CUPE Local 3905 Bursary

Lakehead University

$449.00 for members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 3905 in graduate studies.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$449

Deadline

Feb 2, 2027

Level

Graduate

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What you will need

Completed General Application via Lakehead University's awards portal
Membership in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 3905
Financial need

About this award

You get $449.00. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are a member of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE — the national union representing public sector workers) Local 3905 who has demonstrated financial need. You must apply by February 2, 2027. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. The CUPE Executive chooses the recipient and forwards their selection to the Office of Graduate Studies. Ask Lakehead University how many students usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask Lakehead University during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Lakehead University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be a member of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE — the national union representing public sector workers) Local 3905. You must be enrolled in Graduate Studies and meet the criteria for financial need.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Open to graduate students

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

Financial NeedAvoid giving vague descriptions of your budget. Instead, provide a clear breakdown of your monthly expenses and income. List your specific gaps in funding to show why you need this $449.00.
SupportAvoid relying solely on the automated system. Instead, connect with your local CUPE representative to ensure your membership status is current and recognized.
StrategyAvoid leaving your General Application incomplete. Since you are automatically considered based on that form, double-check that every section is finished before the February 2 deadline.
RealismAvoid treating this as a guaranteed fund. Because it is based on financial need and selected by a union executive, it is likely very competitive among members.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on February 2, 2027. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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