"I was there when we brought the Union in. The first-time contract they won for us was unbelievable. It changed the quality of my life. I am now a Shop Steward and enjoy working with my Union and looking after my fellow workers. "
Teamsters Canada is offering four (4) scholarships of $2,500 to eligible Members who wish to continue their education in their current field or expand into a different industry. The Teamsters Canada Scholarship for Members deadline is October 31st. Click here for more information.
This scholarship fund will provide six hundred $2,000 scholarships to graduating seniors of the class of 2025. These awards are merit-based. To qualify, applicants must be a son, daughter or dependent of a Teamster member in good standing. The deadline is May 1, 2025. Click here to apply.
James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund
ISTS, the administering firm for the James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund, has opened up the application system for the 2025 academic and vocational/training scholarships. The application system is completely on-line. Academic scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, will be awarded to high school seniors who are planning to attend a four-year college or university and who are sons, daughters or financial dependents of Teamster members. The vocational/training program awards are from $500 to $2,000 and are for use at community colleges or trade schools.
The deadline for all applications is March 1, 2025. Click here for more information.
For more information contact the Local Union office.