June 11, 2019 - Every year, USW Local 1944 offers three educational scholarships of $750 and four scholarships of $1,000 for any post-secondary institution, to children of union members graduating from high school.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a child of an active member of USW Local 1944;
• Be graduating from high school in 2019;
• Be registering for courses at a public post-secondary institution. 

Applicants must complete the application form and submit an updated transcript and a letter of reference from a teacher or an employer. This scholarship program considers leadership values and labour knowledge.

Completed applications are to be sent by email, mail, or fax:

• By Email: info@columbiainstitute.ca
• By Mail: Columbia Institute – Suite 510-1155 Robson Street – Vancouver, BC V6E 1B5
• By Fax: (604) 408-2525

Inquiries by phone: (604) 408-2500 

The application deadline is on Thursday, August 1, 2019.

USW Local 1944 invites our members to seize this opportunity for financial aid for post-secondary education. Please share with students you know who are making a difference in their communities and might be eligible!

In Solidarity,

USW Local 1944