Ben Young put on a masterclass of superbike racing this weekend. Typically home to close and dramatic racing, Young dominated at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, winning all three races handily and once again being crowned “King of Mosport”. He has shrunk his point deficit in the championship, now only tailing by 3 points going into the final round.

With some mixed weather on Friday, qualifying positions were determined by the mornings practice session. No points were awarded, though Young would keep up his streak of pole positions for every race this 2023 Bridgestone Canadian Superbike Championship season.

All three races played out very similarly. From the off, Young got right to business aboard his Van Dolder’s BMW M1000RR, putting in consistent lap times and gaining a strong lead quickly. In both of Sunday’s races, his best lap time was half way through the race, proving the strength of the new Bridgestone tires. Young crossed the line in first position with a healthy lead of 6.5 seconds in race one, 5.2 seconds in race two and over 7 seconds in the last race – a feat which is unheard of at “Mosport”.

Of the weekend, Young had this to say: “The weekend couldn’t have went any better for is. Leading every lap of every race is really comforting for us, truly showing the potential of the M1000RR and our team. We’re really looking forward to the final round of the year”.

With the successful weekend, Young is now the second most-winningest rider in CSBK history. In addition, thanks to Young’s triple wins and a trio of second-place finishes by fellow BMW rider Sam Guerin, BMW now lead in the constructors championship.

The season will conclude with a return to Shannonville Motorsports Park, ON, September 15-17th.

Young’s partners for his 2022 Bridgestone Canadian Superbike Championship season include; BMW Motorrad Canada, Van Dolder’s Home Team, Scot-build Developments Inc, Parts Canada, HJC Helmets, Alpinestars, Hindle Exhaust, Clearlite, Primitive Patterns, DP Brakes, alphaRacing, Vass Performance Cycle, Cartier Racing and Bickle Racing.

To keep up-to-date on Ben Young throughout the year visit; www.BenYoungRacing.com, www.facebook.com/BenYoungRacing and on Twitter and Instagram: @benyoung_86.

Photo by: Damian Pereira

After a two-year hiatus from racing on the East Coast, Ben Young returned with a vengeance, securing the double-win and pole position at Atlantic Motorsports Park. Just like Young’s last visit to Shubie in 2019, the track brought the heat and the drama, making for a fantastic weekend’s racing.

The excitement kicked off on Friday with the Superpole session, where Young and title rival Alex Dumas tied for pole position. Young crossed the line with seconds to spare to complete a clean flying lap and ended up putting in a 1:07.521 – matching Dumas to the thousands of a second. Confusion ensued as this was unprecedented in the Canadian Superbike Championship. Ultimately, Young and Dumas would both earn the full four championship points for pole position, and grid positions for the race would come down to a coin toss. Young won the coin toss and set his sights on the top of the box for the weekend’s races.

With a heat warning in effect, the lights went out to start race one of the premier superbike class. Young had a great start off the line going into turn one in second position. The Van Dolder’s BMW M1000RR was solid throughout the typically rough track, and Young put on a great show for fans putting pressure on first position, even swapping paint at one point. The pair were wheel to wheel for the first half of the race, and eventually, the pressure was too much for Dumas. Entering turn five, Dumas crashed out, and Young took first position. Young won the race, earning his 8th national Superbike victory and significantly increasing his championship lead.

Sunday came without relief from the heat, but fans would be rewarded with great racing. The start of the race was slightly delayed due to some spitting rain. This would continue on and off for the race, though more as a “mental rain,” as it evaporated on the tarmac as quickly as it fell. Young got off the line and slotted into 3rd position on the first lap behind Dumas and Trevor Daley. Young navigated his BMW by Daley and made the chase for the lead by the second lap but had to make up what was now a two-second gap to first position. Young put in consistent pace and made a pass on Dumas to take first position. Despite the spitting rain and hot temperatures, Dumas kept pushing, and Young let him past, falling into second and allowing his rival to set the pace of the race. With two laps to go, Young got a great drive onto the back straight and retook first position. Feeling comfortable, he put in a couple of flying laps and went on to take his second win in as many days at Shubie.

