RTOERO’s post-secondary scholarships empower change for communities
May 27 2024 - 10:08AM
They’re aspiring rural physicians, nurse practitioners, health
researchers, environmental scientists and advocates, therapists and
more. Across Canada, 20 college and university students are getting
a boost in their quests to make a positive difference after
receiving an RTOERO scholarship.
Since 1968, RTOERO has
been a voice for education sector workers in their retirement. The
organization’s vision is a healthy, active future for every member
of the education community in Canada.
The annual scholarships
serve that objective and to date have awarded more than $600,000.
This year’s scholarships total $60,000.
Eligible students are
enrolled in programs that lead to careers related to seniors health
and well-being, education or environmental stewardship – or that
reflect a strong commitment to diversity, equity and
inclusion.
“With their passions and
pathways, these students will make an impact in many ways. What
they all share is a commitment to improving life in their
communities. The scholarship program is one way we give back and
help make that happen,” says Martha Foster, chair of the board for
RTOERO.
For nominations, RTOERO
members are encouraged to recommend students in their lives, from
their family or the community.
See attached press release for a full list of recipients.
RTOERO is a bilingual trusted voice on healthy, active living in
the retirement journey for the broader education community. With
84,000+ members in 51 districts across Canada, we are the largest
national provider of non-profit group health benefits for education
retirees. We welcome members who work in or are retired from the
early years, schools and school boards, post-secondary and any
other capacity in education. We believe in a better future,
together!
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- RTOERO’s post-secondary scholarships empower change for
communities
- RTOERO’s post-secondary scholarships empower change for
communities
Danielle Norris
RTOERO
4165247813
dnorris@rtoero.ca