The Municipal Retirees Organization Ontario (MROO) awarded $113,000 in scholarships to 36 students across Ontario in 2024. These scholarships are designated for post-secondary students who are family members of MROO members, with awards distributed across MROO’s 9 Zones based on applicant numbers and criteria like leadership, volunteer experience, and community involvement.
In Zone 5, Belleville student Andrew Lupenette received $3,000 for his studies in Human Kinetics at St. Francis Xavier University. Jackie Forsey, Zone 5 Director, highlighted how these scholarships ease financial pressures, allowing students to focus on their education.
MROO also announced new scholarships starting in 2025 at McMaster University, supporting graduate students researching benefits for Canadian seniors. MROO President Keith Robicheau emphasized the organization’s commitment to supporting students and improving Canadians’ lives.
Written by Emily Chatwood