CUPE AB Scholarship Information
Every year, CUPE Alberta awards a scholarship to a CUPE member of an affiliated Alberta local, in good standing with CUPE Alberta Division, or an immediate family member who is pursuing post-secondary studies. Immediate family will be limited to spouses and children.
Applying for a scholarship in a few simple steps:
- The name of the eligible member, or immediate family member, must be submitted through the local union. A letter of endorsement from the local must accompany the application. Any individual who has previously received this scholarship from CUPE Alberta is not eligible. The application form is attached to this email.
Applications, including letters of endorsement, must be submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer of the Division by September 1, 2024. The scholarship will be awarded by December 31. 2024.
Please mail to:
CUPE Alberta Division Secretary-Treasurer
#105, 811 Manning Road NE
Calgary, AB T2E 7L4
2. All applicants must submit an essay of no more than 1,000 words on one of the following topics:
· Why unions?
· What Union membership means to me
· The importance of youth involvement in today’s unions
· CUPE’s contribution to Alberta
· Other
Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of registration from an accredited post-secondary institution. The amount of any financial assistance for the recipient shall be decided by the Executive Committee and all decisions will be final.
