scholarship and bursary - Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government

DGGR-Student Financial Support Program

The Dene Gha Gok’e Rehkw’I policy has implemented a student support “top up” fund also recognition award program for beneficiary students. Copy of policy for your review.

Délı̨nę Student Financial Support Program Policy

Eligibility:

Encouraging beneficiaries to pursue and explore educational endeavours, which promote and benefits the well being of Délı̨nę beneficiaries.
Providing ‘top up’ financial support which complements funds provided by other organizations and/or governments.
Grad Awards: Recognizing those that have followed through with their studies and successfully completed their program(s).
Summer Student Awards: Recognizing those that have chosen to pursue summer employment or practicum placement in Délı̨nę and have excelled in completing their employment or practicum period.

The purpose of this fund is:

Encouraging beneficiaries to pursue and explore educational endeavours, which promote and benefits the well being of Délı̨nę beneficiaries.
Providing ‘top up’ financial support which complements funds provided by other organizations and/or governments.
Grad Awards: Recognizing those that have followed through with their studies and successfully completed their program(s).
Summer Student Awards: Recognizing those that have chosen to pursue summer employment or practicum placement in Délı̨nę and have excelled in completing their employment or practicum period.

Application Process:

First time applicant

Forms A and B (identify Beneficiary #)
Letter of interest/intent
Transcripts from previous education institution
Reference letter

Forms A and B – First time applicant

For those continuing students who are returning to school for a subsequent year, you will only need your most recent transcript and acceptance letter from the registrar office.

Form B

DGGR SFSP Form B

Form B – Student enrollment with education institution
Form C – continuing student

Form C – Continuing student

Change of student information

Form D – if any changes happen in the academic year student fill out this form

Form D – Change of student information

Grad Awards

Students must apply for any Grad Awards within in six (6) months of completing their program. Students must submit documentation of achievement in form of certificate, diploma, license, degree with application form.

Form E – Graduation Award

Summer Student/Practicum Award

This award applies to summer student employment and practicum student working with Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government completing work placement successfully.

Form F – Summer Student/Practicum Award

DGG-AADNC Post-Secondary Funds

In collaboration with the government of Canada, The Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government has implemented this scholarship program for all students affiliated to the band formerly known as Délı̨nę First Nations. Members of formerly known as Délı̨nę First Nations can apply. These funds will assist members with educational costs. Copy of policy for your review.

DGG-AADNC SFSP Policy Guidelines

The purpose of this fund is:

To encourage and assist members to pursue a post secondary, trades or vocational studies leading to a professional career.
Provide financial support for members to pursue post secondary, trades or vocational studies.
Financial support for all members who don’t qualify for other government (federal/territorial/provincial) education funding programs.
Student can’t receive scholarship program if applied to Sahtu Secretariat Inc of any other organization.

Eligibility:

Registered status Indian affiliated with the band formally known as Délı̨nę First Nation.
Does NOT quality to receive student financial assistance with GNWT SFA, UCEP or ISETS programs.
Accepted and enrolled in a recognized post-secondary education program as a full-time or part time student.
There is NO deadline to apply for funding (funding is processed on date of application)

Application Process:

First time applicant

Form A – DGG Application
Form B – Student Enrollment with Education Institution
Copy of applicant’s certificate of Indian status
Funding denial letter from another funding source
Letter of interest/intent
Transcripts from previous education institution
Reference letter

Form A and B – First time applicant

Form C – Continuing student

Form C

AADNC SFSP Form C Application

Form D – If any changes happen in the academic year student fill out this form

Form D – Change of student information

A complete application form for applied programs which require a copy of supporting documents listed above information must be received either in person at the Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government Victor Beyonnie building in Délı̨nę, via email at director.education@gov.deline.ca to Debra English, Director of Education at 867-589-3515 extension 1124.

Please come in and visit with Debra English to discuss career and education opportunities.

If you have not yet applied for this great funding opportunity, please apply!

University and College Entrance Preparation Program (UCEP) for NWT Residents

This program provides student financial assistance for Registered Status Indians to enroll into full time post-secondary studies that will prepare them to enter a college or university program. Applicants are eligible to receive financial assistance tuition, books and living allowance for a maximum of ten months (two semesters).

Applicants may also be eligible for a travel allowance. Eligible Applicants are encouraged to apply to Indigenous Services Canada directly. Applications must be sent to Indigenous Service Canada.