Last season, Masse was one of Eight (8) bursary recipients of $6,000 each
Kitchener-Waterloo Siskins (GOJHL) Trainer Sylvia Masse
Cambridge, ON – One thing is for sure, Sylvia Masse keeps busy! The University of Waterloo kinesiology student is doing her master’s with her research focusing on lower limb biomechanics, muscle activation, and fatigue.
She is on track to propose her thesis this summer and begin data collection in the fall. Her Fall 2024 term average was 90%. Her long-term goal is to become a doctor.
Click here to watch Sylvia’s 2024 Bursary Video
In addition, she is the trainer for the Kitchener-Waterloo Siskins (GOJHL) team. And if this isn’t enough, she also tutors students as well!
As one can expect, capturing a $6,000 bursary can be life changing. “The bursary helped me alleviate the financial burden of pursuing post-graduate education,” Masse said. “I can focus more on my courses and research.” This financial support allows Sylvia to invest more time in her academics and her real-world experience as the trainer of the K-W Siskins.”
In addition to the financial windfall, winning a $6,000 bursary goes a long way at personally propelling the recipients to the next level. “I have gained further confidence in my abilities as a student, a trainer, and a woman working in sports.” Masse said. “It has motivated me to keep learning and growing my career in hockey.”
With the 2025 Bursary Program underway and open to submissions, Masse has some advice for anyone that is thinking of applying. “Don’t wait around for opportunities to present themselves to you,” Masse said.” “Seek out opportunities that interest you and act on them, even if you think you may not be the perfect candidate.”
Register and submit your application for the 2025 Bursary Program Now!
To apply click here
About the Ontario Hockey Association
The Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) was founded on November 27, 1890, and is the governing body for the majority of Junior and Senior hockey in the Province of Ontario. The OHA is a Member Partner of the Ontario Hockey Federation which is one of thirteen Provincial and Regional Branches of Hockey Canada.
It is comprised of three Junior hockey leagues and two Senior hockey leagues: Junior A – Ontario Junior Hockey League; Junior B – Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League; Junior C – Provincial Junior Hockey League, Senior –Allan Cup Hockey (AAA) and Ontario Elite Hockey League (AA). For the 2024-25 season, these five leagues encompass 125 teams.
The objectives of the OHA are to foster and encourage the sport of amateur hockey, to conduct competition in the various categories established, to determine teams for entry into the inter-branch competitions that may be provided by Hockey Canada, and to provide for the affiliation of other hockey organizations.
The OHA provides administrative resources, coordinates programs, services and events for hockey participants and provides support to various Development Programs for coaches, officials, trainers and players, Safety and Risk Management Issues and offers resources for Harassment and Abuse education.
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