FNUniv Announces the Joanne Goodpipe Legacy Scholarship

March 18, 2026 – The First Nations University of Canada is proud to announce the creation of the Joanne Goodpipe Legacy Scholarship.

Through a generous $20,000 donation from FNUniv alumni Jada Yee, this scholarship has been established to honour the life, teachings, and enduring impact of Joanne Goodpipe, C’ante Was’te Wiyan (Good Hearted Woman).

Joanne served as an Assistant Professor in the Indigenous Business and Public Administration program, but to the many students whose lives she touched, she was far more than an instructor. She was a mentor, a supporter, and a friend who believed deeply in the potential of every student she met.

Joanne had a way of making every student feel seen, supported, and capable of achieving more than they imagined. Her classroom was a place where students were encouraged to pursue their education with confidence while remaining grounded in their identity, values, and responsibility to the community.

Joanne passed away in 2021, leaving behind a profound legacy at First Nations University of Canada and within the many students and colleagues who were fortunate enough to learn from her. Her kindness, guidance, and unwavering belief in Indigenous students helped shape the journeys of countless graduates.

As a former student, Jada Yee experienced Joanne’s encouragement and support firsthand. With the blessing and permission of Joanne’s children, Jasmine and Jacob, this scholarship was created to honour their mother’s legacy and ensure her teachings continue to support future generations of students.

The Joanne Goodpipe Legacy Scholarship will support future students at First Nations University of Canada, ensuring that her spirit of mentorship, encouragement, and leadership continues to guide generations to come.

The scholarship and commemorative image shared today stand as a lasting tribute to the life and teachings of a woman whose good heart shaped so many futures.

Joanne Goodpipe was known as C’ante Was’te Wiyan, Good Hearted Woman.
Through this scholarship, her good heart will continue to guide and uplift students for generations to come.

First Nations University of Canada extends heartfelt gratitude to Jada Yee, as well as Joanne’s family, for helping ensure that Joanne Goodpipe’s legacy will continue to inspire students for years to come.