Scholarships,

Bursaries &

Awards

First

Nation,

Métis &

Inuit

Students

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City Centre Campus Room 7-131 2017-2018

What is the difference between a Scholarship, Bursary and an

Award?

A Scholarship is a monetary recognition for outstanding academic achievement.

A Bursary is based upon demonstrated financial need while maintaining good

academic standing.

An Award may be a monetary or other form of recognition based on nomination or

demonstrable criteria such as volunteerism or leadership, and may include but is not

limited to academic achievement or financial need; secondary selection criteria may

be included for all the above.

When should I be applying for Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards?

Start looking for application deadlines within the first week of the semester. There

are scholarships, bursaries and awards available throughout the school year.

How to apply for Scholarships?

Apply for all individual scholarships for which you are eligible.

Answer all questions accurately and completely. If asked, be sure to provide

information on such items as offices held, special awards, special projects, sports

activities, volunteer services, and special interests of skills.

Letters of Recommendation may be requested by some scholarship organizations.

Here are a few helpful hints when requesting a letter:

• Ask someone who you’re confident would write a great recommendation.

• Provide all information to the person from whom you requested.

• Request permission before listing anyone as a reference.

• Provide plenty of time for the individual to write the recommendation.

• Be sure to thank the individual, a note or letter would be courteous.

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HELPFUL HINTS

Study hard: Scholarships usually have a minimum average that you must attain to

be eligible.

Get involved: Many scholarship, bursary and award criteria include involvement in

your community or your school. We believe that your future success is based on

more than just grades.

… in your community Your volunteer commitment & your participation with various organizations such as

the Boys & Girls Club, or the Canadian Native Friendship Centre, would be

invaluable not only to scholarship applications, but it helps enhance healthy

communities. Ask around! Volunteer opportunities may be found at local

businesses, hospitals, senior facilities, community service clubs and athletic

facilities.

… at school Get involved in whatever your passion may be! Playing sports, participating in

student government, working on the student newspaper, or involved in theatre, bands

or book clubs.

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Scholarship Checklist

Name &

Contact Info

Application

Deadline

Website

Reference

Letter(s)

Transcript

Request

Date

Mailed

Acceptance/

Non-

Acceptance

TransAlta

Info online

Sept 15

Transalta.com

Teacher

Coach

Done

Aug 26

Sept 2

waiting

BUDGET

NOTE: If your monthly balance is a positive number, you should be saving money. The recommended amount of savings should

be 10% of your income earnings.

INCOME:

Wages……………………………………………..

Funding…………………………………………...

Scholarships……………………………………....

Child Tax Benefit…………………………………

Maintenance Payments…...………………………

TOTAL

INCOME……………………………….

EXPENSES:

Rent…………………………………………

Food………………………………………...

Utilities……………………………………..

Cable/Internet………………………………

Phone……………………………………….

Transportation………………………………

Childcare……………………………………

Insurance……………………………………

Clothing……………………………………..

Maintenance Payments……………………..

Entertainment……………………………….

Miscellaneous/Other………………………..

TOTAL EXPENSES………………………

$____________ (A) minus $____________ (B)

TOTAL INCOME – TOTAL EXPENSES

MONTH: _____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________ (A)

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________

$____________ (B)

= $____________ = TOTAL

MONTHLY BALANCE

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S E P T E M B E R

Alberta Indigenous Arts Individual Project

Criteria:

• Applicants must be residents of Alberta to be eligible. For the purposes of this program, a

resident is a person legally entitled to be or remain in Canada, and, who has had his or her

primary residence in Alberta for at least one full year before applying to this grant stream.

• Previous project grant recipients are eligible if they have met all reporting requirements and do

not have any outstanding projects.

• To be eligible for a project grant, an ensemble must be made up of members who meet the

individual criteria; applicants, including ensembles, must not be incorporated under either

provincial or federal legislation.

• Projects must not start before the application is received by the AFA. The AFA does not fund

projects retroactively. Funding is not assured for any project.

Deadline: September 1st and February 1st

Website: https://www.affta.ab.ca/funding/find-funding/indigenous-arts-individual-project-funding

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TransAl ta Abor ig inal Bursary Program

Criteria:

• An Aboriginal person with proof of status;

• A full-time student of a post-secondary program or trades program;

• Provide progress updates to TransAlta throughout the duration of your studies; and

• Provide information as requested by TransAlta.

Deadline: September 15th (Annually)

Website: http://www.transalta.com/communities/aboriginal

Pamphlet: http://www.transalta.com/sites/default/files/Poster%20-%20Aboriginal%20Scholarship.pdf

Application: http://www.transalta.com/sites/default/files/Aboriginal%20bursary%20application.pdf

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Harvard Broadcasting Inc. Entrance Award

Criteria:

• Must be an applicant for one of the following: Music diploma or degree, Journalism

major in the Bachelor of Communications degree program

• Preference will be given to Aboriginals, women, visible minorities and persons with

disabilities

Deadline: September 23

Website:

https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

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Alberta B lue Cross 50 th Anniversary Scholarship f or Aborig inal S tudents

Criteria:

• Must be of Aboriginal ancestry (First Nation, Inuit or Métis)

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• Resident of Alberta for one year prior to applying

• Completed final year of high school and entering first year post-secondary in Alberta

• Evaluated on basis of results shown in their Alberta Education High School transcript

Deadline: September 30th

Website: http://www.ab.bluecross.ca/aboutus/aboriginal-scholarships.html

Application: https://www.ab.bluecross.ca/pdfs/aborapp.pdf _____________________________________________________________________________________

Syncrude Bache lor of Commerce Abor ig inal Award Cri ter i a :

• Awarded to individuals who have self-identified as Aboriginal (proof of First Nations,

Métis, or Inuit descent required) and who are registered full-time in the Bachelor of

Commerce degree program at MacEwan University. Priority will be given to the

applicant with the highest overall cumulative GPA who has completed more than 30

credits in MacEwan’s Bachelor of Commerce degree program.

