKG LLP is proud to partner with Abbotsford Christian School and
is pleased to present an award to a student with need of post-secondary
financial support.
DIRECT HEAT/J & J CLEANING AWARD Direct Heat/J & J Cleaning Services is a family owned and operated business
and has been servicing the Fraser Valley since 1976. The business has
supported ACS students through scholarships and bursaries for many years. A
scholarship is awarded to an ACS graduate who exemplifies strong character,
an excellent work ethic and a positive outlook on life.
FRASERWAY RV LP Fraserway RV is the place where vacation
dreams become reality. As Canada’s only national RV dealer, with thirteen
locations across the country, Fraserway has spent more than 45 years building
long-lasting relationships in the community. They work with local charities,
contributing to city events and employing people in your neighbourhood.
Fraserway is not “just another RV company;” indeed, it makes every effort to be
a remarkable one. Fraserway RV is delighted to partner with Abbotsford
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Christian School in helping local students prepare for the future. This award is
presented to graduates who maintain a C+ average or higher, who have plans
to pursue a technical or marketing post-secondary education and who have
given his or her best effort while demonstrating a positive attitude toward their
education, teachers, and fellow students.
FRICIA CONSTRUCTION
INC. AWARD Since 1976, Fricia Construction has amassed a wide range of experience in
different types of building projects including residential, warehousing, churches
and school buildings. The quality of their work is world class and highly
recognized in the community. Each year, Fricia Construction is pleased to
present an award to an ACS graduate who is entering the Construction Industry
by way of engineering, architecture or property development.
GERRY’S AUTOMOTIVE AWARD Gerry's Automotive was started in 1979 by Gerry Visser
in Mission B.C. In May 1981, the business moved to
the existing location at 6480 Riverside Street (Abbotsford) in Matsqui Village.
Gerry's Automotive began as a mobile auto repair and service business but
soon became an automotive parts supplier as well. Locally owned by Gerry
Visser and Frank Talaber, Gerry's Automotive is committed to honesty, integrity,
and competitive prices with the best guarantees in the industry. Gerry’s
Automotive is proud to present an award to an ACS graduate who is continuing
their education.
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GET CUSTOM BLINDS &
SHUTTERS INC. Get Custom Blinds & Shutters has been a strong supporter of ACS for the past
15 years. Don and Lori Kowalchuk have 2 sons who have since graduated and
one daughter in Middle School. They have seen first hand the benefits to their
children of the Christ-centered education taught by teachers who share a deep
faith and commitment to the students and school. They feel that the bursury
program is a way to give back and bless others.
HOLMGREN & CO.
AWARD Holmgren & Co. are devoted to providing excellent accounting, tax, and
advisory services to small & mid-sized businesses, non-profits, and individuals.
They primarily serve clients within the lower mainland, but also provide long
distance services to many clients across BC and the western provinces. Each
year Holmgren & Co. provides an award for an ACS graduate who will attend a
Canadian institution and has financial need in post-secondary education.
HOUSE OF JAMES In the spring of 1973, the House of James Book and
Record Shop opened its doors in Mission. The
bookshop, managed by Lando Klassen, evolved from
the House of James coffeehouse ministry which began in 1970. The name
House of James is taken from the book James in the Bible, where the theme of
putting faith to work is emphasized. Beginning in a 12 x 40 foot space with a
suite in the back where Lando and several friends.Lando says, “I see our store
and coffeehouse as a community gathering place where folks meet for coffee or
lunch with friends, enjoy live music, a comedy night, meet an author or take part
in a book discussion club. And of course find the best selection of books, Bibles,
music and gifts.” The House of James exists to be the best provider of Christian
resources, quality gift items and coffee, practicing excellence, integrity and a
Christlike servant attitude in everything we do. House of James provides an
award for an ACS graduating student who has financial need in post-secondary
education.
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HUB MOTOR SERVICE
AWARD Hub Motor Service (Siemens Garage Ltd.) has been family owned and operated
since 1954. Peter and Mary Siemens, along with their ten children, moved from
Strathmore, Alberta to Abbotsford in 1951. Peter and Mary had immigrated to
Canada as teenagers from a Mennonite community in Russia. Christian
education has always been an important value for the Siemens family. Several
of our ACS students have worked at Hub Motors over the years, learning
important skills in customer service, business and mechanics. Hub Motors
provides a scholarship each year to support a student who has need for post-
secondary support and who has made a positive contribution to the ACS
community.
J & D FARMERS DAIRY SERVICE LTD.