Having accomplished full points at Atlantic Motorsports Park, Young now holds a strong 31-point advantage in the Canadian Superbike Championship going into the final round at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park in a few weeks, where he hopes to secure his second Championship title.

Of the weekend, Young had this to say: “It was great to be back East at by far the most technical track we visit. We had two very different races with all sorts of situations thrown our way. It was great to walk away with another double win this year and extend the points on the championship lead.”

The next and final round is a triple-header held August 12-14th at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park (Mosport), Bowmanville, ON – a track which always brings out great racing.

Young’s partners for his 2022 CSBK Championship season include; BMW Motorrad Canada, Van Dolder’s Home Team, Scot-Build Developments Inc, Parts Canada, HJC Helmets, Alpinestars, Hindle Exhaust, Barrie Trim and Mouldings, Clearlite, Primitive Patterns, DP Brakes, Alpha Racing and Vass Performance Cycle.

To keep up-to-date on Ben Young throughout the year, visit www.BenYoungRacing.com, www.facebook.com/BenYoungRacing or on Twitter and Instagram: @benyoung_86.

Ben Young had a stellar weekend at Grand Bend Motorplex for the opening round of the Canadian Superbike Championship. Young won both races aboard his Van Dolder’s Home Team BMW, setting him up well in the points standing for the 2022 season.

Friday’s qualifying session saw Young put in a solid lap time of 1:03.021 – beating his own previously held lap record at the track. Ultimately, the time would see him placed second on the grid for the weekends races, though with a consistent pace and a strong hunger to win.

Excitement was high for the first race of the weekend on Saturday. Young got a great start off the line aboard his BMW S1000RR, taking the hole shot into the first corner. The first half of the 20-lap race saw the top 4 racers close, though none could make an attempt for the lead. Young reaped the rewards of his consistency and strong pace, building a solid lead as the race progressed and he ended up crossing the line with a 5 second lead.

With full intention of a repeat result, Young headed into race two with calm confidence. His Van Dolder’s Home Team BMW felt great and the sun was shining. Young wouldn’t get the start he was hoping for, but slotted into second and chased the lead for the first 5 laps. On the sixth lap, Young made the pass into first at turn one and never looked back. Again, he built a strong lead quickly, and took a comfortable 1st place with a 6.5 second lead.

This successful weekend not only gives Young a strong 18-point lead in the Canadian Superbike Championship, but Sunday’s win also gives BMW their 50th win in the Superbike class. Young is also now tied for 10th all-time Superbike wins in the Canadian Championship.

Of the weekend, Young says “It was great to open the 2022 season. Riding our backup bike was far from ideal, but we made the best of it and it did us well. We are looking forward to getting the M1000RR ready to roll for round two in just under a months time.”

The next CSBK round will be held July 8th-10th at Calabogie Motorsports Park, where Young will look to continue his campaign for the 2022 title.

Young’s partners for his 2022 CSBK Championship season include; BMW Motorrad Canada, Van Dolders Home Team, Scot-Build Developments Inc, Parts Canada, HJC Helmets, Alpinestars, Hindle Exhaust, Barrie Trim and Mouldings, Clearlite, Primitive Patterns, Alpha Racing and Vass Performance Cycle.

To keep up-to-date on Ben Young throughout the year visit; www.BenYoungRacing.com, www.facebook.com/BenYoungRacing or on Twitter and Instagram: @benyoung_86.

We understand making significant changes to your home’s exterior can seem like a daunting task, but we’ve come up with a solution to make the process easy, fun and informative. Seeing is believing, and we invite you to come see the quality and craftsmanship for yourself in our village-style showrooms.

Our showrooms are set up with small-scale homes outfitted in preferred products allowing you to get up close and see every product in action— like this house of sliding and folding patio doors.

