This Fund is for 1-year residents of the Northwest Territories who self-identify with an Indigenous community pursuing post-secondary education in nursing (nurse practitioner, registered practical nurse, licensed practical nurse) or personal support work.
Available bursaries: 3 X $2,500
Deadline: September 30 — Value: $1000 per community serviced by NTPC
The NWT Power Corporation is dedicated to developing a skilled, committed and professional workforce and wants to encourage northern residents to further their education in order to develop a sustainable local workforce. The following bursary program is being offered to assist students with their post-secondary education in an effort to empower residents to attain their career aspirations.
A $1,000 bursary will be offered for post-secondary education in any field the Corporation employs. Preference will be given to those students furthering their education in fields the Corporation is having challenges recruiting. This bursary will be available to one student in every community the Corporation services or has a presence. It is open to all current post-secondary students who attended high school in the Northwest Territories.
Applicants must be enrolled in a field of study the Corporation employs, which may include, but is not limited to, the following:
In situations where more than one applicant per community has met the criteria for the bursary, the applicant enrolled in the field of study that is most challenging for the Corporation to recruit for will be given priority consideration.
The application deadline is September 30. Funds will be awarded via cheques mailed directly to the recipients or direct deposit.
Email questions or completed application packages to:
Deadline: June 30 & October 31 — Value: Various
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP, BURSARY, OR UPGRADING FUND students must be:
For more information, please go to: https://www.deline.ca/en/government/scholarship-and-bursary/ (opens in a new tab)
Value: $3000
Number Available: 2
Deadline: June 30th
This award was established to honour Mary Cazon, a well-respected Elder of the Dehcho. Mary was born in Fort Providence in 1939 and was raised in the Dehcho Territory. She lived a very traditional life and raised her children within the values of the Dene lifestyle. Her traditional knowledge expertise was comprised of tanning animal hides, medicinal remedies, and traditional sewing. Mary was passionate about instilling traditional knowledge and values to the new generations. She provided political advice to the Dehcho Leadership and had the highest priority for land protection as she believed that the land defines you as Dene. $3,000 each will be awarded annually to two Dehcho Dene post-secondary students pursuing studies in Environmental Sciences, Health & Wellness and/or Naturopathy.
For more information: https://dehcho.org/education-training/iset-scholarship-awards/#1467051205435-ddcc6c46-30bd
Value: TBA
Number Available: 1
Deadline: May 15th
Established in 2010 in memory of Jonas Konge, the Jonas Konge Memorial Fund was established to:
Applications for the scholarship are open to individuals resident in Yellowknife (first priority) and other Northwest Territories communities for at least five years. To be eligible, an individual must be entering their second or subsequent year of post-secondary studies in medicine or nursing at a recognized College or University and be planning to practice in the Northwest Territories after they graduate. First priority will be given to applicants from Yellowknife and those studying Pediatrics or Neonatal care.
The deadline for applications is May 15 of each year. Applications must include a written essay of a maximum of 500 words on:
Applications must also include:
Submit completed applications to Yellowknife Community Foundation: https://www.ykcf.ca/home/scholarships/jonas-konge-memorial-fund/
Value: TBA
Number Available: 1
Deadline: May 15th
Established in memory of Elaine (Sweet) Whitford, the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund was established to support Northwest Territories (NWT) residents pursuing post-secondary studies in social work or nursing. Applications for the scholarship are open to individuals resident in the Northwest Territories for at least two years. To be eligible, an individual must be entering their second or subsequent year of post-secondary studies in social work or nursing at a recognized College or University.
Factors taken into consideration in reviewing grant applications from individuals include:
First priority will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry who have lived in the Northwest Territories for at least one-half of their lives; second priority will be given to other individuals who have lived in the Northwest Territories for at least one-half of their lives.
The deadline for applications is May 15 of each year. Applications must include a written essay of at least 500 words on why they are applying for the grant. Applications must also include written confirmation of acceptance in the second year of post-secondary studies in social work and nursing and documentation confirming residency. A Proof of Residency (opens in a new tab) (PDF 176kb) form must be submitted along with the application.
Submit completed applications to Yellowknife Community Foundation: https://www.ykcf.ca/home/scholarships/elaine-sweet-whitford-scholarship-fund/
Value: TBA
Number Available: 1
Deadline: May 15th
Established in by 2020 Rob Butler and Tannis Hushagen, the Butler-Hushagen Health Education Fund was established to support Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon residents pursuing post-secondary studies in a health-related field.
Prerequisites Applications for the scholarship are open to individuals who are a resident of the Northwest Territories, Nunavut or Yukon for a minimum of two years. To be eligible, an individual must be registered to attend a University, College or Technical Institute (e.g. SAIT) or an accredited program leading to a Degree or Diploma in a health-related field and planning on returning to the North after studies are complete.
Applications The deadline for applications is May 15 of each year. Applications must include a written essay of a maximum of 500 words on:
Applications must also include:
Submit completed applications to Yellowknife Community Foundation: https://www.ykcf.ca/home/scholarships/butler-hushagen-health-education-fund/
Value: $500
Number Available: 1
Deadline: Awarded at Convocation
This award recognizes the outstanding achievements of an individual currently enrolled in the Aurora College School of Health and Human Services. The award recipient will first be nominated from the Personal Support Worker Program in Yellowknife. If the Personal Support Worker program is not offered in Yellowknife, then the recipient will be nominated from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
This award is named for the late employee of AVENS who was an ideal Care Aide, was well respected by all, and was an asset to the organization. This award seeks to recognize an individual who:
• Has a good attendance record
• Has completed the program in good standing
• Has high professional standards
• Is caring and understanding
• Demonstrates good listening skills
• Demonstrates teamwork and is able to work with others
• Has a good work ethic
• Is punctual
• Is sincere
• Demonstrates selflessness and a willingness to help others
• Is a “friend to all
This award is by nomination. There is no application process.