2026 OHC Student Award

In 2023, we proudly announced the establishment of the OHC Student Award, honoring Dr. Joy Calkin, as part of our ongoing commitment to recruiting health practitioners to our region. Dr. Calkin played a pivotal role in the planning and opening of Our Health Centre in Chester, Nova Scotia. Up to two $5,000 awards will be given annually to students entering their second year of studies in a medical, nurse practitioner, nursing, or physician’s assistant program at a Nova Scotia post-secondary institution.

Applications are open from September 8 to September 25, 2026

Submit your Application

Eligibility

Applicants must be enrolled in and entering their second year of studies in a medical, nurse practitioner, nursing, or doctor's assistant program at a Nova Scotia post-secondary institution.
All students are welcome to apply, but preference will be given to those who have a link to the area served by OHC and to the catchment areas of the South Shore Regional and Fishermen’s Memorial Hospitals.