This showroom home offers a sampling of options available from one of our newest suppliers, QFort. Their line of sliding and bi-fold patio doors is the perfect solution if your goal is to bring the outside inside. Adding more glass to your home allows more light in, and QFort windows and doors do it without compromising energy efficiency.

Complimenting the modern, European design of the QFort patio doors, the exterior of this home is clad with Gentek’s Align Composite siding to create a practical and on-trend exterior. We also used Gentek’s premium vinyl soffit and fascia to turn an often overlooked part of the home into an eye-catching feature.

Moving indoors, this home features a Ghostwood Reclaimed Wood accent wall to offset the crispness of the white siding and demonstrate the versatility of Ghostwood products.

Gentek Align Composite Cladding

• Realistic look of wood, without costly upkeep
• Strong yet lightweight construction
• Easy to install
• Performance-engineered to resist high winds, moisture, flame spread/smoke development, termites and impact damage
• Fortified with weatherable pigments to ensure superb colour retention, including darker hues

Gentek Premium Vinyl Soffit

• Durable, low-maintenance finish.
• Choose from distinctive profiles to give your home the perfect finishing touch.
• Colour goes all the way through each panel, so it never needs painting.

QFORT Sliding and Bi-Fold Doors

• Minimalist design with high performance
• Extra home comfort through thermal and sound insulation
• An ideal way to connect indoor and outdoor spaces
• Can be equipped with Venetian blinds (some models).

Ghostwood Reclaimed Wood Siding

• Ghostwood is a new wood product that mimics the appearance and, therefore, the appeal of reclaimed wood.
• Varies in colour shades and tones, much like reclaimed wood. Available in 7 natural colours with a variety of profiles and sizes.
• Requires little or no maintenance depending on where it is installed and your long-term goal for the product’s appearance.
• Can be used indoors and outdoors.

Visit the Van Dolder’s Custom Exteriors village-style showrooms to experience home improvement options in a real-world setting. It’s where 50+ years of experience crafting custom home exteriors shines through to inspire and inform. The Home Team is happy to guide you through the showroom to ensure all of your questions and concerns are answered. Without a doubt, you’ll leave with renewed creativity and confidence for planning your renovation or construction.

For more information on any of the products in this article, contact a member of The Home Team today or tour the showroom and ask questions as you go. Let our expertise make your project simple to plan, easy to construct and enjoyable for years to come.

We understand making significant changes to your home’s exterior can seem like a daunting task, but we’ve come up with a solution to make the process easy, fun and informative. Seeing is believing, and we invite you to come see the quality and craftsmanship for yourself in our village-style showrooms.

Our showrooms are set up with small-scale homes outfitted in preferred products allowing you to get up close and see every product in action— like this multi-texture sloped-roof home.

Creating an eye-catching exterior for your home can be easily achieved by using a mixture of materials and textures. This home’s exterior begins with Ghostwood Reclaimed Wood soffit and fascia and compliments the wood texture with sleek steel siding. The Longboard Siding combines the natural design and colour of wood with lightweight performance-engineered aluminum to deliver a low-maintenance siding that will not rot, warp, peel or fade. Installed both vertically and horizontally, the long sleek lines of this siding add a greater sense of height and length to the home. Pillars and accent walls of Be On Stone add a sense of strength and stability to offset the warmth of the reclaimed wood and the wood-like siding. The different materials come together to create a nature-inspired exterior that will blend in in any environment.

Moving indoors, two walls of Ostaco Enersense Windows were installed to create an open and inviting space that takes full advantage of natural light.

This home is an excellent example of how embracing multiple materials, textures, and colours can create a unique exterior that will help set your home apart from all others.

Ghostwood Reclaimed Wood Soffit

• New wood product which mimics the appearance and therefore the appeal of reclaimed wood
• Available in 7 natural colours with a variety of profiles and sizes
• Varies in colour shades and tones, much like reclaimed wood
• Choose from distinctive profiles to give your home the perfect finishing touch.

