Value: TBA

Number Available: 1

Deadline:  May 15th

Established in by 2020 Rob Butler and Tannis Hushagen, the Butler-Hushagen Health Education Fund was established to support Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon residents pursuing post-secondary studies in a health-related field.

Prerequisites Applications for the scholarship are open to individuals who are a resident of the Northwest Territories, Nunavut or Yukon for a minimum of two years. To be eligible, an individual must be registered to attend a University, College or Technical Institute (e.g. SAIT) or an accredited program leading to a Degree or Diploma in a health-related field and planning on returning to the North after studies are complete.

Applications The deadline for applications is May 15 of each year. Applications must include a written essay of a maximum of 500 words on:

  • How they have demonstrated the academic ability to be successful in their chosen field,
  • How providing the scholarship to the applicant will benefit the north,
  • The applicant’s past/current involvement in and contribution(s) to their community,
  • Willingness to be involved in promotional activities in relation to this grant.

Applications must also include:

  1. Written confirmation of acceptance in a University, College or Technical Institute (e.g. SAIT) or an accredited program leading to a Degree or Diploma in a health-related field,
  2. Information on the field of study being undertaken,
  3. Educational transcripts for the most recent year of study,
  4. One letter of reference from a teacher, health care professional or community leader,
  5. Proof of Residency (PDF 176kb) form must be submitted along with the application.

Submit completed applications to Yellowknife Community Foundation:  https://www.ykcf.ca/home/scholarships/butler-hushagen-health-education-fund/