Are you a post-secondary student from Canada's North?
If the answer is yes, then you can apply for our Northern Futures Scholarship Program. At Northwestel, we believe supporting northern students is important. It invests in the future of the North. Each year, the Northern Futures Scholarship Program offers six $4000 scholarships to students from communities across the North, along with potential summer employment opportunities and the chance to be hired at Northwestel upon graduation. Our goal is to award at least half of the scholarships to Indigenous students every year.
“I didn't think I stood out. But I applied anyway. And now? I'm helping others take the same step."
Jeff Gartshore, Past recipient I Dir, Finance & Accounting, Northwestel
Eligibility
The Northern Futures Scholarships are open to residents that live within Northwestel’s operating area, in the Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern British Columbia and Northern Alberta.
The applicant is enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies in a two-year diploma program or a four-year degree program. Pursuing a major or focused educational path in: Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Structural, Civil), Telecommunications/Electrical, Computer sciences, Commerce/Business, Marketing/Communications and Human Resources.
STEP 1
Collect copies of the following documents to be uploaded to the online application:
- A proof of ancestry (i.e. photocopy of status card, beneficiary identification or letter) – this is only necessary if you are applying for one of the Indigenous student scholarships.
- A proof of northern residency (i.e. driver’s license, utility bill, health care card, proof of vehicle insurance (must include address)).
- A copy of your acceptance letter from post-secondary or educational institute.
- A copy of your most recent transcript (i.e. high school, college or university).
- A current photo for media release in JPEG format (i.e. headshot or school photo).
STEP 2
Write (500-1000 words) or record (4-8 minutes) a personal introduction about yourself to be uploaded to the online application. Review the application guidelines for more information.
STEP 3
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STEP 4
Apply online here. If you have questions or require additional assistance, please contact scholarships@nwtel.ca.
If you are unable to submit your application by email, you can submit:
| Fax | |
| 867 668-3236 | Northern Futures Scholarship Program PO Box 2727 Whitehorse, YT Y1A 4Y4 |
Common questions
Students from the Yukon, NWT, Nunavut, Northern BC, or Northern Alberta who are enrolled full-time in a diploma or degree program in an eligible field of study. See full guidelines for details on residency and program requirements.
Six scholarships of $4,000 are awarded each year. At least three are designated for Indigenous students.
While not guaranteed, recipients may be considered for summer student positions or future roles.
Applicants must still go through the standard hiring process.
Proof of residency, transcript, acceptance letter, personal introduction (letter or video), and other items.
Refer to the checklist in the full application guidelines.
To learn more about the journeys of our Northern Futures Scholarship recipients, visit the following links:
2024 - Bright minds, strong roots
2023 - Bright lights of the North