Longboard Siding

• Performance-engineered to resist high winds, moisture, flame spread/smoke development, termites and impact damage
• Strong yet lightweight with zero long-term maintenance; won’t rot, warp, peel or fade
• The look of wood without costly upkeep
• Easy to install
• 100% recyclable

Be On Stone Siding

• Adds the strength and elegance of stonework to your home.
• Natural hand-hewn stone easily installs on most walls.
• Available in a variety of styles and colours.

Ostaco Enersense Commercial Windows

• Rated most efficient by Energy Star
• High-performance windows with an STC rating of 36-39 (Sound transmission)
• Internal steel reinforcement channel ensures optimal performance and operation for larger windows.
• Available in a variety of colour options
• Low maintenance

Mastergrain Contemporary Entry Door

• Cherry Stainless Inlay – Fiberglass composite construction insulated with high density, CFC-free, polyurethane foam for efficiency, noise abatement, and to diminish energy loss and sound leakage.
• Offering clean, clear lines in a desirable modern door
• A wide selection of engraved or stainless inlay is available

Visit the Van Dolder’s Custom Exteriors village-style showrooms to experience home improvement options in a real-world setting. It’s where 50+ years of experience crafting custom home exteriors shines through to inspire and inform. The Home Team is happy to guide you through the showroom to ensure all of your questions and concerns are answered. Without a doubt, you’ll leave with renewed creativity and confidence for planning your renovation or construction.

For more information on any of the products in this article, contact a member of The Home Team today or tour the showroom and ask questions as you go. Let our expertise make your project simple to plan, easy to construct and enjoyable for years to come.

We understand making significant changes to your home’s exterior can seem like a daunting task, but we’ve come up with a solution to make the process easy, fun and informative. Seeing is believing, and we invite you to come see the quality and craftsmanship for yourself in our village-style showrooms.

Our showrooms are set up with small-scale homes outfitted in preferred products allowing you to get up close and see every product in action— like this contemporary sloped-roof home.

Building off the contemporary architecture, we selected exterior products that aligned with the Scandinavian-inspired design. Monochromatic hues were chosen for the siding, windows and doors to create a cohesive exterior and allow the different textures and small details to shine through. And much like real-life contemporary homes, natural light was maximized in this showroom home using floor-to-ceiling windows and a large sliding patio door. The small deck out front was covered in light grey aluminum decking and a glass railing system to provide a little bit of contrast without straying too far from the overall goal. The result is a contemporary home that reflects today’s modern design trends. Explore all of the products and materials used in this home below.

Mastergrain Contemporary Entry Door

• Cherry Stainless Inlay – Fiberglass composite construction insulated with high density, CFC-free, polyurethane foam for efficiency, noise abatement and to diminish energy loss and sound leakage
• Offering clean, clear lines in a desirable modern door
• A wide selection of engraved or stainless inlay is available

Be On Stone Siding

• Adds the strength and elegance of stonework to your home.
• Natural hand-hewn stone easily installs on most walls.
• Available in a variety of styles and colours.

Gentek Distinction Siding

• The look of real wood with a great selection of nuanced and matte colours available.
• Coated with rust-resistant paint that provides long-term durability.
• Maintenance-free, 26-gauge high strength steel with a 40-year limited warranty.
• Can be installed horizontally or vertically.

Mastergrain Stacking Patio Door

• These patio doors offer a larger opening than a classic patio door – up to 23 feet wide and 8 feet tall.
• Can stack up to 3 panels on each side without taking up additional wall space.
• Customizable colours let you match it to your décor.

Van Dolder’s Aluminum Decking

• Disperses heat and has a grooved wood texture, so it’s comfortable to walk on all year. Corrosion-free, will not crack or warp and is easy to maintain. Requires no staining, painting or finishing to keep its beauty and durability.
• Decking can be installed over any base or existing deck.
• Water-resistant and ideal for second-level decks, as it protects lower levels from the elements.
• Available in a selection of wood textures and colours.

