University College of the North has received  $5 million in funding from the Mastercard Foundation.

This funding is part of a landmark $235 million commitment by the Foundation to 30 post-secondary organizations advancing education for Indigenous youth across Canada.

The Foundation aims to support 100-thousand Indigenous youth in completing their education and transitioning to meaningful work by 2030.

Yesterday’s announcement marked the tenth anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada final report, highlighting education as a critical path toward reconciliation.

President and Vice-Chancellor of UCN, Doug Lauvstad, said they are deeply grateful for this partnership, which directly invests in the success of their learners and the future leadership of our northern communities.