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Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship
Support for northern post-secondary students
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Last Update: July 23, 2026
Latest change: Changed: timeline and deadlines, application process, contact or portal details.
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Funding available
$ 4,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Who can apply
Northern residents within Northwestel’s operating area: Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta.
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Overview
The Northern Futures Scholarship provides $4,000 scholarships to eligible northern students within Northwestel’s operating areas in Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta. It supports post-secondary studies in engineering, telecommunications, computer sciences, commerce, marketing, communications, and human resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Minimum amount : 4,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon
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 ancestry, if applying for one of the scholarships designated for Indigenous students
- Proof of northern residency
- Acceptance letter from a post-secondary or educational institution
- Most recent transcript
- Introduction letter or video, current photo for media use, and a completed and signed online application form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Northern residents within Northwestel’s operating area: Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta.
- Students enrolled full-time in a two-year diploma or four-year degree program.
- Students studying Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical, Computer Sciences, Commerce, Business, Marketing, Communications, or Human Resources.
Eligible expenses
- Post-secondary education
Eligible geographic areas
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
- Northern BC
- Northern Alberta
Selection criteria
- Demonstrated academic merit
- Quality and content of the personal introduction letter or video
- Evidence of suitability and commitment to the field of study
- Stated desire to return to the north after graduation
- Community involvement
How to apply
- Read the application guidelines carefully before completing the application form.
- Complete the Northern Futures Scholarship online application at www.nwtel.ca/scholarships under Northern Futures Scholarship Program.
- Submit the application online, by email, by fax, or by mail.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the scholarship selection committee.
- All decisions are final and there is no appeal process.
- Successful and unsuccessful applicants receive written notification.
- Scholarship recipients must submit proof of registration before funds are transferred.
Additional information
- Scholarship recipients may be asked to participate in publicity and promotional events sponsored by Northwestel.
- Recipients must submit proof of registration from their educational institution before scholarship funds are transferred.
- Applications are reviewed by a scholarship selection committee, and all decisions are final with no appeal process.
- Applicants who are successful or unsuccessful will receive written notification from the selection committee.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship Program
What is the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship?
The Northern Futures Scholarship provides $4,000 scholarships to eligible northern students within Northwestel’s operating areas in Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta. It supports post-secondary studies in engineering, telecommunications, computer sciences, commerce, marketing, communications, and human resources.
How much funding can be received?
Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship Funds up to $4,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship program, you must:
Northern residents within Northwestel’s operating area
Enrolled full-time in a two-year diploma or four-year degree program
Studying in one of the specified fields
Who can I contact for more information about the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship?
You can contact Northwestel by email at scholarships@nwtel.ca.
Where is the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship available?
The Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon.
Is the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship?
Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship is funded by Northwestel