Van Dolder’s Railing

• Van Dolder’s complete aluminum railings don’t need to be stained, treated, painted or finished to maintain their beauty and durability.
• Non-corrosive and will not warp, crack, or fade.
• All glass systems with no aluminum posts are also available.

Tilt Architectural Window

• Structural glass curtain wall façade systems offer great creative freedom and allow ample natural light in.
• Emphasis on minimal design and aesthetics.
• Limitless combinations of vertical and inclined planes.
• Wide range of architectural paint colours or custom colours available.

Gentek Sagiper Soffit

• Highly durable vinyl that is resistant to humidity and temperature variations, even in the most adverse weather conditions
• Maintenance-free with a 50 year (15 year non-prorated) warranty
• Impervious to water/moulds and impenetrable to insects
• Available in a variety of wood tones and metallic finishes

Visit the Van Dolder’s Custom Exteriors village-style showrooms to experience home improvement options in a real-world setting. It’s where 50+ years of experience crafting custom home exteriors shines through to inspire and inform. The Home Team is happy to guide you through the showroom to ensure all of your questions and concerns are answered. Without a doubt, you’ll leave with renewed creativity and confidence for planning your renovation or construction.

For more information on any of the products in this article, contact a member of The Home Team today or tour the showroom and ask questions as you go. Let our expertise make your project simple to plan, easy to construct and enjoyable for years to come.

We understand making significant changes to your home’s exterior can seem like a daunting task, but we’ve come up with a solution to make the process easy, fun and informative. Seeing is believing, and we invite you to come see the quality and craftsmanship for yourself in our village-style showrooms.

Our showrooms are set up with small-scale homes outfitted in preferred products allowing you to get up close and see every product in action— like this cottage-inspired indoor-outdoor living space.

Today, homeowners are looking to expand their living space and blend the indoors with the outdoors— and larger decks and covered outdoor living spaces are the perfect way to achieve this. In this cottage-inspired home, we’ve blended the indoors with the outdoors by using a large-panel LePage Millworks sliding door. These doors offer plenty of clear viewing while maintaining energy efficiency and lift onto a solid track to make opening and closing effortless.

Shifting “outdoors,” we’ve lined the deck with two kinds of railings. Glass railings provide a clear and unobstructed view, while traditional railings provide the safety and accent of colour that some homeowners prefer. Both styles of railings can also be used effectively indoors. The outdoor living space is then maximized with an Aristocrat retractable awning to offer protection from sunlight and light rainfalls— making the aluminum deck useable in all types of weather.

As an added bonus, we’ve used Ghostwood Reclaimed Wood siding inside this home to add warm wainscoting and a unique ceiling feature. The result is an indoor-outdoor living space that is inviting and well prepared to host a get-together, no matter what the weather brings.

Van Dolder’s Railings for Every View

• Van Dolder’s complete aluminum railings don’t need to be stained, treated, painted or finished to maintain their beauty and durability.
• Non-corrosive and will not warp, crack, or fade.
• All glass systems with no aluminum posts are also available, providing the ultimate in wide-open viewing.
• Railing systems can be installed on the interior or exterior.

Lepage Millworks Sliding Door

• Superior durability
• Weather and impact resist
• Easy to operate
• Large panel sizes—up to 10′ high and 30’ wide panels lift onto a track and slide effortlessly.

Lumberock Composite Decking

• Composite decking has the look and feel of wood with added strength and durability.
• Lasting beauty, genuine value, and easy maintenance.

