Yukon Energy Premier Scholarships

Yukon Energy's scholarships are a significant investment in our communities and symbolize our ongoing belief in the potential of the young people in the territory. Details for each scholarship can be found in the downloadable application forms found on this page. Note that preference will be given to qualified Yukon First Nations applicants.

YUKON ENERGY PREMIER SCHOLARSHIPS

• One scholarship of $3,000 to first-year students based on demonstrated financial need
• Multi-year scholarships totaling $9,000 per student, for second to fourth year students, plus two years of guaranteed summer work at Yukon Energy

Open to Yukon residents studying full-time at a post-secondary institution in the areas of mechanical, electrical, environmental, or civil engineering, as well as, computer technology, business or economics.

Who may apply?

Canadian citizens, who have lived in the Yukon, for at least one year, and who have been accepted at an accredited post-secondary institution for a diploma or undergraduate degree. Eligible areas of study include mechanical, electrical, environmental, or civil engineering students, as well as, computer technology, business or economics students.

• Proof of residency is required.
• Preference will be given to qualified Yukon First Nations applicants.

When is the application deadline?

All applications must be received by 4 p.m. on June 30.

How does the selection process work?

A selection committee comprised of Yukon Energy representatives will review applications. Evaluations will be based on the merits of the application and will consider leadership qualities, balanced lifestyle (i.e. community involvement, extra-curricular activities) and, for first year students, will also consider financial need.

The selection committee may require an interview with applicants. Failure to participate by phone or in person for an interview may result in scholarship ineligibility.

The proceedings of the selection committee are confidential and its decisions are final.

When are the scholarships awarded?

Scholarships are awarded by late August. You will be informed in writing of the selection committee’s decision.

For first-year students: if you are chosen as a recipient, you will receive a lump sum payment of $3,000 in September, once confirmation of your course participation is received.

For second to fourth-year students: if you are chosen as a recipient, you will receive September payments of $3,000 per year for three years (totaling $9,000).

The Yukon Energy scholarship is classified as income by Revenue Canada and must be declared when filing an income tax return. The program coordinator will provide you with a T-4A slip before the end of February each year you receive a scholarship from us.

Yukon Energy will contact you in the spring of your second year and the spring of your third year to discuss summer employment opportunities. The multi-year scholarship comes with a guarantee of two summers of work with Yukon Energy as long as you continue to be enrolled in your program and maintain passing grades.