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Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund
Bursary for NWT law enforcement students
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
May 31, 2026
Opened April 2, 2026
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Who can apply
Residents of the Northwest Territories of at least twelve consecutive months
See full eligibility
Overview
The Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund provides $1,000 to residents of the Northwest Territories who have lived there for at least 12 consecutive months and are pursuing post-secondary training or education toward a career in law enforcement. It supports study for high school graduates with no criminal record in law enforcement-related education.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary training or education in pursuit of a career in law enforcement
Documents Needed
- Proof of acceptance or proof of enrolment
- Residency declaration with witness sign-off
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents of the Northwest Territories of at least twelve consecutive months
- High school graduates pursuing post-secondary training or education in pursuit of a career in law enforcement
Who is not eligible
- People who are merely interested in the field of study
- Applicants whose field of study is outside their primary program of study
How to apply
- Create a profile on the scholarship application portal
- Complete the eligibility quiz
- Submit an application for the student award through the online application portal
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed in June and July by Yellowknife Community Foundation staff and Student Awards Review Committee members
- You may be contacted with questions about your application during the review process
- Applicants are notified in mid to late July
- Every applicant receives notification regardless of the funding decision
Additional information
- Mailed and emailed applications will not be accepted barring extreme circumstances
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund Program
What is the Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund?
The Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund provides $1,000 to residents of the Northwest Territories who have lived there for at least 12 consecutive months and are pursuing post-secondary training or education toward a career in law enforcement. It supports study for high school graduates with no criminal record in law enforcement-related education.
How much funding can be received?
Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was May 31, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund program?
To be eligible for the Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund program, you must:
Residents of the Northwest Territories for at least 12 consecutive months
High school graduates
No criminal record and pursuing post-secondary training or education in law enforcement
What expenses are eligible under Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund?
Post-secondary training or education in pursuit of a career in law enforcement
Who can I contact for more information about the Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund?
You can contact Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) by email at grants@ykcf.ca or by phone at 867-446-4527.
Where is the Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund available?
The Cst. Christopher Worden Memorial Bursary Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories.