CIU Scholarship Program – Laurel Randle Memorial Bursary

The Customs and Immigration Union (CIU) recognizes that escalating tuition costs are a barrier to post secondary education. CIU is proud to offer a yearly bursary of one thousand dollars ($1,000), which has been named the Laurel Randle Memorial Bursary. This bursary was created in Laurel’s memory in order to assist in offsetting the costs of attending post-secondary education.

Laurel Randle was a former member of the CIU National Board of Directors as well as a Labour Relations Officer working at the CIU National Office. She dedicated her professional life to union activism. Her focus on social justice, coupled with her unwavering support and tireless representation of CIU members had a profound effect on those who knew her. In recognition of all her contributions to union causes, CIU has ensured that Laurel’s name and legacy will live on through the Laurel Randle Memorial Bursary.

The application period for the 2025 Laurel Randle Memorial Bursary is now closed.

We wish to thank everyone who participated in this round. The application process for 2026 will open in the spring.

2025 recipient

Congratulations to Mia Novakovic, who has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Laurel Randle Memorial Bursary! Mia is the child of CIU member Francine Mwamba, from the Headquarters Branch. The winning essay demonstrated a definite understanding of Laurel’s values — dedication to social justice and union activism — and provided clear insight in an original and creative fashion. Well done, Mia!

In total, fourteen submissions were received prior to the July 31 deadline. Thank you to all who participated!