The Joyce Family Foundation Bursaries
Two $3,000 bursaries have been made possible by a generous donation from The Joyce Family Foundation, which is committed to providing access to education for youth who face significant financial barriers and who have demonstrated the ability to overcome obstacles and adversity.
These bursaries will be awarded annually to deserving undergraduate students entering Year One of the University Access Pathways program at YukonU. These awards may be renewed up to two times with good academic standing and active participation in the Peer to Peer Mentor program.
The Joyce Family Foundation is a private, family foundation created by Ronald V. Joyce (1930–2019). Ron Joyce is best known as the legendary Canadian behind the success of the Tim Hortons franchise. He stood with a strong work ethic and business acumen, and his passion for helping young Canadians reflects a deep-rooted sense of responsibility to give back to his community.
The Joyce Family Foundation is dedicated to supporting the social, economic and emotional well-being of children and youth by empowering them to develop into healthy, confident, independent contributors to Canadian society.
Eligibility
First-time student at Yukon University entering the University Access Pathways program
Be no more than 23 years of age on the first day of classes
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person from Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, or north of 55 parallel in Alberta or British Columbia
Requirements
Complete Entrance Award Application Form
Submit a letter, audio or visual file answering the following questions
- Which program do you wish to transition into?
- What challenges have you overcome to be here?
- How will your program of choice support your future hopes and aspirations?
Submit a community reference letter, audio, or visual file that speaks to your resilience in the face of adversity and your potential for success in your post-secondary studies.
- Suitable sources include education mentor/advisor, coach, First Nation Post-Secondary Education Coordinator, First Nation Council member, Elder, pastor current employer, a member of a community organization
Preference will be given to those ineligible to access other sources of funding.