AWARD J & D Farmers Dairy Service Ltd. has been serving the BC Dairy
Industry since 1969. With two locations in BC they are proud to offer the most
comprehensive lines of dairy equipment and aftermarket supplies available
today. Their highly trained service staff is available 24/7 in order to keep your
business going. J&D Farmers Dairy Service has your solution - every day! J &
D is pleased to present a Bursary award to a graduating student who displays
strength of character and commitment to a post-secondary education in the
area of Agriculture/Dairy or Business.
JOHNSON FU INSURANCE
AGENCY INC. AWARD Johnson Fu Insurance Agency Inc. (JF) is a licensed brokerage firm
incorporated in 1992. The founder of this firm is Johnson Fu who has over 20
years of experience in the insurance industry. They are the leading private firm
in providing Emergency Hospital and Medical coverage for Canadian visitors
across Canada and international students. They are recognized for their
dedication to serve their clients on both an individual basis and group plans.
Each year a Bursary award is presented to one of our international students.
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JOHNSTON MEIER INSURANCE
AGENCIES GROUP AWARD As one of the major brokerage operations in BC, Johnston
Meier represents a host of leading Canadian and International
Insurers. By offering multiple company representation, their brokerage force is
better equipped to handle a large variety of insurance situations with the ability
to provide choices not always available with smaller organizations. The staff of
professionals are able to offer a wide spectrum of insurance services. They
specialize in Commercial and Personal Lines insurance as well as Auto, Life,
Disability and Group programs. Johnston Meier has become, for many, the
company that handles all aspects of their insurance needs. Johnston Meier
offers a Bursary award to a student who displays strength of character and
commitment to post-secondary education.
KING’S MUSIC AWARD Established in 1997, King's Music has always
had one goal - to provide outstanding service
and musical equipment, print music, lessons, and instrument repair service to
the residents of the Fraser Valley. King's Music has continued to serve school
teachers, music instructors, students and area musicians for over 18 years by
providing high quality woodwind, brass, string and percussion instruments, as
well as accessories, print music, guitars, amplifiers and keyboards. They also
provide excellent music instruction in their teaching studio. With stores now in
Abbotsford and Chilliwack, King's Music is the full-service music store that can
meet all the needs for musicians of all abilities.
King's Music provides a scholarship for an ACS student who demonstrates
financial need and has participated in the ACS music or fine art programs.
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NOVA KITCHENS
& CUSTOM
CABINETS LTD. AWARD Nova Cabinets manufactures custom cabinets in any size or style to suit your
individual needs, using only the finest materials and hardware. Nova Kitchens
has been anchored in the community in the same location as one of the
premium cabinet manufacturers in the Lower Mainland for the past 32 years,
providing service all over the Fraser Valley, as well as the Okanagan, Whistler
and Vancouver Island. The company’s mission is to provide exceptional service
that meets the individual needs of customers, using only the highest quality
products to produce a stylish and functional design. The possibilities are
endless. Nova Kitchens is pleased to present an award to a student who has
financial need in their post-secondary pursuit.
THE NUTRIVA GROUP
The Nutriva Group is driven by their commitment to a healthy planet, key
partnerships, their customer relationships, and strategic brand
development. They are a group of grassroots companies that manages the
value chain – FEED, FARM, FREIGHT, and FOOD. Nutriva Group
accomplishes this through their feed analysis services, independent feed
advice, and state of the art feed ingredients; through their one-of-a-kind
EcoDairy demonstration farm; through their milk and whey by-product
transportation services; and through their Vitala branded dairy and egg
products. Nutriva Group is pleased to present an award to a student entering a
2 or 4 year program and has shown a high level of effort in his/her classes and
extracurricular and/or community involvement.
OIKODOME FOUNDATION AWARD The founders chose to call the foundation Oikodome because of the rich
meaning found in the original Greek. Oikodome is a Greek noun translated as
edification, which visualizes the building of a home, a place of safety, intimacy
and beauty – a place where the Spirit dwells. The founders of Oikodome
recognize that all that we have and are belongs to God who created and
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redeemed us. He has en-trusted us to be good stewards of these gifts. They
believe that it is wise to invest in God’s people, encouraging and supporting
them in building strong spiritual houses. Oikodome expects from its
benefactors a commitment to develop and use their gifts to serve God. This
ought to be lived out personally both in the Christian and secular communities in
which they find themselves. They expect their recipients to demonstrate a
willingness to help others through sharing and encouraging as well as
reinvesting the building of other houses. Each year the Foundation presents an
award to a graduate who has committed to a 4-yr post-secondary program in a
Christian University.
PACIFIC DAIRY CENTRE LTD. Pacific Dairy Centre Ltd. Specializes in the supplying
and designing of milking parlours and automation
equipment to harvest milk and manage dairy herds.
We custom design waste management systems that
include alley scrapers, flush systems, manure
separators, manure spreaders, drag lines and slurrystore containment systems.
