Local 500 is proud to accept applications for its Annual Les Butterworth Scholarship and Bursary Program.
This year the fund is offering:
- One scholarship of $1,500
- Four bursaries of $800 each
The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic achievement and the bursaries on the basis of good academic standing with consideration of financial need.
Eligibility:
- Local 500 members in good standing and their families (family is defined as spouse, children, grandchildren, brother, sister, son-in-law and daughter-in-law. Also eligible are families of disabled, retired or deceased members who were members in good standing at the time of their disability, retirement or death).
- The awards are available for use in an accredited post secondary school, college or university in Manitoba for the 2016-2017 academic year. (Awards can only be used at Canadian schools outside Manitoba when the course of studies is not offered in Manitoba).
- Previous award winners are not eligible, but previous applicants may re-apply.
Method of selection:
A selection committee of three prominent Winnipeg citizens will review the applications and other information provided.
Closing date:
Scholarship and Bursary applications must be returned by Thursday, June 30, 2016.
For more information or to request an application form, please contact the Local 500 office at 204-942-1001 or click here to go to the scholarship and bursary application and information page.
