Church Point (NS), June 10, 2026- Université Sainte-Anne is proud to announce the creation of the Donald J. Savoie Institute Scholarship, a new undergraduate scholarship designed to recognize students who combine academic excellence with community involvement and who are enrolled in their 3rd or 4th year of a Bachelor of Business Administration or Humanities program.
This scholarship is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Donald J. Savoie Institute, which is supporting its establishment with a $100,000 donation. This contribution demonstrates the Institute’s commitment to the next generation of people who may pursue higher education and be interested in public policy and regional development issues in Atlantic Canada.
“This scholarship embodies the vision and values of Professor Donald J. Savoie. It reflects his sincere desire to strengthen the ties between the Institute he founded and Université Sainte-Anne, while also paying tribute to his exceptional contributions that have left a lasting mark on our academic life and our community.”
- Jacques Paul Couturier, President, Donald J. Savoie Institute
“We are deeply grateful to the Donald J. Savoie Institute for this significant contribution. This scholarship perfectly reflects our commitment to our student body: recognizing excellence and encouraging students who will have a lasting impact on their community.”
- Kenneth Deveau, President, Université Sainte-Anne
Through this initiative, Université Sainte-Anne pursues its mission of recognizing excellence and supporting students destined to play an active and structuring role in their community.
About the Donald J. Savoie Institute
The Donald J. Savoie Institute is an organization whose mission is to contribute to increasing knowledge about regional development, particularly in the Atlantic region, related public policy, and the economic, social, and political issues facing Atlantic Canada and l’Acadie. This mission is accomplished by funding fundamental research and activities and disseminating their results.
About Université Sainte-Anne
Université Sainte-Anne, the only French language post-secondary institution in Nova Scotia, offers university and college-level courses as well as a French immersion program and customized training in French as a second language. Recognized for its excellent programs as well as its unique and exceptional living environment, Sainte-Anne offers experiential learning opportunities that promote student engagement and success, and an atmosphere which encourages a culture of excellence in research and development. Solidly established in its community, Université Sainte-Anne is a partner of choice for all those who wish to strengthen the vitality of the regions surrounding its 5 campuses as well as all of Acadie throughout Nova Scotia.
For more information
Rachelle LeBlanc, Director of Communications and Public Affaires
Université Sainte-Anne
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