Deadline: September 30th, 2017

Website:https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=rRCmnIFXiz8BYflm3%40apeQ%3d%3

d&SessionID=jMyF0HpIcX2gQd4oVefTFhG3wZZwpcE5A2Q3FOGxDaY%3d&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd0f

pR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

Cenovus Energy – Aboriginal Scholarship

Criteria:

• Community Involvement;

• Alberta resident;

• Proof of Aboriginal status;

• Enrolled at an accredited post secondary institution; and

• Financial need

Deadline: September 30th , 2017 Website: http://www.cenovus.com/careers/aboriginal-scholarship.html

O C T O B E R

Robert C . Carson Memoria l Bursary

Student must be nominated by program. The qualifying institutions are: Lethbridge College, Mount

Royal University, MacEwan University, University of Calgary and University of Alberta.

Criteria:

• Applicants must be Alberta resident

• Full-time students enrolled in their second years of either Law Enforcement or

Criminal Justice

Deadline: October 1st

Website: http://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships/?SK=224

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Advancing Futures Bursary

Criteria:

• Advancing Futures is a post-secondary bursary program for youth aged 18 to 24 who

have been in government care.

Deadlines: October 1st, June 1st and February 1st

Website: http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/15616.html

The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Prairie Equity Scholarship

Criteria:

• Resident of Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba.

• Attending or planning to attend in 2017, on a full-time basis, a post-secondary

institution in Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba in a recognized Broadcast program.

(Though applicants may apply prior to enrollment, proof of enrollment will be required

before payment is finalized.)

• Signature of head of institution’s Broadcast Department or of high school Counselor or

Principal certifying that the applicant meets the eligibility requirements.

Deadline: October 6th, 2017 Website: http://chattelevision.ca/core/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/2017-Prairie-Equity-Scholarships-

Info-Application.pdf

Canadian Medica l Foundat ion Dr . John Big Canoe Memorial Scho larsh ip

Criteria:

• Undergraduate Aboriginal student enrolled in the last or second last year of study in a

Canadian school of medicine;

• Strong academic performance; and

• Outstanding contributions to the Aboriginal community in Canada.

Deadline: October 9th

Website: http://indigenous.athabascau.ca/resources/awards/health/

D rea mca t ch er Fund

Funding Opportunity for:

• Status members;

• Must be non-profit;

• Individual band members;

• Community groups and organizations;

• Minor sports teams;

• Special events; and

• Elite adult teams.

Deadline: October 13, 2017 and July 14, 2017

Application: http://www.dcfund.ca/data/uploads/DC%20Project%20Guidelines%20and%20form%20dec2016%20NEW.pdf

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Website: http://www.dcfund.ca

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Métis Nation of Alberta Scholarship Awards

Criteria:

• Students must include completed application form, reference letter, and a written piece

describing qualifications

• Provide proof of registration as well as details of the post-secondary program

Deadline: October 31st, 2017

Website: http://albertametis.com/2016/10/mna-scholarship-awards/

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ALTALINK Aboriginal Scholarship Program

Criteria:

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution;

• Treaty applicants must be born in Alberta;

• Métis applicants must either be a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta Association or an

Alberta Métis Settlement, or must have been living in Alberta for at least the past three months

with a Métis membership card from another province. Deadline: October 31st

Website: http://www.altalink.ca/aboriginalscholarships

N O V E M B E R

Pos t -Secondary Educat ion Bursary Aw ards

Criteria:

• A Canadian resident who is either First Nation Status or Non-Status, Inuit or Métis;

• Enrolled as a full-time student at post-secondary level in a program of study that is a

minimum of two academic years at an accredited university, college or CEGEP and

pursuing a certificate, diploma or degree. An exception is made for one-year upgrading

or certification programs after an initial degree has been obtained

• Studying in the fields of Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Law,

Science, Technical Studies, Education, Social Science and Social Work

Deadline: November 1st

Website: http://indspire.ca/for-students/bursaries-scholarships/

Application: https://secure.indspire.ca/

Gi l Purce l l Memoria l Journal i sm Scho larship

Criteria:

• Must be First Nation (Status / Non-status), Inuit or Métis;

• Enrolled at a Canadian university or community college;

• Enrolled in a journalism program or actively involved in a volunteer capacity

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with a student newspaper or broadcast station; and

• Open to both French and English speaking Native Canadians.

Deadline: November 1st (Annually)

Website: http://www.thecanadianpress.com/careers.aspx?id=106

Application: http://www.thecanadianpress.com/uploadedFiles/About_CP/Careers/Gillis_Purcell_Scholarship_Application.p

df

JANUARY

MacEw an – Mét is Educat ion Foundat ion Mét is Scho lar Aw ards

Criteria:

Students must be enrolled full time (taking a minimum of 9 credits per term) in any certificate,

diploma, applied undergraduate degree, or undergraduate degree program at MacEwan University;

• Students must demonstrate financial need;

• Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.3 in the previous fall semester;

• Students must be Canadian citizens;

• Students must provide proof of Métis heritage, with at least one of the following:

1. Photocopy of MNA membership card (which can be obtained from the MNA)

or, a membership card in any one of the following Métis organizations: Métis

Settlements of Alberta, Métis Nation of Ontario, Manitoba Métis Federation, Métis

Nation – Saskatchewan, Métis Nation British Columbia; or

2. Photocopy of parent(s)/grandparent(s), aunts/uncles or siblings’ membership

card in any of the above named Métis organizations; or

3. Proof of Métis genealogy.

• Students must also submit a letter explaining to the Selection Committee why receiving

a Métis Education Foundation Métis Scholar Award will benefit them in achieving

their educational goals;

• Priority will be given in the following order to students enrolled in:

1. Undergraduate degree or applied undergraduate degree programs (1st)

2. Diploma programs (2nd)

3. Certificate programs (3rd)

• Priority within each category above will be given based on cumulative GPA ranking;

• To qualify for these awards, the student cannot also be receiving a MNA

Labour Market Development sponsorship; and

• To qualify for these awards, the student cannot be a registered or treaty Indian.

Deadline: January 1st

Website:https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG

%2f%2fd0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

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Mary Burlie Bursary

Criteria:

• Enrolled full-time in a Social Work program

• Demonstrate financial need

• Student must have experienced hardships associated with racism, oppression and growing up

in poverty and require financial assistance to continue studies

Deadline: January 20th

Website: http://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/frmHome.aspx

Application: http://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/PDF%20Applications/Bursaries/Mary%20burlie.pdf

Alberta Ind ian Arts and Craf ts Society Scholarship

Criteria:

• Awarded to promising young Alberta First Nations artists who have shown excellence

or creativity in their work.

