Annually, the Ted Nolan Foundation invites women attending post-secondary educational institutions to apply for the Rose Nolan Memorial Scholarship.   This scholarship was named after my late mother, Rose, and was established to help First Nations women achieve their educational and training goals, while maintaining strong community involvement.

To date, the Rose Nolan Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to fifty- five women across Canada. With your generous contributions we are able to give First Nation women much needed support to help them continue their dreams.

From all of us at the Ted Nolan Foundation our heartfelt appreciation for helping us make a difference!

Abby Morning Bull 2010 Rose Nolan Scholarship Winner is a proud woman from the Piikani Nation; part of the Blackfoot Confederacy.  Abby strives to break down barriers, and in doing so, in 2007, she was the only First Nations woman on a Katimavik program in Victoriaville, Quebec.

While on her journey with the Katimavik program, Abby discovered more of her spirituality, her future aspirations, and her passion for her home nation. Having a passion for the media, Abby would like to use her voice as an educational tool towards her country and the world, to show others that we are moving forward as a Nation. In her second year at University of Lethbridge Abby is in the Bachelor of Arts program majoring in Native American Studies.

After graduating she would like to start her own broadcasting organization in hopes “that those who feel forgotten have a voice”.

Congratulations Abby from all of us at the Ted Nolan Foundation.

Emma Wilkin 2010 Rose Nolan Scholarship Winner is a proud young woman from the Wikiwemikong Unceded Indian Reserve located in Ontario, Canada. Entering her final year at Carlton University and obtaining her B.A. Honours in Criminology, Emma is a member of the Criminology and Criminal Justice Society and holds the role of VP of Finance.

Emma has had the opportunity to work with various organizations, and is currently working with the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade as a Project Officer.  She is responsible for implementing Aboriginal Co-Op programs and works with Aboriginal issues relating to employment equity.

Already at a young age, she has received prestigious awards, such as: the Thomas G. Flanagan Memorial Award for commitment to

Aboriginal and visible minority communities as well, the Dream Catcher Award from her home community.  Upon graduation, Emma hopes to fulfill her dreams and obtain a career with the Correctional Service of Canada, concentrating on Aboriginal issues.

Congratulations Emma from all of us at the Ted Nolan Foundation.

Suzanne Blaney 2010 Rose Nolan Scholarship Winner is from Sliammon Nation located on the sunshine coast of British Columbia. She is entering her third year at the Vancouver Island University majoring in First Nation Studies. Suzanne believes

continuing her education and keeping the Native culture alive is a great way to honour our elders.

As a child, she was taught to respect and learn from our elders. Because of this, she has, at a young age, learned and appreciated her cultural heritage. She learned the art of cedar root weaving at the age of seven, and has been able to teach this art to her family and community. During her second year of University, Suzanne’s grandmother passed away; a woman, whom she was extremely close to and had great respect for.

Through this hardship, Suzanne was even more so determined and inspired to finish her education since her grandmother was extremely proud of Suzanne pursuing her education. Though she is living away from home, she continues to be part of her home commu

nity and culture any way she can by attending drumming and singing events, completing art projects, and passing on the Native teachings.

Congratulations Suzanne from all of us at the Ted Nolan Foundation.

Heather Jones 2010 Rose Nolan Scholarship Winner is from Saugeen First Nation in Ontario, Canada, and she is a proud single mother of a seven year old daughter. Currently in the Honours specialization program at Kings University, she will be entering

her fourth year for an undergraduate degree in Criminology.

Heather volunteers her time during the off-seasons of school, by doing security at Pow Wow’s, teen dances, and various community events. She obtained her diploma in Law and Security, and has given informal speeches at the college where she obtained her diploma, on the importance of education.

Heather’s love for the Law, especially when dealing with First Nation issues, and she hopes to encourage First Nation youth on pursuing higher education. Upon graduation, she hopes to gain a career in the Criminal Justice System as a correctional officer, social worker and/or probation/parole officer.

Congratulations Heather from all of us at the Ted Nolan Foundation.