Our Financial Awards program can help you reach your educational goals.
Yukon University and our generous donors understand the value of an education, so we supply a variety of awards to help you support your educational and living costs.
Awards can be based on academic or personal achievement, or financial need, along with other specialized criteria. All applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0.
How to apply
Click on each award below to see whether you are eligible to apply and what documents you need to submit.
You need fill out the following two documents once, no matter how many awards to which you are applying:
Please read the information on additional award requirements carefully.
Applications can be submitted in person at the Office of the Registrar, Ayamdigut Campus or by email.
Deadlines
Yukon University Entrance & Joyce Family Foundation Awards open on March 1st and must be submitted by May 15th
Fall Term Awards open on August 1st and must be submitted by October 3rd
Winter Term Awards open on December 1st and must be submitted by January 31st
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
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George & Bell Consulting wishes to make $2,000 available to Yukon University students registered in a Capstone course within the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Governance programs. The amount awarded to each recipient will depend on the number of applications received and selected by the Student Award Capstone Subcommittee. Donor
Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
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Variable, up to $2,000
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This $300 bursary is available to assist a second-year, physically-disabled student at Yukon University with their education costs. Students studying in a health-related program will also be considered. Donor
Born in Victoria, BC in 1912, Mrs. Donald moved to Whitehorse in 1976 following brain surgery that left her without the use of her right arm, limited use of her right leg, and a severe speech impediment. She was well known for her production of hooked wall hangings, which she would craft with her non-dominant hand. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: Priority will be given to physically-disabled applicants. Application deadline
Amount
$300
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This $500 award was established in 2016 by the friends of Audrey McLaughlin in honour of her 80th birthday. Donor
![]() Born in Ontario, Audrey McLaughlin was executive director of the Canadian Mental Health Association and a social worker in Toronto prior to moving to Whitehorse in 1979. In Yukon, Audrey opened a consulting business, working on projects such as child welfare legislation and research on land claims and aboriginal self-government. In 1987, Audrey was recruited to run for the New Democratic Party nomination which she won, going on to win the federal by·election later that year. The first New Democratic Party MP ever elected in Yukon, Audrey distinguished herself in the House. She was chosen Party Leader two years later - the first woman to lead a national political party in Canada. Audrey remained party leader until 1995 and represented Yukon as Member of Parliament until 1997. Audrey holds a Masters of Social Work from the University of Toronto and honourary doctorates from the Universities of Toronto, Guelph and Northern British Columbia. An Officer of the Order of Canada, Audrey continues to be an active community volunteer and a strong advocate for democracy, peace and public service at home and in developing nations throughout the world. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
NOTE: Preference will be given to applicants who are returning after an absence of at least one year from educational studies. Second priority will be given to applicants whose community service and career goals reflect Audrey's passion for democracy and/or public service. Application deadline
Amount
$500
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See the NOTE below for award availability. Dr. Gary Fulcher wishes to make a $1,000 award available to an Indigenous student in Yukon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Governance program. Donor
![]() Gary Fulcher moved with his family to the Yukon when he was a teenager and completed most of his secondary education at Whitehorse High School. Even after his family moved “back east” to Ottawa, Gary returned to the North to work at the Stewart Cassiar Asbestos Mine for three summers. Gary’s fondness of the Yukon and the North shines through every time he speaks of the territory, the people he knew there and the adventures he shared with them. He highlights that a notable portion of his Yukon memories came from the respect, care and humour that he enjoyed from his Indigenous classmates and friends even though residential schools were in full operation at that time. Gary understands first-hand the challenges that Indigenous youth face as they must leave their families, communities and way of life to pursue post-secondary education. He hopes that his award will assist a young Indigenous learner to embark of a journey of higher learning, skill development and commitment to the future. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: As long as the Winter 2024 recipient continues to demonstrate financial need and remains registered in his/her/their program on a full-time basis in good academic standing, this award will be automatically renewed in the 2025 and 2026 Winter semesters. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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This $500 bursary is designed to support a grade 12 student from St. Elias Community School in Haines Junction, or a St. Elias Community School student returning to educational pursuits after an absence of at least one year. Donor
For more information, contact the Haines Junction Campus Committee by phone at 867 634 8800. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$500
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This $500 award recognizes the courage of students in academic upgrading classes who often overcome many obstacles to return to the classroom. Donor
This award was established by the former Developmental Studies Division of Yukon College in 1995 at the time of Hazel Fekete’s retirement in order to recognize her commitment from 1964 as an instructor, and later as dean, to the students in academic upgrading classes. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$500
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Yukon University would like to provide two $500 awards to International Students. Donor
