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Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund
Scholarship support for Northwest Territories students
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Who can apply
Individuals who are residents of the Northwest Territories for at least the last 2 consecutive years.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund offers $1,000 to Northwest Territories residents studying social work or nursing. Applicants must be in a second or subsequent year of post-secondary study, with first priority for applicants of Indigenous ancestry who have lived in the Northwest Territories for at least one half of their lives.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum 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
- Second or subsequent year of post-secondary studies in social work or nursing.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals who are residents of the Northwest Territories for at least the last 2 consecutive years.
- Individuals pursuing a second or subsequent year of post-secondary studies in social work or nursing.
Selection criteria
- First priority is given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry who have lived in the Northwest Territories for at least one half of their lives.
- Second priority is given to other residents of the Northwest Territories who have lived in the Northwest Territories for at least one half of their lives.
How to apply
- Create a profile on the scholarship application portal.
- Complete the eligibility quiz.
- Submit an application for the student award.
Processing and Agreement
- Funding is distributed to scholarship recipients in mid-to-late July.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund Program
What is the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund?
The Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund offers $1,000 to Northwest Territories residents studying social work or nursing. Applicants must be in a second or subsequent year of post-secondary study, with first priority for applicants of Indigenous ancestry who have lived in the Northwest Territories for at least one half of their lives.
How much funding can be received?
Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund program?
To be eligible for the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund program, you must:
Residents of the Northwest Territories for at least the last 2 consecutive years
Pursuing a second or subsequent year of post-secondary studies
Studying social work or nursing
What expenses are eligible under Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund?
Second or subsequent year of post-secondary studies in social work or nursing.
Who can I contact for more information about the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund?
You can contact Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) by email at grants@ykcf.ca or by phone at 867-446-4527.
Where is the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund available?
The Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Elaine (Sweet) Whitford Scholarship Fund is a Grant and Funding