Scholarship Opportunity for Students in Occupational Health and Safety Programs
HAMILTON, ON (November 10, 2006) - The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) is calling for entries for the 2006-07 Dick Martin Scholarship Award. This annual, national award is available to students enrolled in an occupational health and safety course or programme in an accredited college or university in Canada, leading to an occupational health and safety certificate, diploma or degree.
Established in 2002 by the CCOHS Council of Governors, The Dick Martin Scholarship Award was created in recognition of Mr. Martin’s valuable contribution to CCOHS as one of its governors; his powerful voice for the rights of workers; his commitment to securing justice for working men and women; and, promoting action to protect people’s environments inside and outside the workplace.
This year three, $3000 scholarships will be awarded. To apply for the award, post secondary students are invited to submit a 1000-1500 word essay on a topic that best describes their aspirations in the field of occupational health and safety. Entries will be judged on their knowledge of the subject matter, their understanding of the principles and values of Dick Martin, and their understanding of the role of CCOHS.
Entry deadline for the Dick Martin Scholarship Award is January 31, 2007.
More information about Dick Martin as well as full details about the Dick Martin Scholarship Award including the application form, are available on the CCOHS Website, www.ccohs.ca/scholarship/entries/.
For further information contact:
Eleanor Irwin
Manager of Communications
CCOHS
905.572.2981 X4408
eleanori@ccohs.ca
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