Founded in 1988 by Berte Willoughby in honor of her late husband, Dr. John Willoughby. The fund was originally established to provide scholarships for students entering University medical programs.
Today, the fund offers scholarships in various health-related disciplines, including Nursing, Medicine, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Cardiac Technician, Respiratory Technician, and other related fields. Eligibility extends to students who have completed secondary education in BC. Applicant may be a recent graduates, mature students and grad students alike.