These scholarships are designed to highlight union principles, as well as promote the labour movement in a positive way. The scholarships aim to create awareness of the UNE within high schools and provide financial assistance to worthy students. This initiative aims to encourage youth to become more involved in union activity or social justice activities.
Awards range from $500 to $2,000.
How to Apply
- Eligibility
- Application
- Judging
- Member of the Union of National Employees in good standing, or the spouse or dependent child of a member.
- Entering the first year of post-secondary education.
- Additional eligibility requirements apply for individual awards.
Applicants must submit a completed application form and an essay response.
In reviewing essays, passion, content and knowledge of the subject matter are part of the evaluation criteria.