The NWT SPCA funds one $500 scholarship annually to recognize and reward an individual who contributes both in their education and extracurricular activities to the betterment of animals. To be eligible for this scholarship, the applicant must: 

• Be a high school graduate,
• Be a current or former Northern Resident,
• Be accepted to, or currently attending, a post-secondary, educational institution in a program relating to the betterment of animals,
• Be involved in the community, such as volunteering,
• Have at least an average academic standing. 

Sponsored by the family of Maureen Goldsmith, the $500 scholarship is in memory of a wonderful NWT SPCA volunteer and friend. This scholarship is to recognize and reward an individual who is passionate about animal welfare, nature, and conservation. To be eligible for this scholarship, the applicant must: 

• Be a high school graduate,
• Be a current or former Northern Resident,
• Be accepted to, or currently attending, a post-secondary, educational institution in a program relating to the betterment of animals,
• Be involved in the community, such as volunteering,
• Have at least an average academic standing.