Yukon University is a publicly funded university, providing a wide range of programs to local and international students. The University has earned a reputation for quality instruction and small class sizes, providing students with an outstanding educational experience. Yukon University's programming meets the needs of students and communities in the Yukon, and beyond. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
2 x $500
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JDS Energy and Mining Inc. would like to invest in Yukon's next generation by making a $1,000 bursary available to a student enrolled in the Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining or in the Earth Sciences program who has the intent on entering the mining industry and/or entering the field of mining engineering. Donor
Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Sarah Locke wishes to make a $1,000 scholarship available to a full-time student in Yukon University’s Renewable Resources Management, Northern Science (Environmental and Conservation Sciences or General stream) or Earth Sciences diploma programs, as well as the B.Sc. in Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences degree program. Donor
![]() While Juri Peepre’s love for nature was nurtured in Ontario, as soon as he had earned his BA, he headed west in search of wilder places. His dream job that first summer — mapping little known rivers in northern British Columbia as part of Parks Canada’s Wild Rivers Survey — confirmed his love for wild waters as well. He spent many summers exploring rivers in the Northwest Territories but it was after moving to the Yukon in 1987 that he found the landscape that inspired him above all — the Peel watershed. His innovative campaign efforts to show others the wonders of this remote region culminated with the Three Rivers Project — a multi-week journey with artists, writers, photographers and First Nations people down the Wind, Snake and Bonnet Plume rivers. The end result was a book and a travelling art exhibition. Juri recognized and worked on conservation opportunities around the Yukon. He would be honoured to know that he is helping young Yukoners learn more about the magnificent region in which they live, and ways that they can help protect and manage it for the future. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$1,000
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The family and friends of Kristy Burgess wish to make a $1,000 award available to students in Yukon University’s Bachelor of Social Work program. Donor
Kristy moved with her family to the Yukon from British Columbia when she was a young child and spent her elementary school years in Teslin. Upon graduating high school in Whitehorse, she travelled throughout South America and Asia. Witnessing the lives of the underprivileged in these countries inspired her to pursue a career in social work. Kristy was a good listener, caring and a natural social worker. Her practicum in Dawson City inspired her to work in other communities around the Yukon. After she graduated in 2013, she opted for positions in Watson Lake and Carmacks, and later as a youth probation officer in Whitehorse. In addition to her day job, Kristy was passionate about yoga. In 2019 she went to India to become a yoga instructor. She dreamed of teaching yoga and before her passing she had begun teaching yoga to high school students and teachers. She was tiny in stature but large in heart: more curious than judgmental, with a desire to fight for what is right. Kristy believed in the power of restorative justice and was preparing to do her Master’s degree in Social Work shortly before she passed away. Kristy lived by her values and wanted to make the world a better place. Family and friends, forever impacted by her wisdom and compassion, often ask themselves, “WWKS - What would Kristy say?” Their hearts tell them that she would encourage us all to do what feels right and care for each other. Kristy’s family and friends have established an endowment in her memory to support students seeking a career in Social Work. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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The Lake Laberge Lions Club would like to provide two $500 awards to students in financial need who are enrolled full-time in a pre-apprentice program. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: If no eligible pre-apprentice applicants, other applicants from pre-employment programs might be considered. Preference given to those with at least one year of attendance at a Yukon high school. Application deadline
Amount
2 x $500
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Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel wishes to make a $1000 award available to students registered in one of https://www.ibm.com/design/thinking/’s Indigenous Self-determination programs. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$1,000
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This $500 award is provided to support students taking Yukon University’s Early Learning and Child Care program. It was made available by the F.H. Collins Mary Ellen Whyard Committee and by a fund created in memory of her father, Jim Whyard. Donor
![]() Mary Ellen Whyard was born in Yellowknife in 1946 and came to Whitehorse in 1954 when her father was transferred by the federal government. She attended Whitehorse Public School and F.H. Collins Secondary before going to the Fairbanks Campus of the University of Alaska. She decided to train to be a Nanny, but discovered such training was not available in Canada. So, with the help of a neighbour who was from New Zealand, she moved to Dunedin, South Island, New Zealand to pursue Karitane (pronounced care-it-tawnee) Nursing training which focuses on caring for infants born with special physical needs. After completing her two-year program, Mary Ellen became a Nanny for a family with two such children in Vancouver, B.C. ![]() In 1967, she returned to Whitehorse, working at the Skookum Jim Friendship Centre and in other childcare/kindergarten positions. She passed away in Truro, Nova Scotia, at the age of 46.
Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$500
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Native Northwest is pleased to support Indigenous students at Yukon University with a $500 award. Donor
Native Northwest is committed to building everyday connection to Indigenous cultures through authentic art. The company’s lifelong relationship with each artist is built on a foundation of respect and authenticity, ensuring that each artist is honoured and able to tell the stories of their communities and cultures through their distinct designs.
Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: Applicants are welcome to reach out to the First Nation Students Navigators and/or the Elders on Campus for guidance and advice on submitting an application for this award. Application deadline
Amount
$500
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Established in 1983, the bi-annual North American Caribou Workshop brings together researchers, managers and stakeholders to discuss caribou conservation and management, and provides an opportunity for people to learn what’s happening with caribou in many different regions. The organizing committee of the 15th workshop, held in Whitehorse in 2014, established this award for an aspiring Yukon caribou researcher. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Paul and Helen Flaherty offer six bursaries in support of students enrolled in the University Access Pathways program and courses, planning to pursue post-secondary education at Yukon University. Paul and Helen hoped that these bursaries would help students access private tutoring, internet connectivity, a laptop computer and training, textbooks, supports to aid in recovery from a traumatic experience, and unexpected circumstances that threaten a student's ability to remain enrolled. To access this award: #1: Students hoping to access these bursaries must submit their application to the Financial Aid Advisor by January 31, 2024. #2: Faculty of the School of Academic Skill and Development or the Academic Support Centre may also submit nominations to the Financial Aid Advisor by January 31, 2024. Nominations must be completed in collaboration with their student nominee as proof of Yukon residency and a budget sheet form part of the nomination package. Donor
Paul always encouraged the pursuit of education at all levels and the healthy competition found in sport. His interests culminated into his roles as the Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College for six years and the Canada Games Board of Governors for eleven years. Paul also had an extreme love for the north and discovered it thoroughly by foot, raft, canoe, snowmobile, air and dogsled. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
2 x $500
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Rotary Club of Whitehorse wishes to make a $500 award available to a full-time Yukon University student in the Bachelor of Social Work program. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$500
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Respect. Responsibility. Accountability. Integrity. These high standards live in the heart of a leader and drive the transformation of a vision into action. Education provides the opportunities to develop these leadership qualities, as well as foster and adopt many more. Knowledge is most powerful when it is shared. One of the goals of this award is to foster the sharing of the knowledge garnered during studies at Yukon University with other citizens of the Selkirk First Nation. Donor
Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: This award may be renewed up to two times without subsequent application as long as the Winter 2022 recipient remains in good academic standing (minimum GPA of 2.0) throughout their program of study. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Alkan Air would like to make a $1,000 bursary available to a full-time student in Yukon University's Aviation Management Diploma Program, in memory of Shawn Kitchen. Donor
![]() Photo credit: The Kitchen Family Shawn Kitchen was a lifelong Yukoner with a true passion for life. He approached his career in aviation with the right balance of enthusiasm, drive, passion and intelligence. Everyone who came into contact with Shawn felt welcomed and supported by him. Shawn also traveled widely and committed his time to mentor youth as a volunteer leader for Scouts Canada. The Alkan Air family hopes this scholarship helps you achieve your aviation dreams. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Stantec is pleased to support students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Governance or the First Nations Governance and Public Administration programs with a $1,000 award. Donor
Stantec prioritizes support for higher education. We aim to make a difference in the places where we live and where we work. Through donations, sponsorships and volunteering, Stantec employees connect with communities and help strengthen them in meaningful ways. Stantec's business objective is to be a top 10 global design firm. We do this by focusing on what we do best - providing architectural, engineering and environmental services that solve tough challenges and make communities stronger. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
NOTE: The essay is the short statement (2-3 paragraphs) describing how your creative piece responds to the questions. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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As part of their commitment to Yukon and Yukoners, Whitehorse Motors would like to provide a $1,000 award to a Yukon student enrolled full-time in a visual arts program at Yukon University. Donor
Whitehorse Motors is the official Ford Dealership serving Whitehorse and area. They are locally owned and operated and are active sponsors and volunteers in the community. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
NOTE: If no eligible Yukon students, other applicants may be considered upon consultation with Whitehorse Motors. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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The Yukon Fish and Game Association (YFGA) would like to provide a $500 award to a student in one of the following Yukon University programs: Renewable Resources Management diploma; Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences degree, Northern Outdoor and Environmental Studies diploma; or the Northern Science diploma. Donor
YFGA exists for the purpose of educating the public on participating in the environment in a responsible manner, specifically: better wildlife management; improving wildlife habitat; and promoting sportsmanship. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
NOTE: Students with a passion for conservation will be given priority. Application deadline
Amount
$500
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The Yukon School of Visual Arts (SOVA) has established a $1,000 award for a full-time student in Yukon University's Visual Arts Program. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$1,000
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George & Bell Consulting wishes to make $2,000 available to Yukon University students registered in a Capstone course within the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Governance programs. The amount awarded to each recipient will depend on the number of applications received and selected by the Student Award Capstone Subcommittee. Donor
Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
Variable, up to $2,000
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The family of Aron Senkpiel has made this $1,000 award available in his memory. Donor
![]() Photo: Nancy McLeod, UP HERE Magazine, May/June 1988 Aron Senkpiel, a dean of Yukon College from 1982 to 1992, was passionate about the North and initiated the Northern Studies program. During his time, and largely due to his efforts, the territorial government awarded Yukon College with a one million dollar endowment fund to support northern and Yukon research. He also oversaw the development of the Renewable Resources Management program, the Bachelor of Social Work program, and Women's Studies. He also worked to introduce the Masters of Education and Masters of Public Administration in collaboration with Simon Fraser University and the University of Alaska Southeast respectively. Aron's vision of a 'higher education in the North, for the North, and by the North' is now a reality. ![]()
Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$1,000
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The Yukon University Student Union wishes to make a $250 bursary available to a Yukon First Nation student in the trades, with demonstrated financial need. Donor
Dylan Alexis was a twenty-four year old carpentry student, from Kwanlin Dün First Nation, Crow Clan. He was also father to a three and a half month old son when he suddenly passed away. He was determined to work as a carpenter and learn as much as he could about the trade. He was incredibly excited about starting his new career and he was a meticulous craftsperson. This bursary was established in his memory. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: Preference will be given to applicants whose identity and situation are similar to Dylan's. Application deadline
Amount
$250
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EDI would like to provide a $1,000 award to a second year Yukon University student in the Renewable Resources Management, Northern Science, Northern Science (Environment and Conservation Sciences stream) or Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences programs. Donor
Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$1,000
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The purpose of this scholarship, valued at $2,000 (to a maximum of $8,000), is to assist a student beginning his/her/their studies in an undergraduate degree program at Yukon University. This award will begin in the fall of 2023 and will be available for up to four years. Donor
The VK to C in 50 Scholarships were established by an anonymous donor to mark his 50th anniversary in Canada. Arriving here as a refugee, he benefited from Canada’s educational system and went on to become a world-class nation builder. Turning to philanthropy in his retirement, he has offered scholarships in every province and territory to mark this special occasion, and to thank Canada for the opportunities it has afforded him. VK is Velke Kapusany, Slovakia, the donor’s birthplace, while C signifies Canada. The Ottawa Community Foundation is pleased to facilitate this act of generosity from coast to coast to coast. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$2,000
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The 8th International Congress on Circumpolar Health is honoured to make this $400 award available in memory of Dr. George Walker. Donor
The International Congress on Circumpolar Health gatherings are held every three years in a different location in the circumpolar region. The Congress is the largest scientific meeting on circumpolar health worldwide . The 8th International Congress on Circumpolar Health was held from May 20-25, 1990 in Whitehorse, Yukon with 1,000 delegates in attendance. This Congress focused on the concerns of health-care delivery in a high-cost region. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$400
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In recognition of the valuable contributions students make to their community when volunteering their time, Rolf and Margaret Hougen would like to provide a $500 award to a Yukon University student enrolled in the second year of the Business Administration Diploma program. Donor
Rolf and Margaret Hougen have been pillars of the North for their entire adult lives. In a book documenting their history, they provided advice to their own grandchildren and would like to share this advice with applicants for the scholarship: Education is important and will give you an excellent foundation for all of your endeavours in the years ahead. Build yourself into a person of integrity and trustworthiness, and ensure you have a reputation for honesty. Seek advice from those around you but in the end make up your own mind. When starting out in your career, be prepared to live simply until you can reduce your debts and are successful enough to afford some luxuries. Rolf was the founder of many Yukon community organizations, including: the Young People’s Association, the first Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous event, and the Yukon Foundation. Nationally, Rolf chaired the Canadian Chamber of Commerce and co-founded the satellite delivery network Cancom, the first company in the world to provide a unique system to deliver radio and television to remote and underserved regions of Canada. Rolf is also a recipient of the Order of Canada. To this day, both Rolf and Margaret remain committed contributors to the arts community in the Yukon and to the preservation of the territory’s unique heritage. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$500
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The Bennet Family Foundation would like to make a $400 bursary available to a student with demonstrated financial need in the Berton’s name. Donor
Pierre Berton was the chancellor at Yukon College from 1989 to 1993. He was born in Whitehorse, Yukon in 1920. Pierre was the son of a gold-seeker and worked in the Klondike mining camps during his university years. He went on to become an editor and columnist at newspapers and magazines, a television personality and an author. Pierre is now among Canada's most well-known authors with 50 published books, many of which are considered Canadian classics. He is a Companion of the Order of Canada and was inducted into Canada's Hall of Fame in 1998. Pierre passed away in 2004 in Toronto, Ontario after publishing his last book entitled, Pioneers of the North, which was a collection of biographical sketches on five of Canada's northern explorers. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$400
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JT Ritter wishes to make an annual bursary of $1,000 available in recognition of the difficulties of returning to school following an absence from educational pursuits. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
NOTE: Students may receive this award twice; however, preference goes to those who have not received it in the past. The award may be split and given to two applicants. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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![]() Yukon Archives, Van Bibber family fonds, 79/2, #2. Kathleen (Van Bibber) Thorpe was a lovely woman who lived an amazing life on the land, raised with a big family at Mica Creek, the Pelly, Yukon, Tay and MacMillan Rivers, Ta’Tla Mun Lake and the Ddhaw Grho mountain area. Her moccasins were high demand, and she also loved to paint. She had the best photo albums and journals, and her cozy house was full of paintings and old photos. At the time of her death on May 30, 2016, she was the oldest member of the Selkirk First Nation. ![]() Kathleen spent most of her life volunteering for the community of Pelly, working in the school teaching sewing and providing support to numerous students and family members. Kathleen’s dedication to and support of Selkirk youth was, and continues to be, inspirational.