Aristocrat Retractable Awning

• Superior solar protection
• Extruded aluminum frame makes it corrosion resistant and virtually maintenance-free.
• Available as motorized, hand-cranked or with automated sensors
• Full five or ten-year warranty

Ghostwood Reclaimed Wood Siding (Used Indoors)

• Ghost Wood is a new wood product that mimics the appearance and, therefore, the appeal of reclaimed wood.
• Varies in colour shades and tones, much like reclaimed wood. Available in 7 natural colours with a variety of profiles and sizes.
• Requires little or no maintenance depending on where it is installed and your long-term goal for the product’s appearance.

Visit the Van Dolder’s Custom Exteriors village-style showrooms to experience home improvement options in a real-world setting. It’s where 50+ years of experience crafting custom home exteriors shines through to inspire and inform. The Home Team is happy to guide you through the showroom to ensure all of your questions and concerns are answered. Without a doubt, you’ll leave with renewed creativity and confidence for planning your renovation or construction.

For more information on any of the products in this article, contact a member of The Home Team today or tour the showroom and ask questions as you go. Let our expertise make your project simple to plan, easy to construct and enjoyable for years to come.

The 2021 Canadian Superbike Championship wrapped up September 17-18 at Calabogie Motorsports Park with Ben Young claiming 2nd place overall.

Coming into the final two races at Calabogie, expectations were high, and Young knew it wouldn’t be an easy battle – Dumas had won the opening two races at the same venue. Within the second practice, Young had improved his times from the first round, showing his hunger for the weekend.

A shortened race weekend meant Young was on track Friday and Saturday only, leaving very little time to work on the set up of the Van Dolder’s Home Team BMW S1000RR. Despite this, Young took 2nd place on the grid, only 0.171 seconds off pole position. This closeness would give an idea of just how competitive the racing would be, and it didn’t disappoint.

Young charged hard off of the line of race one. He maintained a close second position for the entirety of the race. Due to the high speed at such a technical track, Young couldn’t make any attempts to take first stick, and he crossed the line with a solid 2nd place and a blistering fastest lap of 2:00:836, a time which hasn’t been seen in years at Calabogie.

In race two, Young took the holeshot heading into the first corner, but unfortunately, the race was red-flagged on the second lap. The restarted race was shortened to an 8-lap dash in which Young had less success getting off the line. Despite heading into turn 1 in 4th place, Young made it into second position in short order though a second behind Dumas in first. Young again took the fastest lap in his chase of first, but ultimately couldn’t take the lead finishing 2nd again.

“It wasn’t quite the season finish we hoped for, but we knew it wouldn’t be easy. Considering that we took a year out in 2020 due to COVID, having a new bike and dealing with some gremlins, we are delighted with 2nd place in the championship. The team and I worked really hard right to the end, and it just makes us hungrier for next year. ”

Young’s partners for his 2021 CSBK Championship season include; BMW Motorrad Canada, Van Dolder’s Home Team, Scot-Build Developments Inc, Parts Canada, HJC Helmets, Alpinestars, Motul, Hindle Exhaust, Barrie Trim and Mouldings, Alpha Racing and Vass Performance Cycle.

To keep up-to-date on Ben Young visit; www.BenYoungRacing.com, www.facebook.com/BenYoungRacing or find him on Twitter and Instagram: @benyoung_86

Cover photo: CSBK

Ben Young continues to charge in his campaign for the 2021 Canadian Superbike title. He was crowned “King of Mosport” after walking away with Pole Position, 1st place race one, 3rd place race two and a 2nd place in race three, along with a race lap record during the first-ever triple-header at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park.

After topping the timesheets in the first qualifying session, Young moved into Superpole with the top 10, where they have the opportunity to run a Dunlop spec qualifying tire which can improve times dramatically.  The weather had other ideas, however. Young headed out on a soft slick at the start of the session and easily took pole position. He came into the pit, switched over to the spec tire but didn’t get out on track as heavy rain began to fall on the back section of the track and the session was stopped immediately. After much deliberation, the ultimate decision was to proceed to grid-based on positions from Superpole – Young took his second Pole Position of the 2021 CSBK season.

