Health foundation doubles funding commitment to MHC program

By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 3, 2026.

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The Medicine Hat Health Foundation has supplied new funding to the Yuill School of Health and Community Services at Medicine Hat College.

The new funding represents a doubling of a previous commitment to the Yuill School, expanding support for students pursuing an education in health and community services.

The funding will be distributed through individual bursaries. Students are eligible to apply for awards valued between $1,000 and $2,000.

Bursaries will be available to students in Health Care Aide, Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant, Speech Language Pathologist Assistant, Practical Nurse, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Paramedic programs.

Students enrolled in new programs such as the Addictions Counselling, Kinesiology and Pharmacy Technician diplomas, are also eligible to apply.

Jason Openo, dean of the Yuill School of Health and Community Services, says many students would not be able to complete health programs without support from the MHHF.

“Their support enables us to fulfil our mission to grow a vibrant future with learners and our region,” said Openo.

“For learners, the bursaries increase accessibility for financially challenged students who obtain credentials, fill in-demand occupations, and this partnership increases the likelihood that graduates will stay in our region.”

The awards will be available over the next five years. Students can apply through MHC’s annual scholarship and bursary application, which opens Mar. 1.

Heather Bach, executive director at MHHF, says many students at MHC undertake their practicum studies at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital.

“This partnership is creating brighter outcomes for everyone in Medicine Hat and the region,” she said. “We are honoured to be supporting tomorrow’s surgeons, physicians, nurses, paramedics, therapists and health-care professionals.”

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