Dwayne Whynot passed away suddenly on May 3, 2022. A dedicated employee of Conway Workshop for 22 years, Dwayne worked closely with clients in both the firewood and mill departments, forming strong and lasting connections.
He was a passionate advocate for workers’ rights, serving as a union representative with Local 16 and, at the time of his passing, held the position of Local President. In 2021, he was elected Vice President of NSUPE during their annual convention.
Dwayne’s legacy continues to resonate throughout Conway Workshop, where his presence is fondly remembered by both staff and clients. In June 2022, during the annual camp week, clients chose to honour his memory by proudly wearing commemorative shirts and taking part in a variety of meaningful and joyful activities dedicated to celebrating his life and impact.
The Nova Scotia Union of Public & Private Employees (NSUPE) will award six (6) bursaries of $1,000 each. Bursaries will be awarded based on a random draw that will take place at NSUPE’s biennial Convention.
To be eligible for a bursary, applicants must be a NSUPE member in good standing or the spouse or dependent of a NSUPE member in good standing.
Applicants will submit an essay (max 500 words) on “Why Unions are important”
There may only be one (1) winner per each NSUPE member.
Before receiving a bursary, winners will be required to:
- Provide proof of current enrollment at a post-secondary education program
- Consent to their names and photographs being used for promotional purposes on the NSUPE website and social media.
Applications can be emailed to NSUPE’s Office Administrator admin@nsupe.ca or mailed to the NSUPE office at 103 Thorne Ave., Dartmouth, NS, B3B 0A4.
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