The Nunavut Wildlife Management Board (NWMB) initiated the Jorgen Bolt Memorial Award in 2021 to recognize Jorgen's contributions to wildlife management in Nunavut. Jorgen was appointed to the Board by the Government of Nunavut-Department of Environment in 2017. During his time with the Board, Jorgen served with dedication and earnestness to ensure that future generations will be able to experience the land as he did.
The annual $20,000 award is split between four (4) successful applicants ($5,000 each) and is designed to assist students from Nunavut in obtaining an education in wildlife, wildlife management or the application of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit in wildlife management, which will then be applied to future work in Nunavut.
The 2024 winners have been selected. The award will be open for new applications starting in August 2025.
For more information please email or call us at 867-975-7300
You can download the application forms below:
Jorgen Bolt Award Application Form (Inuktitut)
Jorgen Bolt Award Application Form (English)
Criteria for Eligibility:
1. Applicant must be entering or continuing with post-secondary education that goes towards a degree, diploma or certificate in wildlife, wildlife management or the application of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit in wildlife management in Nunavut.
2. Applicant must currently be a resident of Nunavut and have resided in the territory for at least the past two (2) years.
3. The applicant must demonstrate a minimum academic achievement of 65% overall academic record.
2024 Recipients of the Jorgen Bolt Memorial Award
Dominica Halleran
Ethan Okatsiak
Jakob Anilniliak
Kamikee Akavak
2023 Recipients of the Jorgen Bolt Memorial Award
Derek Irwin
Kaleigh Niptanatiak
Connor Faulkner
Joshua Komangapik
2022 Recipients of the Jorgen Bolt Memorial Award
Alysha Wilson-Maksagak
Connor Faulkner
Uluriak Amarualik
2021 Recipients of the Jorgen Bolt Memorial Award
Brandon Ipkarnek
Danielle Adjun
Sharlyne Umphrey