Almost two years ago, CUPW, and the labour movement, lost Sister Megan Whitfield – a long-time postal worker who dedicated her life to improving the lives of working people. She was an activist and mentor, and a friend to many.
In her honour, and to help carry out her legacy, CUPW launched the Megan Whitfield Bursary. Last year, one $5,000 bursary was awarded. This year, two $2,500 bursaries will be awarded to CUPW members in good standing, or their dependents, from an equity seeking group who are studying at a publicly funded, publicly run post-secondary institution in Canada.