• Applicants must submit 1-5 photos or slides of different works (any medium).

• Submissions should be accompanied by a resume.

Deadline: January 21st

Website:

https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

CFRN CTV Televis ion Inc . Bursary

At least one of these bursaries will be made available to an Aboriginal student:

Design Studies – one $1,100 Bursary

Journalism – one $1,100 Bursary

Theatre Arts – one $ 1,100 Bursary

Music – one $1,100 Bursary

Public Relations – one $1,100 Bursary

Criteria:

• Must be in good standing;

• Demonstrate financial need; and

• Enrolled full-time.

Deadline: January 21st

Website:

https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

CN Bursary

Criteria:

• Awarded to an Aboriginal woman in a Business-Related Discipline;

• Students in the School Business must apply; and

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• Priority is given to students in the Management Studies or Bachelor of Commerce

programs.

Deadline: January 21st

Website: https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

Stephen Mandel Aboriginal Business Award Presented by Syncrude Criteria:

• Enrolled full-time or part-time in any program in the School of Business;

• Provide proof of confirmed First Nations, Métis or Inuit heritage;

• Good academic standing; and

• Submit a completed application form including the identification of their community

involvement.

Deadline: January 20th Website: http://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/frmHome.aspx (search by keyword)

Peace Hi l l s Abor ig ina l Business Leadership Aw ard

Criteria:

• Student must be in satisfactory academic standing (GPA of 2.0 or higher), and enrolled

in a MacEwan School of Business program. Recipient will be selected based on

leadership qualities as demonstrated by involvement in, and commitment to

extracurricular and community activities

• Applicants must provide proof of confirmed First Nations, Métis or Inuit heritage.

Preference will be given to students in their first year of study

Deadline: January 26th

Website: https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

Sylv ia Schulze Memoria l Scho larsh ip in Soc ia l Work

Criteria:

• Awarded to a Social Work student who demonstrates excellence in clinical work.

Deadline: January 27th

Website: http://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/frmHome.aspx (search by keyword)

Bell Media Radio GP Scholarship

Criteria:

• Awarded to an Aboriginal student enrolled in the Music Program who demonstrates

outstanding academic achievement in comparison with other Aboriginal student’s achievement

within the same program.

Deadline: January 26th

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Website: http://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/frmHome.aspx

Shauna Seneca Award

Criteria:

• To be eligible to apply, students must be of Aboriginal heritage, enrolled full time in the

Bachelor of Child and Youth Care program, and demonstrate financial need. The program will

select from applicants whom have demonstrated great perseverance and commitment to their

studies, which may also be described as a strong work ethic.

Deadline: January 26th

Website:

https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3d%3d

F E B R U A R Y Advancing Futures Bursary

Criteria:

• Advancing Futures is a post-secondary bursary program for youth aged 18 to 24 who

have been in government care.

Deadlines: February 1st, June 1st and October 1st

Website: http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/15616.html

Alberta Indigenous Arts Individual Project Grant

Criteria:

• Applicants must be residents of Alberta to be eligible. For the purposes of this program, a

resident is a person legally entitled to be or remain in Canada, and, who has had his or her

primary residence in Alberta for at least one full year before applying to this grant stream.

• Previous project grant recipients are eligible if they have met all reporting requirements and do

not have any outstanding projects.

• To be eligible for a project grant, an ensemble must be made up of members who meet the

individual criteria; applicants, including ensembles, must not be incorporated under either

provincial or federal legislation.

• Projects must not start before the application is received by the AFA. The AFA does not fund

projects retroactively. Funding is not assured for any project.

Deadline: February 1st and September 1st

Website: https://www.affta.ab.ca/funding/find-funding/indigenous-arts-individual-project-funding

Sam Bul l Memorial Scho larsh ip

Criteria:

• Applicants must be a First Nations person;

• A resident of Alberta;

• Currently taking undergraduate or graduate studies;

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• Can provide proof of full-time enrollment in a post-secondary institution in a program

of Law and/or Political Science;

• Maintain a full course work load leading to a recognized degree or diploma; and

• Provide a statement of personal/academic goals as they relate to First Nation

community development.

Deadline: February 15th (Annually)

Website: http://www.aiicbusiness.org/sambull.htm

Application: http://www.aiicbusiness.org/download/SamBullApplication.pdf

Senator James Glads tone Memoria l Scholarsh ip

Criteria:

• Applicants must be First Nations;

• A resident of Alberta;

• Currently taking undergraduate or graduate studies;

• Provide a completed application form, together with the statements of objectives and

certified copy of transcripts;

• Provide proof of full-time enrollment in a post-secondary institution in a program of

Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting or Small Business Development /

Entrepreneurial Studies;

• Maintain a full course work load leading to a recognized degree, certificate or diploma;

• Provide a statement of personal/academic goals as they relate to First Nation business

development and economic development in the First Nation community.

Deadline: February 15th (Annually)

Website: http://www.aiicbusiness.org/gladstone.htm

Application: http://www.aiicbusiness.org/download/SenatorJamesApplication.pdf

RBC Aborig ina l S tudent Aw ards Program

Criteria:

• You are a permanent resident or citizen of Canada

• You have applied or are currently attending an accredited post-secondary institution in Canada

• You maintain a full course load that leads to a recognized degree, certificate or diploma

• You have at least two years remaining in your post-secondary studies as of September 2016

• You require financial assistance to pursue your education

Deadline: February 28th

Website: http://www.rbc.com/careers/aboriginal_student_awards.html

MARCH

T ed T rind e l l Memo r ia l S ch o la r sh ip

Criteria:

• Métis or Non-Status students from the Northwest Territories;

• Enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies; and

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• Selection will be based on academic merit and financial need.

Deadline: March 8th

Website: http://www.ammsa.com/node/29939

Be lcourt Brosseau Mét i s Awards

Criteria:

• Canadian citizen or permanent resident;

• Métis status;

• Demonstrate financial need;

• Have applied or been accepted to an academic training program at a qualified post

secondary or vocational school; and

• Pursuing a program of study leading to a recognized license, certificate, diploma, or

undergraduate or professional degree.

