September 11, 2025
Yukon University has received a $5 million gift from the Mastercard Foundation as part of a nationwide initiative to support Indigenous youth. The announcement came as the Foundation revealed a total of $235 million in funding to 30 post-secondary institutions and Indigenous-led organizations across Canada.
The announcement comes as the country marks a decade of work under the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC). The TRC identified education as a critical path toward reconciliation, and the Mastercard Foundation’s investment reflects this vision by recognizing the achievements and lasting impact these institutions have had in advancing educational opportunities for Indigenous youth.
