People can apply for an Ɂehdzo Got’ı̨nę Gots’ę́ Nákedı scholarship if they fit the following description:
Pursuing a college diploma or university degree or minimum of two-year certificate program in Environmental Studies, Native Studies, or a related field
Sahtú beneficiary or NWT resident who has completed the last two-years of high school in the Sahtú Settlement Area
Have a 70% (B-average) or higher in the last year of full-time study
Enrolled as a full-time student during tenure of the scholarship
Northwestel is excited to provide six scholarships in the amount of $4000.00 each to eligible applicants who are residents within our Northern British Columbia, Northern Alberta, Yukon, NWT, and Nunavut operating areas who are attending post-secondary schools in Commerce/Business or who are pursuing post-secondary education in Engineering, Electrical/Telecommunications, and Computer Sciences! Their goal is to award at least three scholarships to Indigenous students. The winners will be presented with a letter of offer guaranteeing them a position as a summer student for the upcoming summer.
To be eligible, applicants must be:
Enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies in a two-year diploma program or a four-year degree program with your major declared.
Pursuing an education in Engineering, Commerce/Business, Computer Science or Electrical/Telecommunications.
Northern resident – residing within Northwestel’s above-referenced Operating Areas.
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation leadership has established a scholarship program, for NWTMN members, to support their development through education and training. The program offers up to 21 scholarships annually with a total value of $15,750. They are available to high-school, trades, college and university students. Scholarship priority will be given to students who have not received a previous scholarship from the NWTMN. The Committee recognizes academic goals and achievements, career plans, contributions to ones’ community and financial need. Special consideration is provided to those students who demonstrate their interest in a respect for others by volunteering within their community.
Dehcho First Nations Memorial Awards & Scholarships were established in 1995 by the Dehcho First Nations Leadership. It was the vision then, and continues today, that Dehcho Dene descendants confidently pursue post-secondary education. The Dehcho First Nations’ goal is for Dehcho descendants to take advantage of post-secondary education and achieve equitable representation in post-secondary institutions.
These Memorial Awards and Scholarships provides support for advancement of Dehcho Dene. The goals for Dehcho descendants are self-reliance, self-determination and well-being. This goal is achieved by supporting the education and training of our Dehcho descendants in post-secondary education. It is the hope these individuals will come home to the Dehcho to help build capacity and lead our First Nation into a healthy future.
This award was established to honour Mitch Landry (Corbeau), a well-respected Elder of the Dehcho. Mitch was born in Fort Providence in 1930 and was raised traditionally in the Dehcho Territory. Mitch attended the Indian Residential School where he learned to speak French and English. Mitch served on various councils, boards and committees. In his political career, Mitch was very passionate about the land and the future of our youth. Mitch opened many meetings and gatherings with strong prayers. He held the highest regard for the land and respect for the Dene. $3,000 each will be awarded annually to two Dehcho Dene post-secondary students pursuing studies in Environment & Resource Management, Humanities/Social Sciences, Aboriginal Languages and/or Linguistics.
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.
Our ancestors make reference to, “As long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the rivers flow…” that this will be followed because this is what the creator and elders want. Marilyn did as they advised; she always used wise and knowledgeable judgment. During Marilyn’s life with us, she dedicated her time to promoting, preserving, and enhancing Treaty #8. ATG honours, acknowledges, and promotes the contributions of the late Marilyn Sanderson by providing one scholarship of $1,000 in her memory.
You must be a Treaty 8 member registered to one of the five (5) Dene First Nations of Deninu Kue, Lutsel K’e, Smith’s Landing, Yellowknives Dene (Dettah or Ndilo).
Enrolled in a post-secondary or a recognized college or institution and/or employed and require training within the Member First Nation in the field of business management, accounting,
Must return to your First Nation community for employment
Criteria:
Qualification by student academic performance
Attendance
Reference letters to prove motivation and enthusiasm
Interested applicants must submit the following:
Prepared title page
A two-page summary of their academic interests and achievements, extra-curricular interests, and career goals. (maximum 2 pages)
Two or more reference letters
A transcript of courses or a letter from the Registrar’s Office indicating current year enrollment status and program
Copy of Status Card (front and back) – If you do not have a valid card, a letter from your First Nation can be submitted.
Current phone number, mailing address and e-mail address so that you may be easily contacted, a letter from your First Nation can be submitted.