Deadline: March 31st

Website: http://www.bbma.ca

Application: http://ecf.getopenfield.com/applications/accounts/login/?next=/applications/ (create

online account to fill out application.)

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Elexis Schloss Aboriginal Upgrading Award

Criteria:

• Accepted into full or part-time study in the Preparation for University and College program at

MacEwan University;

• Self-identify as Aboriginal (proof of First Nations, Métis or Inuit descent required);

• Intend to pursue a certificate, diploma or degree program at an Alberta post-secondary

institution;

• Demonstrate community involvement; and

• Demonstrate financial need.

Deadline: April 25th

Website: https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd0fpR7Vd

VUIvrQ%3d%3d

Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc.

Criteria:

• Provide evidence that they are Métis;

• Have financial need;

• Have been an Alberta resident for at least three years prior to applying;

• Demonstrate an investment in, and a commitment to, a community in Alberta;

• Complete the bursary application and attach a certified copy of transcripts;

• Be enrolled in a recognized post-secondary institution; and

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• Provide a letter of acceptance.

Deadline: April 30th

Website: http://apeetogosan.com/

Application: http://www.apeetogosan.com/assets/Apeetogosan20Bursary20form.pdf

Northern Alberta Deve lopment Bursary

Criteria:

• Have been a resident of Alberta for 12 consecutive months before the start of your program

• Are enrolled full-time in a post-secondary program designated for provincial funding

• Are within two years of completing your post-secondary program

• Are not in default of a provincial student loan

Deadline: April 30th

Website: http://benorth.ca/nadc-bursary.asp

Application: http://benorth.ca/assets/forms/NADC-Bursary-2016.pdf

CN Canadian Diversity Scholarships:

Criteria:

• Eligibility: Women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal, and Veterans;

• Enrolled in an undergraduate degree in: Engineering, Transportation, Sales & Marketing,

Human Resources, Indigenous Studies, Accounting and Finance;

• Average of 80% or over the last three semesters; and

• Interested in and available for a summer internship with CN.

Deadline: April 30th

Website: http://jobs.cn.ca/en/CanadianScholarships/#.V1GnRtkrKM8

M A Y

CINUP Scholarship Program

Criteria:

• Completed high school with a minimum scholastic average of 75% (please submit most recent

grades)

• Currently enrolled in a pre-approved post-secondary institution

• Write a 500-word essay about the value of education and how education will brighten his/her

future

Deadline: May 1st

Website: http://www.fhs.mcmaster.ca/ashs/documents/WU-2012%20CINUP_Scholarship_Program.pdf

J . Michael Waldram Memoria l Model Fores t Fe l lowship

Nomination Criteria:

• The individual is a Canadian Aboriginal youth (under 30 years of age)

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• The individual is enrolled in at least their second (2nd) year in either a degree or

diploma program in natural resource management at a Canadian university or college

• The individual has not previously received the Fellowship

Deadline: May 15th

Application: http://www.wahnapitaefirstnation.com/images/stories/wfn_pdfs/jmwaldram_2013_en.pdf

Joe P. Card ina l Bursary/ In ternship Aw ard – The Abor ig ina l Mul t i -Media

Socie ty of Alberta

Criteria:

• First Nations, Inuit or Métis status; hold permanent Canadian resident status and live in

Alberta

• Enrolled in the 2nd year (or beyond) of a Canadian post-secondary Journalism or

Radio & Television Arts Program or Equivalent Certified Training Program (as

recognized by Alberta Learning), and can produce a transcript of grades from the 1st

year

• Available to participate in a 4-week internship program at AMMSA at the

completion of the school year. (There is an opportunity for the internship to be

extended to a 4-month paid internship.)

• Have an interest in acting as an ambassador for the broadcast industry and serving as a

role model for other Aboriginal people to encourage them to pursue careers in

broadcasting

Deadline: May 15th

Website: http://www.ammsa.com/content/joe-p-cardinal-bursaryinternship-award-aboriginal-multi-

media-society-ammsa

Legal S tudies f or Nat ive Peop le

Criteria:

• A Canadian resident Aboriginal individual who is either Non-Status First Nation* or

Métis and recognized by the Federal Government.

*In these guidelines Non-Status First Nation person means a person who is not

registered on the Government of Canada’s Indian Band Registry List, however, is

A direct descendant of a parent(s) or grandparent(s) who is on the Government of

Canada’s Indian Band Registry List and holds a valid Certificate of Indian Status

Card. A Non-Status First Nation is a nation that the Federal Government has

designated and recognizes as a Non-Status First Nation.

Deadline: May 1st

Website: http://indspire.ca/for-students/bursaries-scholarships/

Mét i s & Non -Sta tus Bursary Program

Criteria:

• Métis or Non-Status Indian;

• Demonstrate financial need;

• Have been an Alberta resident for at least three years prior to applying;

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• Demonstrate an investment in, and a commitment to Aboriginal communities in

Alberta;

• Not receiving a full salary or equivalent during the academic year that funding is

being provided;

• Enrolled in a recognized post-secondary institution (community college or

university) within Canada; and

• Provide a “letter of acceptance” and confirmation of full course load.

Deadline: May 31st

Website: http://humanservices.alberta.ca/department/15041.html ***NOTE: Applicable to both Full-time & Part-time studies- please see website for further information

Aborig ina l Scholarship Opportuni ty

The Weather Network – Pe lmorex Inc .

Criteria:

• Must be status or non-status Aboriginal student;

• Enrolled full time in a Broadcasting or Journalism program at a Canadian

College or University; and

• Received passing marks in their previous year of study.

Deadline: May 31st

Website: http://www.theweathernetwork.com/careers/scholarships

J U N E

Advancing Futures Bursary

Criteria:

• Advancing Futures is a post-secondary bursary program for youth aged 18 to 24 who

have been in government care.

Deadlines: June 1st, October 1st and February 1st

Website: http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/family-community/15616.html

Aborig ina l Heal th Careers Bursary & Scholarship Aw ards

Criteria:

• A Canadian resident Aboriginal individual who is either First Nation status or non

status, Inuit or Métis;

• Enrolled as a full-time student at the post-secondary level in a program of study that is

a minimum of two academic years – at an accredited university or college; pursuing a

certificate, diploma or degree. There is an EXCEPTION made for one-year upgrading

or certification programs such as Nurse Practitioner after a Bachelor of Science in

Nursing;

• Studying in a branch of the Health Sciences such as: Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy,

Lab Technology, Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Nutrition, Health Administration and Public

Health Policy.

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Deadline: June 1st

Website: http://indspire.ca/

Aborig ina l Veterans ’ Scholarship Trus t – Canada

Criteria:

• Students who are enrolled in a field of study that supports and contributes to

Aboriginal self-governance and economic self-reliance such as Technology Studies,

Business, Science, Law and Education.

• Post-secondary program of at least two years at any recognized Canadian post

secondary institution.

Deadline: June 1st

Website: https://indspire.ca/programs/building-brighter-futures/apply-for-a-bursary-or-scholarship/

Application: https://indspire.ca/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/indspire-building-brighter-futures-

application-2013-en2.pdf (Post-Secondary Education Bursary Application)

Pos t -Secondary Educat ion Bursary Aw ards

Criteria:

• A Canadian resident Aboriginal individual who is either First Nation Status or Non

Status, Inuit or Métis.

• Enrolled as a full-time student at the post-secondary level in a program of study that is

a minimum of two academic years at an accredited university, college or CEGEP and

pursuing a certificate, diploma or degree. An exception is made for one-year upgrading

or certification programs after an initial degree has been obtained.

• Studying in the fields of Business, Engineering, Information Technology, Law,

Science, Technical Studies, Education, Social Science or Social Work.

Deadline: June 1st

Website: http://indspire.ca/scholarships

Application: http://indspire.ca/applications

Husky Energy Aboriginal Education Award

Criteria:

• Canadian Citizen of Aboriginal Ancestry

• In need of financial assistance

• Affiliated with a community in close proximity to Husky Operations

• Registered in a recognized secondary institution, community/technical college or university

• Programs of study leading to a degree, diploma or certificate

• Possess satisfactory academic qualifications

• Maintain a full course load as defined by the institution

• Preference is given to disciplines relevant to the petroleum industry

Deadline: June 1st

Website: http://www.huskyenergy.com/socialresponsibility/aboriginalaffairs/educationawards.asp

Application: https://secure.indspire.ca/

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C an adi an N at iv e A r t s C oun ci l

Criteria:

• Assists talented Aboriginal artists with financial aid for education and training in the

arts, including crafts.

Deadline: June 15th

Website: http://canadacouncil.ca/funding/grants/creating-knowing-sharing/indigenous-organizations

Aborig ina l Business Leadersh ip Awards

Criteria:

• First priority will be given to one or more self-employed Aboriginal students who are

for the first time attending a public post-secondary educational institution in Alberta

and enrolled in a program leading to a certificate, diploma or degree in a Business or

Commerce program.

• Second priority will be given to one or more mature Aboriginal students who are, for

the first time, attending a public post-secondary educational institution in Alberta and

enrolled in a program leading to a certificate, diploma, or degree in a Business or

Commerce program.

• Third priority will be given to one or more Aboriginal students attending a public post

secondary educational institution in Alberta and enrolled in a program leading to a

certificate, diploma, or degree in a Business or Commerce program.

Deadline: June 15th

Website: https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd0fpR7VdVUIvrQ%3

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Aborig ina l Canad ians Scholarship of the Nat iona l Union’s Program

Criteria:

• All Aboriginal Canadian children (including foster children) of National Union of

Public and General Employee’s members who plan to enter the first (1st) year of a

Canadian public post-secondary education institution full-time in 2017-2018.

Deadline: June 30th

Website: http://www.nupge.ca/content/national-unions-scholarship-program-2017

Application: http://www.nupge.ca/sites/default/files/documents/english_application_and_cover_aboriginal.pdf

Co ld Lake O perat ions - Imper ia l /Esso Oi l Abor ig inal Scholarsh ip Aw ards

Program

Criteria:

• Be a registered member of one of the following communities:

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FIRST NATIONS: Beaver Lake First Nation; Cold Lake First Nation; Frog Lake First

Nation; Heart Lake First Nation; Kehewin Cree Nation; Saddle Lake First Nation; or

Whitefish (Goodfish) Lake First Nation;

OR

MÉTIS: Buffalo Lake Métis Association; Elizabeth Métis Association; Fishing Lake

Métis Association; Métis Nation of Alberta – Region 2; Métis Nation of Alberta –

Region 1 (Born in or resident of Lac La Biche only);

• Resident of Alberta;

• Have a high school diploma or GED; and

• Can provide proof of acceptance into a post-secondary educational institution in

petroleum industry career path.

Deadline: June 30th

Brochure: http://cdn.imperialoil.ca/~/media/imperial/files/company/indigenous_education_awards_brochure.pdf Application: http://cdn.imperialoil.ca/~/media/imperial/files/company/indigenous_education_award_application_form.pdf

ConocoPhi l l ip s Abor ig ina l Aw ards Program

The Aboriginal Awards Program has been developed to provide financial assistance to Aboriginal

students pursuing high school and post-secondary education. Award amounts are designated per

education level you are pursuing: Secondary School / Academic Upgrading / Certificate $1,000,

College or Technical Institute $2,000 and University $3,000

Criteria:

• You are of Aboriginal ancestry

• You are a Canadian citizen

• You are enrolled in a full-time program at an accredited Canadian institution

• You demonstrate promising academic qualifications and leadership skills

• You require financial assistance to pursue education

Deadline: June 30th (Annually)

Website: http://awards.conocophillips.ca/

Ind igenous Bar Assoc ia t ion Law Student Scholarship

Criteria:

• An Indigenous Law Student (i.e. First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) currently enrolled in

Law school who, at a minimum, has substantially completed their first year of Legal Studies

• Demonstrates interest in serving the Indigenous community and the Creator with

honour and integrity

• While preference and priority will be given to Indigenous students currently enrolled in

law school, students enrolled in other professional legal studies may also be considered for the

Scholarship (i.e. LL.M. students, graduate students, and bar admission course students).

