Canadian Print Scholarships – Canadian Printing Industries Scholarship Trust Fund

We are saddened with the passing of our colleague & former Trustee Mary Black. Mary blazed a new trail as Professor and Chair of Ryerson University’s School of Graphic Communications Management (GCM) where she developed management trainees for the print and communications industry.

During her 10 years at Ryerson, she was the force behind the creation of GCM’s new home, the Heidelberg Centre, which made the school a focal point for the printing industry.

Mary was very active in the industry as President, Director, Founding Director, Advisor for numerous industry associations. She was also a Trustee of the Canadian Printing Industries Scholarship Trust Fund (CPISTF).

Graphic Monthly Magazine named Mary, Printer of the Year for 2005. Mary was also conferred the title of Professor Emerita, Ryerson University in 2006. On behalf of the CPISTF Trustees, we wish the family our heartfelt condolences.

Mary’s passion dedication and ‘never say never’ attitude will be sorely missed.

Jeff Ekstein

Chair, Canadian Printing Industries Scholarship Trust Fund

Help attract the brightest and best students to pursue a career in print and graphic communications.
In the 2018/2019 academic year, Canadian Print Scholarships provided $86,500 in scholarship funding to students.
Canadian Print Scholarship students are ideal candidates for a variety of dynamic career paths in graphic communications. Upon graduation, these students bring the skills, energy and ideas we need to keep our industry moving forward.

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I am deeply appreciative of the support I received from the CPISTF and the printing companies for the past two years while I was at BCIT completing my Graphic Communications Technology Management program. The scholarship allowed me to focus on my education and to challenge myself to do my best in a field I am passionate about by constantly dreaming of new projects to create. The numerous scholarships given by the CPISTF are a testament to the dedication of the alumni and print companies to helping the next generations in the industry. Thank you again for your generosity and support in helping students, like myself, achieve our educational goals and concentrate on building the skills and knowledge to succeed in the print industry.

Anita WongBCIT Graphic Communications Technology Management Graduate

My name is Daniel Langsford and I am a graduate of the Graphic Communications Management program at Ryerson University. I would like to personally thank you for the support you have provided with regards to my education and future in the printing industry. This scholarship provided a strong financial basis allowing me to maintain focus on my educational goals instead of worrying about external factors such as tuition. The support provided the necessary motivation to continue progressing and improving my educational status thus making me a better student. With consistent effort and determination from oneself as well as the vast support from the CPISTF, anyone including myself can be excited for a future in the printing industry and I thank you for that.

Daniel LangsfordRyerson ’17 GCM Graduate

I cannot thank the Canadian Printing Industries Trust Fund Scholarship enough for all of the opportunities I was able to get as a recipient. Not only did I pivot my priorities in university from a part-time job to full-time studying but I was able to make strong industry connections that allowed me to progress in my career. The annual scholarship requirements kept me motivated to keep my grades up and always work towards bigger goals. It made me a better student and I was able to secure a 2nd year internship from the printing company that interviewed me when I was in Grade 12. These opportunities only strengthened my resume when it came to my 3rd year internship and later, with full-time career options.

Veronica AnnisRyerson ’15 GCM Graduate