Amara Smith will attend UVic after earning the $750 scholarship
Sooke firefighter scholarship awarded to EMCS valedictorian Published 5:45 am Tuesday, July 14, 2026 The Sooke Fire Fighters IAFF Local 4841 has awarded its 2026 annual $750 scholarship to Edward Milne Community School valedictorian Amara Smith. Smith will attend the University of Victoria this fall to continue her education.
The union announced the award on July 8, congratulating Smith and wishing her success in the next stage of her academic journey.
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- Jul 14, 2026
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- Jul 14, 2026
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