Deadline: June 30th (Annually)

Website: http://www.indigenousbar.ca/awards/educational_scholarship.html

Application: http://www.indigenousbar.ca/awards/form/scholarship%20revised%20application-2012.pdf

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Rod Hyde Abor ig inal Educat ion Award

Criteria:

• Have lived in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for at least one year

immediately prior to applying for the award, or formerly been a long-term resident;

• Be registered as a full-time student leading to a recognized degree or diploma;

• Provide parental or spousal (common law included) financial information as required

by our application form;

• Provide your most recent transcripts from the last institute attended with your

application; and

• Provide proof of acceptance into accredited colleges or universities within Canada

before an award can be received.

Deadline: June 30th

Website: http://www.syncrude.ca/assets/pdf/Community/Rod-Hyde-Award-Criteria.pdf

Application: http://www.syncrude.ca/assets/pdf/2014-Rod-Hyde-Award-Application.pdf

Rose Nolan Memoria l Scholarship

Criteria:

• Be an Aboriginal woman (First Nation Status)

• Be a member of a First Nation community in Canada

• Be a Canadian resident

• Have recently completed one year of full-time studies within the past two months at

any post-secondary educational or training institution and returning in the fall

Deadline: June 30th

Website: http://www.tednolanfoundation.com/

Application info: http://tednolanfoundation.com/Documents/Rose_Nolan_Eligibility_2016.pdf

Application: http://tednolanfoundation.com/Documents/Rose_Nolan_Exceptionalities_2016.pdf

NIEEF National Indigenous Economic Education Fund Scholarship Application

Criteria:

• Priority will be given to those students that are enrolled in one of the Cando accredited

institutions;

• Must be a current Cando Student Member;

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student in a post-secondary institution;

• Proof of Aboriginal ancestry; and

• Studying in the fields of: Business Administration/Economics, Business Finance, Business

Management, Natural Resources or CED.

Deadline: June 30th

Website: http://www.edo.ca/conference/2017/nieef-scholarship

Application: http://cando.editmy.website/downloads/2017-nieef-scholarship-application.pdf

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J U LY

A l l i ance Pipe l ine Aborig ina l S tudent Aw ards Program

Criteria:

• Active members of an Aboriginal community (band or settlement);

• A resident of British Columbia, Alberta, or Saskatchewan; and

• Enrolled in, or have applied to, a technical school, college, or university in a program

relevant to the oil and gas industry.

Deadline: July 1st (Annually)

Website: http://www.alliancepipeline.com/Community/AboriginalRelations/Pages/ASA.aspx

Application: http://www.alliancepipeline.com/Community/AboriginalRelations/Documents/ASA_ApplicationForm.pdf

Na t i ve Women’s Associa t ion of Canada - Helen Basse t t Commemorat ive

Scho larsh ip

Criteria:

• Must be pursuing post-secondary studies (Priority placed to Law Studies);

• Must be 30 years of age or younger;

• Must demonstrate financial need;

• Must demonstrate commitment to improving the situation of Aboriginal women and

youth; and

• Former Youth Council members are not eligible to apply.

Deadline: July 10th

Website: https://www.nwac.ca/get-involved/helen-bassett-award/

D rea mca t ch er Fund

Funding Opportunity for:

• Status members only;

• Must be non-profit;

• Individual band members;

• Community groups and organizations;

• Minor sports teams;

• Special events; and

• Elite adult teams.

Deadline: July 14, 2017 and October 13, 2017

Application: http://www.dcfund.ca/data/uploads/DC%20Project%20Guidelines%20and%20form%20dec2016%20NEW.pdf

Website: http://www.dcfund.ca

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The J im Bourque Scho larsh ip

Criteria:

• Enrolled in post-secondary training in Education, Environmental Studies, Traditional

Knowledge or Telecommunications

• A Canadian Aboriginal student

Deadline: July 15th

Website: http://arctic.ucalgary.ca/jim-bourque-scholarship

Alberta Pacific Forest Industry Inc. – Aboriginal Education Partnership Program

Criteria:

• Provide proof of status;

• Provide proof of acceptance of full-time enrollment in a degree or diploma program in an

accredited post-secondary institution;

• Demonstrate financial need;

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and outlook;

• Demonstrate community involvement, as well as a 500-word essay that outlines their chosen

field as well as their potential for success; and

• A minimum of three positive references is required.

Deadline: July 15th Website: https://alpac.ca/corporate-responsibility/community-investment/scholarships

Application: https://alpac.ca/application/files/1114/6004/0213/Aboriginal_Education_Scholarship.pdf ___________________

Norman Taylor Memoria l Bursary Program

Cri ter ia :

• Attending post-secondary school as a full-time student (Proof of enrolment)

• Academic Programs include: Business Administration, Business Management,

Accounting Program, Commerce and/or finance related such as the AFOA Canada

Certified Aboriginal Financial Management (CAFM) Program

• Completed Application Form and to include a Letter of Personal introduction (see page

2 for requirements)

• Financial need will be a consideration

Deadline: July 24

Website: https://www.afoa.ca/afoaen/ILC_Charity/Norman_Taylor_Memorial_Bursary/en/Indigenous_Learning_Centre/

NT_Bursary_and_Scholarship/Norman_Taylor_Memorial_Bursary.aspx?hkey=0484b735-5cf8-4f89-9466-

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A U G U S T

ATCO Ind igenous Educat ion Awards

Cri ter ia :

• Complete an application form

• Obtain a reference letter

• Provide a short essay (minimum 250 words)

• Provide proof of enrollment in upcoming semester

• Submit official transcripts

Deadline: August 1st (Annually)

Website: http://www.atco.com/Our-Commitment/Aboriginal-Relations/Indigenous-Education-Awards-Program

ASPIRE CANADA

Criteria:

• Complete the scholarship application;

• Submit a scholarship essay;

• Complete professional profile; and

• Site participation is a requirement.

Deadline: August 31st, 2017

Website: http://www.aspire-canada.com/online-scholarship-application/

Canada Pos t Aborig ina l Educat ion Incent ive Aw ard

Criteria:

• The applicant must be a First Nations (Status or Non-Status), Métis or Inuit person

with a treaty or membership number;

• The applicant must be a Canadian citizen;

• The applicant must have returned to school after being absent / having interrupted their

studies for at least one year;

• The applicant must have completed one full year of educational / vocational or trade

skills training; and

• Recipients of this award cannot apply again in the following years;

Deadline: August 31st

Website: https://www.canadapost.ca/web/en/pages/aboutus/details.page?article=aboriginaleducation

Application: https://goto-apply.ca/canadapost/

Norman Wel ls Operat ions – Imper ia l Oi l / Esso Sahtu Aborig inal

Scho larsh ip Award

Criteria:

• Be a Sahtu beneficiary;

• Maintain residency in the Sahtu region for at least one (1) year immediately prior to

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applying for the award. (Students attending school out of the Sahtu may be

considered);

• Pursue studies in disciplines relevant to the Norman Wells Operations (e.g.,

Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, Accounting, Computer Science, Administrative,

and Petroleum Technologies); and

• Be registered as a full-time student in a recognized educational institution.

