Scholarship
The Shawn O’Reilly Scholarship for Leadership & Advocacy
The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) is proud to support naturopathic medical students with the Shawn O’Reilly Scholarship for Leadership and Advocacy, honouring the legacy of our former Executive Director, Shawn O’Reilly, who retired from the CAND in 2024 after over 20 years of dedicated service.
Shawn was a tireless advocate for naturopathic medicine in Canada. Her leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to advancing the profession have left a lasting impact. This scholarship celebrates her legacy by supporting the next generation of naturopathic doctors who embody her spirit of leadership and advocacy.
About the Scholarship
Award Value: $2,000
Eligibility:
- Must be a student member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND)
- Enrolled in 3rd or 4th year at a CNME-accredited Canadian naturopathic medical school
- In good academic standing (proof required)
- Enrolled part-time (minimum 50% course load) or full-time
Applications are now closed. Recipient will be announced in February 2027.
Applications are now open. The deadline to apply is November 30th, 2026.
Applications open on October 14th, 2026.
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Key Dates:
- Applications Open: October 14, 2026
- Application Deadline: November 30, 2026
- Recipient Announced: February 2027
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