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Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund
Support for NWT students and youth mentors
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
May 31, 2026
Opened April 2, 2026
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Who can apply
Residents of the Northwest Territories who have lived there for at least twelve consecutive months and are pursuing any recognized educational or training program.
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Overview
The Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund offers a $1,000 award to Northwest Territories residents pursuing recognized education or training in honour of Josh Patenaude. Applicants must meet one of two paths, and eligible studies include adult learning, college, university, trades, or other accredited training.
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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 $
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
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 who have lived there for at least twelve consecutive months and are pursuing any recognized educational or training program.
- Students who have overcome notable hardships as a youth and are working toward building a positive path forward.
- Mentors, coaches, or community members who support vulnerable youth through paid or volunteer work, advocacy, or leadership.
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.
Selection criteria
- Priority goes to a student who overcame notable hardships as a youth and is working toward building a positive path forward.
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 portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Each application is reviewed by the Student Award Review Committee.
- Yellowknife Community Foundation staff and Student Awards Review Committee members conduct due diligence checks and a review process in June and July.
- Applicants may be contacted with questions about their application during the review process.
- Applicants are notified in mid to late July, and every applicant receives notification regardless of funding decision.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund Program
What is the Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund?
The Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund offers a $1,000 award to Northwest Territories residents pursuing recognized education or training in honour of Josh Patenaude. Applicants must meet one of two paths, and eligible studies include adult learning, college, university, trades, or other accredited training.
How much funding can be received?
Josh Patenaude Memorial 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 Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund program?
To be eligible for the Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be a resident of the Northwest Territories for at least twelve consecutive months.
The applicant must be pursuing a recognized educational or training program.
The applicant must meet one of the fund’s two stated eligibility paths.
Who can I contact for more information about the Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund?
You can contact Yellowknife Community Foundation (YKCF) by email at grants@ykcf.ca or by phone at 867-446-4527.
Where is the Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund available?
The Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Josh Patenaude Memorial Fund is a Grant and Funding