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Discover all the ways to connect and support the Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation by visiting our VJKF Community page! Explore team openings, volunteer opportunities, and ways to make a difference through donations. Stay in the loop with our latest updates, share our mission through promotion opportunities, and engage with us on social media. Don’t forget to check out our photo album, showcasing the inspiring moments we’ve shared with students, mentors, and community members across Canada. Together, we can empower Indigenous youth to achieve their full potential in STEM fields!

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VJKF is transforming the future of Indigenous youth in Canada by breaking barriers to education and creating opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This unique program is free for students, but it costs approximately $4,000 to provide a life-changing experience for each participant. By supporting VJKF, you help Indigenous students explore their passions, build confidence, and pursue careers that contribute to their communities and beyond. Every donation directly empowers a new generation of leaders, scholars, and innovators while fostering reconciliation and equity in education. Together, we can inspire lasting change—your support makes all the difference!

VJKF is seeking volunteer chaperones for our 2025 programs! If you’re interested in making a difference, please complete the attached application and send it to ProgramManager@vjkf.org.

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CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO THE 2025 VJKF PROGRAM

Blog posts

Reclaiming Identity Through Education on National Truth and Reconciliation Day

30 Sep 2024 9:48 AM

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DeDe DeRose Formally Installed as Thompson Rivers University's New Chancellor

1 May 2024 9:06 PM

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Governor General Mary Simon named Patron of The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation

18 Apr 2023 9:00 AM

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

To increase the number of Indigenous students graduating from pure and applied science, engineering, and mathematics programs in Canada. Charity Registration #822843629 RR 0001

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