The Doug Finley Scholars
Every year, The Senator Doug Finley Memorial Fund selects young conservatives to become Doug Finley Scholars. These young activists are then provided with an expense-paid trip for international campaign training.
Successful Doug Finley Scholars should be hardworking, thoughtful, and passionate.
For interested applicants, we request that you submit a resume with 2 conservative movement references. These can be Members of Parliament, Regional Organizers, EDA Members, or even past Doug Finley Scholars.
In addition, applicants are asked to submit an essay (no more than 5 pages) on the strategy and tactics that they would use to win a riding of their choice, that a conservative representative (federal, provincial, territorial or municipal) does not currently hold.
Applications are due in May 22, 2020. Applications will be judged by the committee and successful applicants will be chosen by June 5, 2020. Successful applicants will be announced at the Doug Finley Dinner*.
2018 Scholars
“The Leadership Institute training in Washington, DC has accelerated my growth in leadership and political campaigning. By gaining valuable insights from influential speakers, colleagues and staff at LI, I feel better prepared to help strengthen the movement. ”
“The Leadership Institute training sharpened my campaign skills and will be a comprehensive framework for me as I continue to work in political advocacy. I hope this year’s scholars absorb the training and enjoy it as much as I did.”
“The Campaign Manager Training at the Leadership Institute is a great opportunity for all of us attending. I’m excited to gain greater confidence in my own abilities, and put these skills to good use in October.”
“The comprehensive training taught at the Leadership Institute has armed us with the knowledge to grow and strengthen the conservative movement in Canada. Thanks to the Doug Finley Memorial Fund, we were able to acquire the practical skills and strategic know-how that will help elect the next generation of conservatives across our country.”
* - Applicants are encouraged to attend the dinner, but the Fund does not cover travel to the event.
2016 Scholars
2017 Scholars
2019 Scholars