Due to unfortunate circumstances on Saturday, all three races were switched to 14 laps, and would all be held on Sunday. They would prove to be close racing the likes of which we’ve not seen at this level for years.

Race one began with Young slotting into 2nd place behind Dumas for the first few laps. He was constantly on Dumas tail and by lap 6, Young managed to make a pass stick and led the race on his Van Dolder’s Home Team BMW. With the top 5 close on his tail. Young continued to push, closing the door on his opponents and held on to take the win.

With a great start off the line in race two, Ben rocketed his BMW S1000RR into first position. Young jostled positions with Szoke and Dumas for the entirety of the race. Multiple times, they crossed the line three-abreast, so close was the competition. Ultimately, Young took 3rd place, with just 3/10ths of a second covering the top 3. This would only prove to make Young hungrier for the final race of tripleheader weekend.

Young got a bad launch of the line for the third and last race of the day, dropping as low as 5th place. He quickly picked off riders and was battling for first again in no time. Young led the race, with Szoke close on his tail, renewing their long rivalry. They switched positions, and with one lap to go on the last corner, Young attempted one last pass on Szoke but had to sit up at the last moment to avoid a collision. The riders crossed the line three-wide, with Young taking the second position – completing his trifecta of positions for the weekend.

Of the weekend, Young said the following: “Three races in one day was a lot, but we were more than ready for it. We had a great race set up for the crucial last laps of the 20 and 18 lap races, and with our race being shortened to 14 laps, I felt like it helped a lot of the other riders who hadn’t had it figured out. Some great battles throughout all 3 races, and all clean and fair racing.”
Ben now tails first place in the standings by only 10 points. The championship will be decided at the final round held at Calabogie Motorsports Park, dates to be confirmed.

Young’s partners for his 2021 CSBK Championship season include; BMW Motorrad Canada, Van Dolder’s Home Team, Scot-Build Developments Inc, Parts Canada, HJC Helmets, Alpinestars, Motul, Hindle Exhaust, Barrie Trim and Mouldings, Alpha Racing and Vass Performance Cycle.

To keep up-to-date on Ben Young throughout the year visit; www.BenYoungRacing.com, www.facebook.com/BenYoungRacing or find him on Twitter and Instagram: @benyoung_86

The Andy Van Dolder Scholarship was created in honour of our late founder, father and friend, Andy Van Dolder. Andy possessed an unrivalled passion for home improvement and was known around the region for his gregarious spirit.

Each year, the scholarship is awarded to a student in Georgian College’s Carpentry and Renovation Techniques Program who demonstrates academic merit (+75% average) as well as a commitment to the program and profession— something Andy did for over 56 years.

The inaugural scholarship was awarded in January 2020 and has since been awarded to a deserving student every semester. Take a look at the list of past winners below and see what they had to say about receiving the Andy Van Dolder scholarship.

Winter 2019

Recipient: Leah Simon

“I can now focus solely on studying and my school work instead of having to find a second job to help pay for all my bills with school and at home. This is a major help to me and my family.”

Fall 2020

Recipient: Maygan Sensenberger

“Receiving this financial assistance has helped me in many ways, including allowing me to focus more on my studies by improving my study/work-life balance. I am independent and do not receive OSAP and have worked hard to save money to pay for school myself.”

Winter 2021

Recipient: Chris Ewald

“By awarding me with the Andy VanDolder Scholarship, I was able to focus all my energy into the course, which allowed me to make my future aspirations come true.”

Winter 2022

Recipient: Joshua Blackburn

“Thanks to this program, I will be starting a new career building custom homes in the Muskoka region. This scholarship will certainly ease the stress
of my financial situation, especially in the few weeks before I receive any income.”

The entire Home Team family would like to congratulate all of the Andy Van Dolder Scholarship recipients. We wish you all the best in your future careers, and we know that Andy would be proud of the passion you display for your chosen field.