Nunavut

Aviation Scholarship: Simata Pitsiulak

Moderate application

The Aviation Scholarship: Simata Pitsiulak is sponsored by the Nunavut Department of Economic Development and Transportation. Every year, residents of Nunavut pursuing an aviation-related career in the North can apply for one of six scholarships from a fund sponsored by the Nunavut Department of Economic Development and Transportation.

The scholarships are offered to full-time residents of Nunavut (two-year minimum residency) pursuing full-time aviation-related studies. The studies can be related to airline or airport operations or management, aircraft maintenance and pilot training. Recipients can receive up to $7,500 to help pay for their aviation education.

To qualify for the Aviation Scholarship:

  • You must be Inuit from Nunavut or resident of Nunavut (living in Nunavut for the last two years)
  • You must be pursuing full-time training for an aviation-related career
  • You must be planning to work in Nunavut after completion of the training

Documents listed in this section are examples of what can be included with your application. Please review the application instructions (How to Apply tab) to confirm the supplemental and required documents for this benefit.

Proof of  residency in Province/ Territory

For example:

  • lease agreement
  • rent receipt
  • household bill
    • gas
    • electricity
    • cable television
    • telephone
  • driver's license
  • vehicle registration or car insurance
  • membership in social or professional organization
  • Other:
    • bank information
    • employment information

To apply for the scholarship:

  1. Review the Simata Pitsiulak Aviation Scholarship Program Policyfor more details on the scholarship.

  2. Complete the Aviation Scholarship application form

  3. Submit your completed application via email to: [email protected]

The deadline to apply is August 31, 2026.

For more information, please contact the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Nunavut at [email protected].

Last reviewed: October 22, 2026