Deadline: August 31st

Website: http://www.imperialoil.ca/en-ca/company/innovation-and-research/university-research-awards/university-research-awards

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SCHOLARSHIPS “NO DEADLINE”

A bo r ig in a l A mb ass ad ors in th e N a tura l S c i en ces and En gin eer in g

Supp l emen t Prog ra m

Criteria:

• Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;

• First Nations person of Canada;

• Hold a USRA**, Vanier CGS, Alexander Graham Bell CGS, PGS, PDF, IPS, IRDF, or

Northern Research Internship; and

• Maintain full-study.

Deadline: None

Website: http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/Aboriginal-Autochtones_eng.asp *Includes the Indian, Inuit and Métis peoples of Canada.

**USRA recipients are eligible for holding an AANSE supplement up to 4 months after the end of their

USRA

Akai tcho / NWT Treaty 8 Scholarship /Bursaries

NWT Treaty 8 Member from the Akaitcho Territory - Dene First Nation (DFN) Treaty #8 members

from the Akaitcho Territory Government.

These Nations include Lutselk'e, Deninu Kue, Yellowknife, Salt River and Smith's Landing students’.

Required:

• Cover letter stating address and phone number;

• A Statement of Intent;

• A letter from the Registrar’s Office indicating current year enrollment status and

Program;

• One (1) or two (2) letters of reference from Instructors or Professors (1st year students a

character reference letter);

• A brief essay / report on Treaty #8 or a member of first nation’s goals and objectives

(A maximum of 500 words); and

• DIAND Number (Treaty).

AN APPLICATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS SCHOLARSHIP

Please submit criteria information to:

Scholarship Selection Committee

c/o Akaitcho Territory Government

General Delivery

Fort Resolution, NT X0E 0M0

OR

Fax To: 867-394-3413

Deadline: Please contact

Telephone: 867-394-3313

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C an ada Coun c i l f or th e A r t s

Offer:

• Variety of grants, awards and services to professional Canadian artists and arts

organizations within dance, media arts, music, theatre, writing and publishing,

interdisciplinary work, performance art, and visual arts

• Grants for Individual Professional Artists

• Annual and multi-year funding

• Project assistance funding

Deadline Varies

Website: http://www.canadacouncil.ca/

C FC W LT D . S ch o la rsh ip s

Criteria:

• Enrolled in Public Relations, Arts and Cultural Management, Design Studies or Music

• Demonstrates outstanding academic achievement

• Special consideration will be given to women and/or visible minorities when a choice

of equally qualified candidates arises

• One award offered for $1,000

Website:

https://awards.macewan.ca/BASS/schAlpha.aspx?PersonId=&SessionID=&Criteria=jh83cG%2f%2fd

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I nd ig en o u s S ch o larsh ip Pro g ra m – Ho l id ay Inn Van couv er Dow n tow n

Criteria:

• First Nation youth pursuing post-secondary education

• Demonstrates financial need

• Demonstrates academic achievement

• Community involvement

• Provide career aspirations

Deadline: Anytime

Website: http://www.holidayinnvancouverdowntown.com/

Application: http://www.holidayinnvancouverdowntown.com/downloads/2011_Aboriginal_Flyer_HIDV_Mar10_11.pdf

DE BEERS BUSRARIES 2017

Criteria:

• Matric certificate;

• Enrolled in the required field of study;

• BTech students will be considered; and

• Un-bonded students.

Website: https://www.debeersgroup.com/en/careers/bursaries.html

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Laurence Decore Awards for Student Leadership

Website: http://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships/?SK=217

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ADDITIONAL FUNDING OPTIONS

Alberta Aboriginal Women’s Society

The Alberta’s Aboriginal Women’s Society assists with employment, training (i.e.,

PSW, Truck Driving, Hair Dressing, etc.), pre-employment assistance, mobility

assistance, or post-secondary assistance.

Email: aaws@telusplanet.net

Alberta Opportunities Bursary

The Alberta Opportunities Bursary was created to offset the rising costs of post-

secondary education and related student debt loads. The government portion of the

program provides non-repayable assistance from $500 up to a maximum of $1,500

annually for qualifying students. You must be enrolled in your first or second year of

full-time post-secondary studies at a participating institution and qualify for an Alberta

student loan of at least $4,000. Students are automatically considered for Alberta

Opportunities Bursaries when they apply for a student loan at a participating institution.

Website: http://alis.alberta.ca/et/fo/scholarships/scholarships.html

Financial Assistance for Nunavut Students (FANS), Government of

Nunavut

Financial Assistance for Nunavut Students (FANS) provides financial support to

Nunavummiut attending a program of study at a designated post-secondary institution.

The intent of FANS is to ensure that financial need is not a barrier to higher education.

FANS is the result of Nunavut's Student Financial Assistance Act and the Regulations

of the Act.

Website: http://gov.nu.ca/family-services/programs-services/financial-assistance-nunavut-students-fans

Freehorse Family Wellness Society

The Post-Secondary Funding Program (PSFP) assists students from various Alberta

First Nations whose status is a result of Bill C-31. Alberta residents from Nunavut and

the Northwest Territories with Indian Treaty Status or Inuit Status are also eligible

under our Post-Secondary Funding Program.

Website: www.freehorse.org

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Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada – AANDC

(formerly known as Indian and Northern Affairs Canada – INAC)

Improving educational outcomes is a shared responsibility. Governments, First Nation

organizations, parents and individual students all have a role to play in achieving real

results. With increased opportunities for employment, the Government will continue to

foster partnerships that help Aboriginal people get the skills and training to take

advantage of job prospects in the North and across Canada.