NWT Treaty 8 members from the Akaitcho Territory Government First Nations enrolled in a post-secondary university degree or a college certificate education program on a full-time basis are eligible to apply for the ten (10) scholarships in the amount of $1,000.
Applications will be assessed by a Scholarship Selection Committee and based upon:
Academic Merit – Scholarship Achievement
Financial Need – Budget Attached
Reference Letters
Essay
Type of educational level: Certificate, Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate
Location of College
Outlining Educational Funding Department
List other Financial Scholarships received in the current year
Interested applicants must submit the following:
A covering letter stating current address and phone number
A statement of intent (reason for attending school)
A letter from the Registrar’s Office indicating current year enrollment status and program
One or two letters of reference from Instructors or Professors (1st-year students can submit a character reference letter)
A brief essay/ report on the topic of Treaty 8 and/ or a member First Nation and how it relates to your goals and objectives (Maximum of 500 words/2 pages)
Copy of Status Card (front and back) – If you do not have a valid card, a letter from your First Nation can be submitted
Established in 2013 by Rio Tinto Diavik Diamond Mines Inc., this Fund was established to assist individuals pursuing a career in mining or resource development. Three scholarships of $2,000 each will be awarded provided suitable applicants are selected.
The first scholarship (Mining) will be available for students whose area of study has a focus on mining, mineral, geological, or geomatics engineering, and/or mining-related trades.
The second scholarship (Mining Support) will be available for students whose area of study has a focus on geology, environmental or earth sciences, communities, communications, finance or procurement.
The third scholarship (STEM) will be available for female students whose area of focus is in fields related to science, technology, engineering, or math.
To be eligible, applicants:
Must be NWT or West Kitikmeot students enrolled in or accepted to a college diploma or University degree in a mining or resource development program or trade certification in a related field. Preference may be given to Indigenous applicants; however non-Indigenous NWT and West Kitikmeot residents are encouraged to apply.
Indigenous persons are those who are descendants of Dene, Inuit or Metis people, indigenous to the present borders of the Northwest Territories and West Kitikmeot region of the Nunavut Territory.
Non-Indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories and West Kitikmeot region are considered to be residents if they have lived in those areas for at least 50% of their lives.
Are eligible to reapply for the scholarship in successive years; however previous receipt does not guarantee future awards.
For the mining, scholarship must be enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary course in mining or resource development or a trade-related field. Courses include, but are not limited to, Mine Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geomatics, Metallurgy, or a mining-related trade.
For the mining support scholarship must be enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary course in geology, environmental or earth sciences, communities, communications, finance, or procurement program with an interest in seeking employment in the mining sector.
For the STEM scholarship must be women enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary program that focuses on the sciences, technology, engineering, or math. Preference will be given to those with an interest in seeking employment in the mining sector after graduation.
In the event there are no suitable applicants for one of the scholarships, the selection committee may decide to recommend two awards in the same category.
For the mining support scholarship must be enrolled in or accepted to a post-secondary course in geology, environmental or earth sciences, communities, communications, finance, or procurement program with an interest in seeking employment in the mining sector.
Factors taken into consideration in reviewing grant applications from individuals include:
Academic achievement;
Community involvement, volunteering, and other activities; and
The factors outlined in the essay requirement below.
The scholarship may be awarded more than once to the same applicant, but prior receipt does not guarantee a future award.
The deadline for applications is May 15 of each year. Applications must include a written essay (maximum 200 words) on:
The benefit they will obtain from the scholarship,
Community involvement and contribution,
Willingness to be involved in promotional activities in relation to this scholarship,
Genuine desire to work in the mining and resource industry, and
How their chosen field is related to mining or resource development or a mining-related trade.
The recipient must provide proof of acceptance or conditional acceptance or proof of enrolment for that year in a recognized post-secondary institution or a recognized trades program. Indigenous status may be confirmed through acceptable government or Inuit, Dene, or Metis identification documents. A Proof of Residency (PDF 176kb) form must be submitted along with the application.
We respectfully acknowledge that Aurora College is situated on the traditional territories and homeland of the Dene, Inuvialuit, Métis and Cree peoples of the Northwest Territories. We are grateful to the many Indigenous peoples of the NWT for allowing us the opportunity to learn, work and live on their lands. We are also deeply grateful for the generous sharing of Indigenous Knowledge, wisdom and ways of knowing, being, doing and believing with our students and employees.
