Open
Last Update: June 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
Overview
The Northern Futures Scholarship supports northern students in Northwestel’s operating areas in Yukon, 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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
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 northern residency
- Proof of ancestry, if applying for an Indigenous-designated scholarship
- Most recent transcript
- Acceptance letter from a post-secondary or educational institution
- Introduction letter or video
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
- Collect the required supporting documents.
- Write a 500-1000 word personal introduction or record a 4-8 minute video.
- Apply online, or submit by email, fax, or 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship Program
What is the Northwestel Northern Futures Scholarship?
The Northern Futures Scholarship supports northern students in Northwestel’s operating areas in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta. It supports post-secondary studies in engineering, telecommunications, computer sciences, commerce, marketing, communications, and human resources.
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
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