Playmas Montreal Cultural Association proudly invites the community to celebrate the achievements of the third cohort of the GemStar Circle of Excellence Scholarship and Mentorship Program. This year, 18 exceptional students will graduate from the program and receive either a $1,500 scholarship or a $500 bursary to support their post-secondary education.
The Graduation Ceremony will take place on Sunday, June 29, at 6767 Côte-des-Neiges Road in the main reception hall. The evening will begin with a cocktail graduation reception at 6:00 p.m., followed by the formal ceremony at 7:00 p.m. Guests will join the graduates, their families, mentors, and supporters for an uplifting evening of recognition, closing with a celebratory cake in honour of the students’ success.
This year’s graduation marks another milestone in the program’s mission to empower Black youth through academic excellence, mentorship, and community connection. The GemStar Circle of Excellence Program, initiated by Gemma Raeburn-Baynes and supported by the members of the Playmas Montreal Cultural Association, is a unique initiative designed to spotlight and support the academic achievements of Black students in Quebec.
We extend special thanks to our generous sponsors:
BMO Bank of Montreal, BDC Business Development Bank, The Gloria Baylis Foundation, Vera and the Late Ian Aston, and The Lindsay Place Alumni Foundation.
The program is also proudly supported by both the English Montreal School Board (EMSB) and the Lester B. Pearson School Board, further emphasizing its importance and impact within the educational and wider community.
Everyone is welcome to attend this inspiring event. A $25 donation at the door is appreciated to support the continuation of the program. Children up to 16 years of age are invited free of charge, encouraged to attend and be motivated to become future GemStars.
Join us in celebrating the bright future of these rising stars and future community leaders.
GemStar Circle of Excellence Celebrates Third Cohort Graduation