Donor
Dan Sanford and Jeff Glaicar, Glaicar Sanford Wealth Partners of RBC Dominion Securities, would like to make a $1000 award available to a Selkirk First Nation student, in Kathleen Thorpe’s name. The purpose of this award is to assist this student with expenses over the course of his/her studies at Yukon University to a maximum of two years. Eligibility
Requirements
This bursary may be renewed one time without subsequent application as long as the Fall 2021 recipient remains in good academic standing (minimum GPA of 2.0) throughout their program of study. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Jack Kobayashi and Antonio Zedda, principals of kobayashi+zedda architects ltd. (KZA), together with their partner firm 360˚ Design Build, are pleased to offer a $1,500 bursary to women studying full-time in the Trades at Yukon University. Donor
Deeply involved in the transformation of downtown Whitehorse into a vibrant living and working community. KZA and 360˚ Design Build believe in a compact, pedestrian-friendly environment, where building design is a reflection of the conditions unique to this part of the world. They also believe that a gender balance in the construction trades, reflective of the general population, supports effective building projects. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: Preference will be given to female applicants who have been in the Yukon for two years or longer. Second priority will go to female applicants who have resided in the Yukon for less than two years. If there are no female applicants, the Chair of Yukon University's trades program will nominate the trades student demonstrating the highest academic merit. Application deadline
Amount
$1,500
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The family and friends of Kristy Burgess wish to make a $1,000 award available to students in Yukon University’s Bachelor of Social Work program. Donor
Kristy moved with her family to the Yukon from British Columbia when she was a young child and spent her elementary school years in Teslin. Upon graduating high school in Whitehorse, she travelled throughout South America and Asia. Witnessing the lives of the underprivileged in these countries inspired her to pursue a career in social work. Kristy was a good listener, caring and a natural social worker. Her practicum in Dawson City inspired her to work in other communities around the Yukon. After she graduated in 2013, she opted for positions in Watson Lake and Carmacks, and later as a youth probation officer in Whitehorse. In addition to her day job, Kristy was passionate about yoga. In 2019 she went to India to become a yoga instructor. She dreamed of teaching yoga and before her passing she had begun teaching yoga to high school students and teachers. She was tiny in stature but large in heart: more curious than judgmental, with a desire to fight for what is right. Kristy believed in the power of restorative justice and was preparing to do her Master’s degree in Social Work shortly before she passed away. Kristy lived by her values and wanted to make the world a better place. Family and friends, forever impacted by her wisdom and compassion, often ask themselves, “WWKS - What would Kristy say?” Their hearts tell them that she would encourage us all to do what feels right and care for each other. Kristy’s family and friends have established an endowment in her memory to support students seeking a career in Social Work. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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The family of Lorene Robertson has created a $2,000 award for a Yukon University student who is enrolled in University Access Pathways courses. Donor
![]() Photo credit: archbould.com Lorene grew up in the suburbs of Vancouver but always dreamed of living near the wilderness in the North. She moved to Whitehorse at age 33 in 1988 where she was able to pursue her twin passions of paddling Yukon rivers and riding her horse in dressage competitions or with her partner Hugh Monaghan in the hills above Lake Laberge. Lorene was a creative and engaging English teacher for over 25 years teaching primarily in our Adult Basic Education program. She was an excellent writer, editor and mentor and particularly loved teaching and writing poetry. She also developed curriculum for the Northern Institute of Social Justice. She received two awards – one in 1995 for her innovative teaching and one in 2014 for her many contributions to the institution. She was particularly proud of establishing our Writing Centre where students could receive individual mentoring to improve their writing. She passed away in August 2014 due to a tragic fall from her much-loved horse. This writing award in Lorene’s name hopes to continue her legacy of inspiring others to find their voice and tell their stories especially about their experience of living in the North. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$2,000
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Native Northwest is pleased to support Indigenous students at Yukon University with a $500 award. Donor
Native Northwest is committed to building everyday connection to Indigenous cultures through authentic art. The company's lifelong relationship with each artist (whose art is featured on Native Northwest's products) is built on a foundation of respect and authenticity, ensuring that each artist is honoured and able to tell the stories of their communities and cultures through their distinct designs.
Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: You are welcome to reach out to the First Nation Student Navigators and/or the Elders on Campus for guidance and advice on submitting your application for this award. Application deadline
Amount
$500
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Paul and Helen Flaherty offer six bursaries in support of students enrolled in the University Access Pathways program and courses, planning to pursue post-secondary education at Yukon University. Paul and Helen hoped that these bursaries would help students access private tutoring, internet connectivity, a laptop computer and training, textbooks, supports to aid in recovery from a traumatic experience, and unexpected circumstances that threaten a student's ability to remain enrolled. To access this award: #1: Students hoping to access these bursaries must submit their application to the Financial Aid Advisor by October 3, 2023. #2: Faculty of the School of Academic Skill and Development or the Academic Support Centre may also submit nominations to the Financial Aid Advisor by October 3, 2023. Nominations must be completed in collaboration with their student nominee as proof of Yukon residency and a budget sheet form part of the nomination package. Donor
Paul always encouraged the pursuit of education at all levels and the healthy competition found in sport. His interests culminated into his roles as the Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College for six years and the Canada Games Board of Governors for eleven years. Paul also had an extreme love for the north and discovered it thoroughly by foot, raft, canoe, snowmobile, air and dogsled. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
2 x $500
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Pierre Lacasse is a Senior Financial Planning Advisor and past member of the Yukon College Foundation Board. His family has firsthand experience with the barriers associated with learning challenges. He appreciates the opportunity to offer a $1,000 award in order to help reduce barriers for a student with learning challenges. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Ruth McIntyre, a dean at Yukon College until 1986, has made a $500 award available to a student enrolled full time in Yukon University upgrading courses. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$500
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SLR Consulting has created a $1,000 bursary available to Yukon University students in the following programs: Bachelor of Science in Northern Environmental and Conservation Sciences, Earth Sciences and Renewable Resources Management. Donor
As a business operating across Canada and in the Yukon, SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. recognizes that a qualified, educated workforce is integral to Canada's and the Yukon’s future. As an environmental consultancy, a bursary that aims to assist students in the Earth Sciences, Environmental and Conservation Sciences, and Renewable Resources Management programs fits with our business focus and areas of interest. The SLR bursary will help attract and retain students in the Yukon and support the integration of Indigenous persons into the local workforce. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: Students in the Bachelor of Science in Northern Environmental and Conservation Science program will receive first priority. Earth Sciences or Renewable Resources Management students will take second priority. Following that, First Nations, Inuit or Metis students will be given priority. Application deadline
Amount
$1,000
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Small's Expediting Services wishes to make a $750 bursary available to a student returning to school following an absence from educational pursuits. This bursary will be available to a student with an interest in business and entrepreneurship who is enrolling in Yukon University's Business Administration Certificate or Diploma program, or the Bachelor of Business Administration Degree program. Donor
Founded in 2004 by entrepreneur, and Yukon University alumnus, John Small, Small's Expediting Services is a Yukon company providing logistical and transportation support to exploration, mining and oil and gas industries in the Territory. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: If there are no applicants who have been away from education studies for two years, then the award may be given to an applicant who has been away from education for at least one year. Application deadline
Amount
$750
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Stephen and Debra Osborne wish to encourage and support Yukon students returning to education in studies focused on the natural northern environment, including climate change, or the areas of social work, nursing and health care assistant. To that end, they will make a $200 bursary available to a full-time student who can demonstrate financial need. Donor
Stephen Osborne was a coordinator/instructor at the Haines Junction Campus for many years, and continues to teach both Wilderness and Standard First Aid classes for the University. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: If there are no applicants who have attended a Yukon high school, the bursary can be awarded to a student who has not. Application deadline
Amount
$200
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Dr. Terry Weninger has created a $500 award for an aspiring researcher. Donor
Dr. Weninger was the president of Yukon College from 2006-2011, and president at the College of New Caledonia in Prince George from 1990-2004. He was also Deputy Minister of Education in Yukon and vice-president at Medicine Hat College. Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
Application deadline
Amount
$500
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The Yukon Chamber of Mines provides two separate awards of $1,000 to students in need. These awards are intended to foster interest in geology, trades and/or the life cycle of mining. Donor
The Yukon Chamber of Mines represents a dynamic membership numbering over 400. Since its creation, the Yukon Chamber of Mines has worked to protect and promote the interests of Yukon’s mineral exploration, development and mining industry through clear initiatives and policies which encourage a safe, economically viable, socially and environmentally responsible industry. Eligibility
Requirements
NOTE: Priority for one bursary is given to female applicants. Priority for the second bursary is given to female applicants, preferably of Indigenous ancestry, in a Yukon community outside of Whitehorse. Application deadline
Amount
2 x $1,000
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To commemorate the life of long-time Yukon outfitter Pete Jensen, Yukon Outfitters Association wishes to make a $500 award available to a Yukon University student. Pete was in the Outfitting business for 45 years, delivering a high quality wilderness experience, along with his wife Sharon. "He was a legend," said Sharon and so many others. Eligibility
RequirementsApplication deadline
Amount
$500
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The Yukon University Board of Governors has created a $700 award to support an exemplary Yukon University student. Donor
As representatives from both the University and community, the Yukon University Board of Governors role is to set and govern the University's vision, mission and strategic plan. The Board is empowered by the Yukon University Act. For more information on the Board, see yukonu.ca/about/bog Eligibility
