Upcoming Events
July
13Yard Beautification
14Special Council Meeting
15Application Deadline - UCEP Funding
Application Deadline - UCEP Funding
UCEP funding in-take dates for Fall begins May 15th and the deadline is July 15th.
To be eligible to receive UCEP benefits, you must:
- Apply by the deadline
- Be a status Indian resident of the NWT
- Be **accepted for and attending the UCEP program at an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution** and receive letter of acceptance from the education institute you have applied to
- Have not received the maximum four semesters of UCEP
- Have not previously defaulted on UCEP funding (withdrawal before semester ends)
- Be able to get all the upgrading you need within two years (or four semesters)
- Submit your confirmation of enrolment, complete with signature from the education institution you are enrolled in
Please note: Adult Basic Education courses and high school equivalency programs are not eligible for UCEP funding. You must have your grade 12.
Download the UCEP Application here: UCEP Application - NWT Residents (2).pdf
17Home Exterior Painting Project Deadline
24Scholarship Deadline for NWT Tourism
Scholarship Deadline for NWT Tourism
31Deadline - Northern Futures Scholarship
Deadline - Northern Futures Scholarship
Northwestel would like to help fund your education and offer you summer employment opportunities. You may be eligible for one of six Northern Futures Scholarships worth $4,000 each.
If you meet these three requirements, you are eligible to apply. Our goal is to have 50% of these scholarships awarded to indigenous students every year.
- Deadline to apply is July 31st, 2020
31Deadline for Wellness and Addictions Recovery Advisory Group
Deadline for Wellness and Addictions Recovery Advisory Group
- Please send a resume, experience, and references to the attention of “Application for MWAR Advisory Group” by fax (867-873-7706), email (mha@gov.nt.ca), or by regular mail to:
- The Expression of Interest will close at 3:00 pm on Friday, July 31, 2020. We will contact you shortly after the closing date.
August
03Civic Holiday
04Tłı̨chǫ Day
15Application Deadline - ATCO Indigenous Education Awards Program
Application Deadline - ATCO Indigenous Education Awards Program
ATCO INDIGENOUS EDUCATION AWARDS PROGRAM
Our Indigenous Education Awards Program supports First Nation, Inuit and Métis students across Canada by providing financial assistance to help them in their quest for higher education. These awards, bursaries and scholarships are given to students who demonstrate leadership capabilities and strive to be role models in their schools and communities.
There are three different awards available:
- Merit Awards ($500) – for students completing Grades 10 – 12, including upgrading;
- Bursaries ($1,000) – for students enrolled in trade, diploma or certificate programs;
- Scholarships ($1,500) – for students enrolled in degree or graduate programs.
There is a maximum of one award per applicant per year. Students must re-apply each year if they wish to be considered.
ELIGIBILITY
You can apply for one of our Indigenous Education Awards if you:
- Are a Canadian Indigenous person;
- Are enrolled full-time in high school (including upgrading) or an accredited post-secondary institution or training program;
- Are not the child of an ATCO employee.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit the following required documentation:
- One reference letter from a teacher, community leader or employer
- Short essay (500 - 1,000 words) describing why you are a suitable candidate
- Proof of enrollment for the upcoming school semester (can include acceptance letter, class schedule or receipt of paid fees)
- Transcript from the most recent school attended (unofficial transcript is acceptable)
We thank everyone for applying, however only those being considered for an award will be contacted. We are unable to accept telephone or email inquiries regarding the status of your application.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the application deadline has been extended to August 15, 2020.
Original posted on https://www.atco.com/en-ca/our-commitment/indigenous-partnerships/indigenous-education-programs.html
