We believe by supporting students, we're helping to foster the leaders of tomorrow— not just future leaders in our business, but in our communities as well. In addition to the numerous scholarships and bursaries awarded by our operating companies, Emera awards two scholarships each year.
The Chris Huskilson Emera Scholarship was created in 2018 to honour former Emera President & CEO Chris Huskilson. Valued at $40,000, the scholarship is awarded to an Atlantic Canadian student who is attending an Atlantic Canadian university in a program related to science (natural), technology, engineering, entrepreneurship or math. Recipients receive $10,000 per year for four years. They're also eligible for a paid 12-week internship and will work with a senior mentor from one of Emera’s companies.
The Emera Employees' Children Scholarship is a one-time, non-renewable $2,000 award available to children/dependents of regular employees and retirees of Emera Inc., Emera Energy, Emera New Brunswick and Emera Newfoundland & Labrador. Other Emera operating companies maintain their own scholarship programs. Recipients may have the opportunity for a paid internship at Emera Inc. Past winners are permitted to re-apply each year.