New Selkirk Training Bursary Announced

WETT Inc. and Selkirk Canada Corporation are pleased to announce the creation of a training bursary. This bursary, funded over a five year period, will cover the course fees for one individual per year seeking WETT certification.

"Creating this award signifies Selkirk Canada's commitment to the industry," says Tim Valters, President, Selkirk Canada. Proper training in all aspects of installing, maintaining and inspecting wood burning systems is an essential component of the industry's product stewardship requirements."

"WETT is pleased with the support offered by Selkirk Canada and we applaud their commitment to training," says Anthony Laycock, WETT's Executive Director. "Annually over 1000 people take WETT courses from coast to coast, and the participation of the manufacturers and industry suppliers is essential for the WETT program," adds Anthony.

The purpose of this award is to provide financial assistance to a person seeking WETT certification as an installer, system advisor or sweep following the WETT path to certification. A committee struck by WETT Inc. annually will review the applicants to select the nominee. Recipient selection criterion will include but not limited to: prior exposure to the industry, perceived interest in the programs, references provided and perceived financial need.

About the Selkirk Training Bursary

WETT Inc. and Selkirk Canada Corporation are pleased to announce the creation of a training bursary. This bursary, funded over a five year period, will cover the course fees for one individual per year seeking WETT certification.

What is the bursary?
The purpose of this bursary is to provide financial assistance to a person seeking WETT certification as an installer, system advisor or sweep following the WETT path to certification. The winner will have the course fees waived for:

• The Code Compliance Course, and
• The course fees for either the Wood Burning Systems Course or the Chimney Sweep Course.

Please consult the WETT Path for Certification for complete details on the process for seeking WETT Certification. The winner will still be responsible for any travel, accommodation or other personal expenses related to attending the course. The courses must be taken within one year of the bursary being awarded. The bursary is not transferable and has no cash value.Who is eligible?

• Eligibility will be open to applicants who are Canadian citizens, residing in Canada, seeking WETT certification.  No employees or family members of employees of Selkirk can apply for this award.
• No WETT board members, WETT affiliates, or WETT certificate holders, nor their respective immediately family members can apply for this bursary.

How do I apply?
To apply for the Selkirk Training Bursary, please submit the following:

• Cover Letter outlining the following:
• Desire to become WETT certified and in what area(s)
• Prior exposure to the industry – a brief background synopsis
• Perceived financial need
• Your employment plans after completing the WETT course

• Two signed letters of reference with contact information
• Resume.

Please note that your application will be kept in confidence with distribution limited to the Bursary Review Committee. Both WETT and Selkirk Canada reserve the right to publish the name of the Bursary winner. For a complete copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

When do I apply?
The bursary will be awarded once a year. The bursary for 2010 is still available and applications are welcome. Applications must be received by October 1, 2010.

How is the winner chosen?
A committee struck by WETT Inc. annually will review the applicants to select the nominee. Recipient selection criterion will include but not limited to; prior exposure to the industry, perceived interest in the programs, references provided and perceived financial need.

The winner will be announced in November 2010.

WETT is pleased with the support offered by Selkirk Canada and we applaud their commitment to training. This award will be funded annually until 2011.

 

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