The Second Annual Bradley MarkJohnston Educational FoundationBursaries to support Ontario’s Eventersare now open for applications!

The 2026 Bursaries are intended to encourage advancement in education for young

professionals, working students, and others striving for excellence in the discipline of

Eventing.

The Bradley Mark Johnston Pursuit of Excellence Bursary ($4,000) is intended to

help young professionals bridge the gap between talent and opportunity. It offers

resources to access high-value educational opportunities such as training, clinics,

career development or business management workshops, vocational training or other

avenues of professional development related to the horse industry that may otherwise

be out of reach.

The Bradley Mark Johnston Working Student Bursary ($1,000) recognizes the vital

contributions of working students to our sport. It supports individuals who are currently

employed full-time in the equestrian industry and specifically in the discipline of

Eventing. The Bursary provides funding for training, clinics, and other learning

opportunities to help develop their horsemanship, practical skills, and long-term

potential in the sport.

Applications for both bursaries are open until September 30, 2026.

The Bradley Mark Johnston Educational Foundation was established in memory of

Bradley Mark Johnston who passed away in January 2005 as a result of a senseless

and horrific attack. Bradley was a talented artist who saw value in unconventional

pathways that would allow him to pursue his own dreams without compromise and was

a master at mentoring, teaching and working with others to bring their dreams to life.

The Foundation initially supported scholarships to animation colleges and is now

focusing on providing educational opportunities to members of Ontario’s Eventing

community.