Pacific Dairy also provides various incredible Robotic Milking systems to meet
management and barn layout needs. The Pacific Dairy Centre award is
presented to a student who is continuing their education in the field of
Agriculture, Animal Health or Business.
PAULINE VAN BIERT MEMORIAL AWARD Pauline Van Biert was a teacher at ACS’ elementary campus. She was a
“lifelong learner”, mastering French, Spanish and even some Latin. She was an
avid camper knowing the proper names of flora and fauna. After her retirement
in 1988 she travelled to Sierra Leone and a small island in the Pacific called
Chuuk where she taught missionary children. Pauline passed away in 2006 and
left a legacy of commitment to teaching through this award for a deserving
graduate.
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RITCHIE SMITH FEEDS INC. AWARD Ritchie Smith Feeds, a privately owned local company, has
provided high quality animal feed products to the Fraser Valley
since 1968. The quality and consistency of their feed is backed
by HACCP and FeedAssure certification and the dedication of
approximately 90 employees including sales representatives, nutrition,
manufacturing, delivery and general office staff. Ritchie Smith is committed to
supporting a strong and progressive agriculture industry and creating a positive
impact in the Fraser Valley through the support of community initiatives. The
Ritchie Smith Feeds Scholarship is awarded to an ACS student who maintains a
B average or better and makes a significant contribution to school and
community.
SANDRA ELGERSMA MEMORIAL AWARD Sandra Elgersma was the elementary music teacher at ACS from 1988 – 2013.
Sandra’s love for the Lord was evident in the way she lived her life every day.
For 25 years Sandra shared her love of music with the children of ACS and
taught them to develop the gifts God gave them. Even though Sandra faced
significant health challenges in her life, her faith kept her strong. Sandra devoted
her life to her passion for music and to her calling to teach. Sandra was called
home to be with the Lord on April 2, 2013. Our school and our students will
continue to benefit from Sandra’s love and commitment for many years. Through
Christian Stewardship Services, Sandra ensured that the things that were
important to her during her life were also recognized in her estate plans. Part of
her estate gift has been set aside as an endowment that will provide for an
ongoing bursary. The bursary is awarded to graduates pursuing post-secondary
music education.
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SIERRA ELECTRIC LTD.
Founded in 1991 by Peter Postma, Sierra Electric is
an electrical company that specializes in all types of
multi family construction projects of all sizes. Sierra
was built on integrity and works closely with its
customers to bring their projects to completion on time and on budget. Our
quality workmanship was founded on a team of dedicated employees,
many of whom have been with us from the very beginning. Sierra takes
pride in giving personal attention to details and delivering quality results.
We look forward to helping you to set a project budget or to provide you
with a written quote for any project. Sierra Electric is pleased to present a
bursary award to a student pursuing a career in the Electrical field and/or
shows a financial need to continue their education.
STEVEN SHEAD MEMORIAL
AWARD Steven Shead was a student at Abbotsford Christian
School and passed away November 11, 2003 as a result of
a traffic accident. He was remembered for his love of
music, hockey, work and friends. Steven “bloomed where he was planted.”
He had a wonderful sense of humour and is remembered fondly by the
ACS staff and teachers. Each year, the Steven Shead Memorial Award is
granted to an ACS graduate who plans to enter the medical field.
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TIMMERMANS
LANDSCAPING LTD.
AWARD Timmermans Landscaping takes pride in bringing nature back into
everyday life. Their employees work on both commercial and residential
projects in the Fraser Valley and throughout the Lower Mainland. The
company has been in business for over 35 years and takes pride in
building positive relationships with customers, which is why so many come
back to them, or send new ones their way. Timmermans Landscaping is
pleased to present a Bursary award to a graduating student who displays
strength of character and commitment to a post-secondary education.
VAN BELLE
NURSERY INC.
AWARD Life with a little greenery is inherently better. This philosophy is what
began Bill and Grace Van Belle on their journey into the world of nursery
growing. What started out as a landscaping business blossomed into a full
-fledged nursery with sophisticated propagation and finished container
operations fueled by a leading edge product line. Each year Bill and Grace
present a Bursary award to a graduate attending either The King’s
University College, Redeemer College, Dordt College, or Calvin College.
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OTHER SUPPORTERS
B.C. Christian School Secondary Athletic Association
Ministry of Education—Dogwood District Authority Award
Ministry of Education—Industry Trade Authority (SSA)
Cultivate
Dordt College
McGill University
Mission Teacher’s Union
Otter Co-Op
The King’s University College
Trinity Western University
University of the Fraser Valley
University of Victoria
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Engaging Minds
Nurturing Hearts
Shaping God’s World