It’s with great sadness that we announce the passing of our long-time Chair of the Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation (VJKF) Board of Directors, Tony Williams. Surrounded by …

Thank you for submitting your application to attend the VJKF 2025 In-Person Program! I just applied, now what? Our team has been diligently reviewing each application, and we would …

The VJKF Program offers Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, and Inuit) high school students* an opportunity to spend one week conducting research in the fields of science, technology, …

[email protected] THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS To increase the number of Indigenous students graduating from pure and applied science, engineering, and mathematics …

The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation (VJKF) proudly announces the election of DeDe DeRose as Chair and President, marking a historic milestone as DeDe becomes the first …

The VJKF Program develops motivated role models who foster the importance of graduating from high school and obtaining a postsecondary education. Meet Verna J. Kirkness LIFELONG …

The VJKF Program develops motivated role models who foster the importance of graduating from high school and obtaining a postsecondary education. What is required to apply? Our VJKF In …

To commemorate Susan’s hard work and dedication to The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation, our Foundation is offering one $1,500 scholarship to an Indigenous student that …

The VJKF Program develops motivated role models who foster the importance of graduating from high school and obtaining a postsecondary education. What is required to apply? Our VJKF In …

If you attended the VJKF Program in 2021, you are eligible for a scholarship. Information and application on website.