Haywood Hunt names University of Ottawa student as scholarship winner

Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. has awarded its 9th annual scholarship to University of Ottawa student Chloé Bissonnette. The Toronto-based private investigation agency also said a 10th annual scholarship is coming soon, with more application details to be announced shortly.

Why it matters: - The scholarship helps offset the cost of post-secondary education for a Canadian student each year. - Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. is using the program to support students who show strong writing skills, academic ambition, and a commitment to continued learning. - The company also signaled that the scholarship program will continue for at least another year, expanding the opportunity for future applicants.

What happened: - Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. named Chloé Bissonnette, a fourth-year University of Ottawa student, as the recipient of its 2026 Annual Scholarship. - The announcement marks the ninth year of the $1,000 award. - The company said the scholarship recognizes one Canadian post-secondary student each year. - The winner’s essay, The Five-Step Guide to Staying A.L.E.R.T. Online, is available here.

The details: - Bissonnette is pursuing an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Conflict Studies and Human Rights. - She says she is committed to diplomacy, peace and human rights, and hopes to study and practice international law. - Outside her studies, Bissonnette serves as a U-Report Ambassador for UNICEF Canada. - She also volunteers as a Political Content Writer for The Modern Impact. - Bissonnette is president of the Conflict Studies and Human Rights Students Association. - Trevor Haywood, CEO of Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc., said the company continues to be impressed by the quality of entries from Canadian students. - Haywood said the students show insight, creativity and dedication to their futures. - Haywood Hunt established the scholarship to help address the financial pressures that can come with higher education. - The 2026 scholarship was open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents and other people with legal status allowing them to study in Canada. - Applicants had to be accepted or enrolled at a Canadian college or university for the 2026/2027 academic year. - The submission deadline was Aug. 31, 2026. - The recipient was selected on Sept. 7, 2026. - Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. has offices in Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Richmond Hill, Oakville, Vaughan and other parts of Ontario. - The agency provides investigative services for corporate clients, legal professionals, the insurance industry, government agencies and private individuals.

Between the lines: - The scholarship gives Haywood Hunt a public way to connect its brand with education, writing and civic-minded student work. - The company’s early confirmation of a 10th annual scholarship suggests the program has become a recurring part of its community outreach. - The focus on an essay-based application and student writing points to a selection process that values communication skills as much as academic achievement.

What's next: - Haywood Hunt & Associates Inc. said it will announce eligibility requirements, essay topics, application deadlines and other details for the 10th annual scholarship soon. - Students interested in applying can visit the scholarship page for updates. - More information about the agency is available on its website.