RTAM 2017 Award Winners

Peggy Prendergast, Chair, Wellness and Educational Advocacy Committee

RTAM is pleased to congratulate the following winners and their sponsors for 2017:

RTAM established an endowment fund with The Winnipeg Foundation in 2013 with an initial contribution of $50,000. This fund provides support for four $600.00 awards each year to a Grade 12 graduate who is: sponsored by a relative who is an RTAM member, involved in school and community activities, and enrolled in some form of post-secondary education. There were 36 award applications submitted again this year. The selection committee strongly agreed there should be a fifth award this year. The RTAM Board concurred.

As retired teachers, we place a strong value on education. Growing the RTAM Endowment Fund at the Foundation would allow us to enlarge the size of the award available to each student to at least $1000, and, possibly expand the support for young people in their studies to include post graduate students and students already enrolled in post-secondary education. Compounding

Jane Harkness Madison Lambert Katlaina McEwen-McMillan Julia Miles Jack Osiowy

Award Winner

Jane Harkness

Location

Virden

Sponsor

Relationship

David Harkness Uncle Madison Lambert Portage la Prairie Linda M. Green Grandmother Katlaina McEwen-McMillan Winnipeg Eleanor McMillan Grandmother Julia Miles Winnipeg Salvatore Scaletta Grandfather Jack Osiowy Winnipeg Doreen Poersch Grandmother

is working well so far with the fund which on December 31, 2016, had a market value of $63,325.03.

On a personal note, I received two scholarships when I was entering university 70 years ago because one of the conditions on applying was that I be a child of a veteran. As much as the money was appreciated at the time so was the support I received in self-confidence. It was a young high school chemistry teacher who was a veteran himself who insisted I apply for these scholarships. As a result of my actions and in receiving these awards, my father's service in the army was recognized in a way that was a delight to him and my dreams of a University education were realized. It became a family dream come true. I know it has the same effect in the RTAM families that participate in this program, Any RTAM member will be delighted they could support and help a student in their family. It

also follows the "Pay it Forward" philosophy of living. Who better than retired teachers know the benefits of education? What a legacy we will leave! Help grow the Retired Teachers of Manitoba Endowment Fund, held with The Winnipeg Foundation. Gifts can be made through The Foundation by phone, mail or internet. The Winnipeg Foundation is the registered charity through CRA and through the Winnipeg Foundation gifts to the fund are eligible for tax receipts. A bequest in your will or a memorial contribution as part of your funeral arrangements are suggestions for your consideration as is a donation as part of your annual charity giving.

Because an endowment fund lasts forever, a bequest to the Retired Teachers’ Endowment Fund through The Winnipeg Foundation is a powerful choice for supporting your community for generations to come, specifically helping young people realizing their dreams in attending post-secondary education. Everyone has their own reasons for planning a gift. Whether you want to create a legacy, generate tax savings or organize your estate, we are happy to work with you. If you need more information or already know exactly how you want to make a difference, please contact Jennifer Aarhus, at The Winnipeg Foundation at 204-944-9474 ext 259 or at donorservices@wpgfdn.org.

POST-SECONDARY PLANS

Jane Harkness

"For my future plans, my aspiration after completing my bachelors is to pursue a Master’s Degree in Museum Studies, and possibly a PhD in either History or Museum Studies to fulfill my dream of becoming a museum curator."

Madison Lambert

"I am currently enrolled in my first year of post-secondary at Brandon University. I am pursuing a 4 year Bachelor of Science degree, with a major in Mathematics, and a double minor in Chemistry and Psychology. Upon completion of my Bachelor’s degree, I will then be pursuing my Bachelor of Education. Through my Bachelor of Education, I hope to fulfill my dream of becoming a high school educator."

Katlaina McEwen-McMillan

"My goal after high school is to pursue an Arts degree at the Université de Saint Boniface. I hope to major in either Psychology or English and minor in French and continue on to become an educator. I also hope to travel abroad for a semester to learn about different cultures in the upcoming years."

Julia Miles

"I am currently enrolled in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Ottawa and am studying Environmental Studies. I am also working as a page in the House of Commons. After my year as a page, I plan on transferring to the Faculty of Science and hope to study Biomedical Science."

Jack Osiowy

"I am currently enrolled in first year (Direct Entry) Engineering at the University of Manitoba. I plan to go into Electrical Engineering next year." ¡

DID YOU KNOW

• Since 1989, RTAM has been a strong voice for retired teachers. • RTAM is a voluntary independent organization. • The provincial organization and the local chapters work together serving retired teachers and advocating for their interests and welfare. • There are 18 RTAM Chapters in

Manitoba, one in Alberta and two in British Columbia. • Full or associate membership in

RTAM is available. • Application forms can be obtained from TRAF, the RTAM office or the website, www.rtam.mb.ca. • Membership fees are deducted monthly from TRAF pensions or paid annually for members who are not in receipt of a TRAF pension. • RTAM has over 9,700 members. • RTAM membership provides access to Optional Group Benefit

Plans such as Travel, Dental,

Extended Health etc. • If you would like to find a Chapter in your area, contact the RTAM office at 204-889-3660, 1-888393-8082 (toll-free) or visit the website www.rtam.mb.ca. RTAM Presents

PRE-RETIREMENT SEMINARS

“Retirement from a Retired Teacher’s Perspective”

Are you contemplating retiring in the next 5 years? Retirees talk about finances, benefits and lifestyle change.

For Winnipeg and surrounding area:

Saturday, February 24, 2018

1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Holiday Inn Airport West 2520 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB TO REGISTER, call the RTAM office at 204-889-3660, toll-free 1-888-393-8082, or email office@rtam.mb.ca with your full name, address, phone number, school division/school and name of your guest (if applicable).

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

February 14, 2018

For Westman and surrounding area:

Saturday, March 17, 2018

1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Central Community Centre 529 – 4th Street, Brandon, MB Please call Ray Sitter to register at 204-725-1745