RequirementsTyped essay
NOTE: The applicant with the highest GPA will receive the award. Application deadline
Amount
$700
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In loving memory of Dave, his wife Mary created a student award of $1,000. Donor
![]() Dave Jang lived his life in Vancouver, BC with a lot of spontaneity and with no regrets. A caring man, he was active in the BC Ataxia Society, Air Cadets, various support groups, and the Royal Canadian Legion. He loved outings with his family, friends and clan gatherings. A single parent to two sons in his forties, he empathized with people facing personal challenges. Dave and Mary visited family in the Yukon in the fall of 2017. He had hoped to make more trips to the territory but he passed way suddenly in the summer of 2018. Eligibility
RequirementsNo application is required for this award. Yukon University faculty and staff will submit nominations by January 31, 2023. Amount
$1,000
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The modular nature and remote locations of the courses in the Environmental Monitoring program require scheduling outside of standard post-secondary timelines. This impacts the ability of some students to access grants, scholarships and/or bursaries, as the courses do not comply with traditional application criteria or procedures. Students are also expected to travel to remote locations and to possess industry-specific gear. The Mines for Minds Giving Circle Award will support students in this program in the following ways:
Donor
Members of the Yukon Party Executive came together to offer $2,000 annually to Yukon University students enrolled in the Environmental Monitoring program, especially those who reside in communities outside Whitehorse, to attain a meaningful, skilled education in the territory’s mineral exploration and development industry. Eligibility
RequirementsNOTE: No application is required for this award. The Environmental Monitoring Program Coordinator will facilitate disbursement of these funds. Amount
Up to $2,000
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Paul and Helen Flaherty offer six bursaries each year in support of students enrolled in the University Access Pathways program and courses, planning to pursue post-secondary education at Yukon University. Paul and Helen hoped that these bursaries would help students access private tutoring, internet connectivity, a laptop computer and training, textbooks, supports to aid in recovery from a traumatic experience, and unexpected circumstances that threaten a student's ability to remain enrolled. They provide two $1,000 bursaries - one in the Fall semester and one in the Winter semester. Faculty of the School of Academic and Skill Development or the Academic Support Centre must submit their nominations for the $1,000 Paul Flaherty Bursaries by the last business day in September and January, respectively. These nominations must be completed in collaboration with their student nominee as proof of Yukon residency and a budget sheet form part of the Eligibility Requirements. Donor
Paul always encouraged the pursuit of education at all levels and the healthy competition found in sport. His interests culminated into his roles as the Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College for six years and the Canada Games Board of Directors for eleven years. Paul also had an extreme love for the north and discovered it thoroughly by foot, raft, canoe, snowmobile, air and dogsled. Eligibility
Requirements
No application is required for this award. Yukon University faculty and instructors will submit nominations by October 3, 2023 and January 31, 2024, respectively. Amount
$1,000
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The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) is pleased to provide a $2,000 award to a second-year Earth Sciences student. Donor
The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) is the leading voice of the mineral exploration and development community. With over 7,500 members around the world, PDAC’s work centres on supporting a competitive, responsible mineral sector. Eligibility
RequirementsNOTE: No application is required for this award. Yukon University Earth Sciences faculty will submit nominations by October 2, 2024. |
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The Rendezvous Rotary Club wishes to make a $1,000 award available to a full-time student in Yukon University's Culinary Arts program. Eligibility
RequirementsNOTE: No application is required for this award. Yukon University's Culinary Arts and Food Services Department Head and the Culinary Arts instructor will submit nominations by January 31, 2023. Amount
$1,000
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Sysco Edmonton is pleased to provide a $500 scholarship to a full-time student in Yukon University's Culinary Arts program. Donor
Eligibility
RequirementsNOTE: No application is required for this award. Yukon University's Culinary Arts and Food Services Department Head and the Culinary Arts instructor will submit nominations by January 31, 2023. Amount
$500
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Yukon University awards three scholarships for students between grades 7 and 12, who have been chosen to represent the Yukon/Stikine Region at the Canada-Wide Science Fair. Eligibility
Amount
Under review
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Michele Genest wishes to make an award of up to $2,000 available to a full-time student in Yukon University's Culinary Arts program. Donor
![]() Michele Genest is a writer and cookbook author who moved to Whitehorse from Toronto in the mid-1990s. She came to visit her sister, fell in love with the North and just never left. The wilderness was intimidating at first, but gradually she came to know and love the bush by going on berry picking expeditions with friends. As she learned about the wild foods of the boreal forest, she also learned about the close connection between Yukon Indigenous people and the land. Michele honours and thanks Yukon’s Indigenous people for their ways of knowing and being on the land, and for sharing their knowledge so generously. Across Canada, Indigenous chefs are writing books, opening restaurants and starting businesses; they are collaborating, learning, and supporting each other on this inspiring journey. Michele is excited about Indigenous students in the Culinary Arts program at YukonU adding their voices to the Indigenous food stories being told across the country, in professional kitchens, at community gatherings, and at feasts and celebrations. She hopes that the Naganainlyaa K’itanahee - Follow Your Dream Award will help Indigenous students pursue their culinary passion in the way that most inspires them, whether it be:
A note on the title: Michele collaborated with Brandon Kyikavichik and his mentor, Marion Shafer, to craft the award’s title. Brandon and Marion are citizens of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, and are gifted speakers of the Gwitchin language. Michele treasured the opportunity to capture the very heart of her award in the title with them. The title brings back fond memories of working with community cooks in Old Crow, creating recipes together for the cookbook, Vadzaih, Cooking The Caribou From Antler To Hoof.
