Dr. Earl Cook Memorial Scholarship
The Dr. Earl Cook Metis Memorial Scholarship Fund is offering scholarships to Post Secondary Metis status students in Northern Region 1.
The scholarship fund was created in honour of Dr. Earl Cook. He was a passionate educator, inspirational advocate and played an instrumental role in the development of Northern education.
Dr. Earl Cook spent many years promoting opportunities and advocating for Metis students.
Dr. Earl Cook is remembered for his vison, leadership, and perseverance (ahkamēyimowin) for the rights of Metis people in Northern Saskatchewan.
He began work in 1971 at the Northern Lights school division and worked in the Languages department and developed many Indigenous language stories and resource materials. At the same time he began lobbying for the establishment of the Gabriel Dumont Institute where he served as board chair for many years.
In addition, Dr. Earl Cook played an instrumental role in the development of Metis governance and was an elected leader for Metis Nation Saskatchewan. He served as Regional Director for Northern Region 1 for two terms and during this time he held 2 ministerial portfolios which were Minister of Finance and Minister of Education.
He worked hard to ensure that all Metis had a voice and that their voice was reflected through the process of self-Government. This scholarship is a tribute to the work that Dr. Earl Cook has done to help post-secondary students strive for higher education.
It is the Northern Region 1 hope that many Metis graduates will become leaders in their field and continue his legacy to offer a bright and prosperous future for Metis citizens of our province.
Scholarship Information
There are 4 scholarships available for 2025, each in the amount of $1,000 for Metis citizens belonging to Northern Region 1.
Applications must be received before the closing date of November 3rd at 11:59pm.
2025 Scholarship Application
Application Deadline: November 3rd 2025 – 11:59 PM
The Northern Region 1 Metis Nation wants the legacy of Dr. Earl Cook to be remembered. Earl was the area director for two terms in Northern Region 1 and was also a member of the Local Jim Brady Board until his passing.
We urge all prospective or current students to apply.
The regional office will determine the candidates according to the criteria set.
Please choose one of the options below. You can either fill out and print the application form, or complete an online application.
Download Application Form
Fill Out Online Application
Submitting Your Application
There are multiple ways to submit your application for the Dr. Earl Cook Memorial Scholarship. Please choose an option that is most suitable for you.
Through Email: nr1mns@outlook.com
Send By Mail: Box 205, La Ronge, SK S0J1L0
Drop Off In-Person: Northern Region one office 320B Boardman St, La Ronge SK