Rick Malcolm Education Scholarship – Applications Now Open

CUPE Alberta Division is accepting applications for the Rick Malcolm Education Scholarship, open to CUPE members and their immediate family members (spouse or child) pursuing post-secondary education.

Eligibility:

  • CUPE member in good standing OR
  • Spouse/child of a CUPE Alberta member
    (Previous recipients are not eligible)

To Apply:
Applicants must:

  1. Submit a short essay (max 1,000 words) on a union-related topic
  2. Include a letter of endorsement from their CUPE Local
  3. Provide proof of post-secondary registration (if selected)

Essay Topics may include:

  • Why unions?
  • What union membership means to me
  • Importance of youth involvement in today’s unions
  • CUPE’s contribution to Alberta
  • Or another union-relevant topic of your choice

Deadline: September 1, 2025
Submit to: secretary@cupeab.org

CUPE 4731 members needing a letter of endorsement should contact: President@cupe4731.com