Joshua Qiyuk Memorial Funds

Joshua Qiyuk, a young Inuk man wearing a chef hat and coat, appears smiling.

Algonquin College has partnered with C’est Bon Ottawa, a local cooking school, to offer financial aid in memory of Joshua Qiyuk to Indigenous learners in a variety of Culinary Arts programs.

“Mentors, colleagues, friends—we were all touched by how [Josh] approached his craft with consistent focus, gratitude, and a strong commitment to growth,” said Stefanie Siska, president and co-owner of C’est Bon. “By establishing a scholarship and bursary in Josh’s memory, we hope the light of his life can keep inspiring and uplifting Indigenous people advancing their culinary careers.”

The Joshua Qiyuk Memorial Scholarship will be awarded annually to an Inuit, First Nations, or Métis full-time student in level 3 or higher based on academic merit in the Culinary Management or Baking and Pastry Arts Management program. Both programs are two-year Ontario college diploma programs.

The Joshua Qiyuk Memorial Bursary will be awarded annually to Inuit, First Nations, and Métis students based on financial need. Eligible programs include the two diploma programs mentioned above as well as three programs of shorter duration: the Culinary Skills certificate, the Baking and Pastry Arts certificate, and the Culinary Skills – Cook II apprenticeship. Indigenous students may apply for this bursary online.

To donate to either fund, please use the donation form below.

Note: This form is powered by CanadaHelps, a registered charity BN 896568417RR0001. Both Algonquin College and CanadaHelps will appear on your statement.