Dr. Raymond E. Ives Horticultural Awards Committee

The Dr. Raymond E. Ives Horticultural Awards Committee is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting education in horticulture and agriculture. It operates as a registered charity under the business registration number 891303992RR0001 and is affiliated with the Ontario Horticultural Association, specifically OHA District 16.

History and Mission

Founded in 1976 by OHA District 16, the committee was established to honor Dr. Raymond E. Ives, a family physician and prominent horticulturalist from Stayner, Ontario. The organization’s mission is to provide financial support through scholarships and bursaries to students residing in Simcoe County who are pursuing post-secondary studies in horticultural or agricultural programs.

Activities and Programs

The committee awards up to five scholarships annually, each valued at approximately $1,000, to eligible students. These awards aim to encourage and support young individuals passionate about horticulture, promoting the development of future professionals in the field. The committee collaborates with local horticultural societies, such as the Creemore Horticultural Society, in administering the application process and disseminating information about the awards.

Impact

By providing financial assistance to students engaged in horticultural education, the Dr. Raymond E. Ives Horticultural Awards Committee plays a vital role in fostering local talent and advancing horticultural knowledge and practice within the Simcoe County community and beyond.

References

• The Dr. Raymond E. Ives Horticultural Award offers up to five $1,000 awards to students in Simcoe County pursuing post-secondary horticultural education[1].
• Registered as charity number 891303992RR0001, the committee supports schools and education related to horticulture and agriculture in Ontario[2][3].
• The committee operates under Ontario Horticultural Association District 16 and works closely with local societies such as the Creemore Horticultural Society[4].
• Established in 1976 to honor Dr. Raymond E. Ives, a noted local horticulturalist and physician from Stayner[5].