EligibilityNominees must:
Requirements
NOTE: Preference will be given to nominees who are citizens of a Yukon First Nation. Application deadline
Amount
Up to $2,000
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Paul and Helen Flaherty offer six bursaries in support of students enrolled in the University Access Pathways program and courses, planning to pursue post-secondary education at Yukon University. Paul and Helen hoped that these bursaries would help students access private tutoring, internet connectivity, a laptop computer and training, textbooks, supports to aid in recovery from a traumatic experience, and unexpected circumstances that threaten a student's ability to remain enrolled. To access this award: #1: Students hoping to access these bursaries must submit their application to the Financial Aid Advisor by January 31, 2024. #2: Faculty of the School of Academic Skill and Development or the Academic Support Centre may also submit nominations to the Financial Aid Advisor by January 31, 2024. Nominations must be completed in collaboration with their student nominee as proof of Yukon residency and a budget sheet form part of the nomination package. Donor
Paul always encouraged the pursuit of education at all levels and the healthy competition found in sport. His interests culminated into his roles as the Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College for six years and the Canada Games Board of Governors for eleven years. Paul also had an extreme love for the north and discovered it thoroughly by foot, raft, canoe, snowmobile, air and dogsled. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
2 x $500
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Paul and Helen Flaherty offer six bursaries in support of students enrolled in the University Access Pathways program and courses, planning to pursue post-secondary education at Yukon University. Paul and Helen hoped that these bursaries would help students access private tutoring, internet connectivity, a laptop computer and training, textbooks, supports to aid in recovery from a traumatic experience, and unexpected circumstances that threaten a student's ability to remain enrolled. To access this award: #1: Students hoping to access these bursaries must submit their application to the Financial Aid Advisor by October 3, 2023. #2: Faculty of the School of Academic Skill and Development or the Academic Support Centre may also submit nominations to the Financial Aid Advisor by October 3, 2023. Nominations must be completed in collaboration with their student nominee as proof of Yukon residency and a budget sheet form part of the nomination package. Donor
Paul always encouraged the pursuit of education at all levels and the healthy competition found in sport. His interests culminated into his roles as the Chair of the Board of Governors at Yukon College for six years and the Canada Games Board of Governors for eleven years. Paul also had an extreme love for the north and discovered it thoroughly by foot, raft, canoe, snowmobile, air and dogsled. Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
2 x $500
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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. Donor
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
Requirements
NOTE: Preference will be given to those who have no other avenues of funding or support in their pursuit of post-secondary education. In the event of a tie, preference will be given to the applicant with the greatest financial need. Application deadline
Amount
2 x $3,000
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Yukon University acknowledges and offers awards to Grade 12 students who show academic potential despite experiencing hardship(s). One award is available for payment towards tuition only for a maximum of $3500 for the first year of study at Yukon University (over two sequential semesters). Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$3500 tuition payment (maximum) for first year of study (over two sequential semesters)
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Yukon University acknowledges and offers scholarships to Grade 12 students who have achieved significant academic standing in their final year of high school. Three scholarships are available for payment towards tuition only for a maximum of $3500 for the first year of study at Yukon University (over two sequential semesters). Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$3500 tuition payment (maximum) for first year of study (over two sequential semesters)
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Yukon University offers entrance awards for new full-time students who have been accepted into a Yukon University certificate, diploma, or degree program and demonstrate financial need. Three awards/scholarships are available for payment towards tuition only for a maximum of $3500 towards the first year at Yukon University (over two sequential semesters). Eligibility
Requirements
Application deadline
Amount
$3500 tuition payment (maximum) for first year of study (over two sequential semesters)
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