This fund was established by Northwest Territories Equitable Sports Access (NTESA) in memory of Josh, who was an amazing volunteer for the organization in 2024 and 2025. Josh played on NTESA’s soccer and slo-pitch team, alongside youth who he always built up and supported by being a good mentor and friend. During his last slo-pitch game with the NTESA team, a young player was struggling on the pitcher’s mound and Josh offered to cover him, but he too was struggling to throw a good pitch! He shared later with the NTESA team that he wanted to show the youth that it’s okay to mess up and that everyone is learning. Josh passed away in July 2025 in a helicopter accident near Behchokǫ, Northwest Territories. He is dearly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
Pursuing any recognized educational or training program (adult learning, college, university, trades, or other accredited training program)
Must meet one of the following: (1). You are a student who has overcome notable hardships as a youth and are working toward building a positive path forward; or (2). You are a mentor, coach, or community member who supports vulnerable youth through paid or volunteer work, advocacy, or leadershipPriority goes to a student who overcame notable hardships as a youth and is working towards building a positive path forward.
Residents of the Northwest Territories for at least 12 consecutive months
The first recipient will be awarded in 2026!