UCEP – University College Entrance Preparation Program

Post-Secondary Student Support Program

Legal Studies for Aboriginal People Program

Canadian Forces Aboriginal Entry Program

Bold Eagle Program

Aboriginal Training Program in Museum Practices

Website: http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1100100033679

Métis Nation of Alberta

The Labour Market Development Unit offers 11 programs, provided through the Métis

Employment Service centers across Alberta.

Post-Secondary Support offered to individuals seeking assistance in completing the

final requirements of a diploma or degree program under MNA Labour Market

Development criteria. A two-year college program may be funded for occupations

designated as high priorities in each region. A maximum of two semesters of the final

year of university level education may be funded in career-oriented programs.

Other Programs include:

Project-based Training; Individual Training; Job Creation Program; Local Labour

Market Partnerships; Targeting Wage Subsidy; Métis Entrepreneurial Program; Youth

Career Internship Program; Youth Community Connections; Youth Student Summer

Employment Program; Employment Assessments (Persons with Disabilities); and

Employment Support (Persons with Disabilities)

Website: http://www.metisemployment.ca

Métis & Non-Status Bursary Program

Alberta Children and Youth Services may be able to help you pay for your post-

secondary education in the social services field. Bursaries from Alberta Children and

Youth Services are available for full-time or part-time studies. Full-time applicants can

be awarded up to $19,200.

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The Application Process: Bursary applications are accepted annually from January 1st

to May 31st. Registration at a university or college is not required before submitting an

application, but confirmation of enrolment will be required before the bursary is

awarded. Applications are reviewed and decisions are made in June. All applicants

must:

• be either Métis or Non-Status Indian

• have a financial need

• have been an Alberta resident for at least three years prior to applying

• demonstrate an investment in, and a commitment to, aboriginal

communities in Alberta

Website: http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/department/15041.html

Application: http://www.child.gov.ab.ca/home/documents/aboutus/application.pdf

National Indian Brotherhood Trust Fund (NIB Trust Fund)

The National Indian Brotherhood Trust Fund (NIB Trust Fund) is accepting

applications for education programs aimed at healing, reconciliation and knowledge

building.

The NIB Trust Fund allocates funds in accordance with the Indian Residential Schools

Settlement Agreement of 2007 – the largest settlement agreement in Canadian history

which provided compensation to survivors for their experiences at Residential Schools.

Funds are available to First Nation and Métis individuals, governments and

organizations through a competitive application process specific to groups and/or

individuals. The NIB Trust Fund offers a new opportunity separate from Indian

Residential School compensation packages.

Deadline: June 2, 2017

Group applications accepted Fall 2017

For more information please contact the National Indian Brotherhood Trust Fund

directly.

Toll Free: 1-888-268-0520

Fax: 613-686-6757

Email: info@nibtrust.ca

www.nibtrust.ca

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Northwest Territories Students Financial Assistance

The Department of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) offers full-time and

part-time assistance to Northwest Territories’ (NWT) residents attending accredited,

postsecondary institutions and programs through Northwest Territories Student

Financial Assistance (NWTSFA). The purpose of NWTSFA is to supplement the cost

of obtaining a post-secondary education, not to cover all expenses. NWTSFA provides

assistance through a combination of grants, loans, and scholarships.

Website: http://www.nwtsfa.gov.nt.ca/

Oteenow Employment & Training Society

The Oteenow Employment & Training Society will provide Human Resource

Development Programs to First Nations people in the Edmonton metropolitan area to

enable them to become self-reliant and subsequently lead productive lives.

The Mandate of the Oteenow Employment & Training Society is to provide

Governance and Management of First Nation's Urban Resources to implement Labour

Market Programs and services for the benefit of First Nation members residing in the

Edmonton metropolitan area.

Website: www.oteenow.com

Alberta Student Finance

If you are a full-time student needing to supplement your earnings and income sources,

you may be eligible for student financial assistance. Or, you may have a student loan

and want to learn more about interest-free status and repayment. Find comprehensive

information about student financial assistance including loans and grants. There are

student funding assistance programs available if you want to pursue part-time post-

secondary studies. You cannot apply online for funding for part-time studies.

Website: http://www.alis.alberta.ca/ps/fo/studentsfinance/students-finance.html

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OTHER SCHOLARSHIP WEBSITES

AMMSA’s (Aboriginal Multi-Media Society) Guide to Scholarships and Bursaries

http://www.ammsa.com/community-access/scholarships/

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada Aboriginal Bursaries Search Tool

http://www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/eng/1351687337141/1351687403171

Alberta Award for the Study of Canadian Human Rights and Multiculturalism

http://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/alberta-scholarships/?SK=246

Alberta Blue Cross Scholarships for Alberta Students

http://www.ab.bluecross.ca/aboutus/scholarship-program.html

ALIS (Alberta Learning Information Service) For Indigenous People

https://alis.alberta.ca/plan-your-career/additional-resources/for-indigenous-peoples/

Associat ion of Univers i ty and Col leges of Canada

https://juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=834&oth=&lg=1

Alberta Scholarship and Bursary Programs

http://alis.alberta.ca/pdf/scholarships/ScholarshipsBrochure.pdf

LORAN Scholars Foundation

http://www.loranscholar.ca/loran-award/

Canadian Nurses Foundation

http://cnf-fiic.ca/what-we-do/scholarships-and-bursaries/

Edmonton Community Foundation

http://ecfoundation.org/forstudents

MacEwan Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries

http://www.macewan.ca/wcm/SchoolsFaculties/ArtsScience/Programs/BachelorofArts/

ScholarshipsAwardsBursaries/index.htm

Native Women’s Association of Canada - Youth Council

https://www.nwac.ca/get-involved/helen-bassett-award/

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Northwest Territories Student Financial Assistance

http://www.nwtsfa.gov.nt.ca/

Scholarships Canada

http://www.scholarshipscanada.com/

University of Victoria - Office of Indigenous Affairs

http://registrar.uvic.ca/safa/

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INDEX BY MONTH

SEPTEMBER

Alberta Indigenous Arts Individual Project

TransAl ta Abor ig inal Bursary Program

Alberta Blue Cross 50th Anniversary Scholarship for Aboriginal Student

Cenovus Energy – Aboriginal Scholarship

Syncrude Bachelor of Commerce Aboriginal Award

OCTOBER

Robert C. Carson Memorial Bursary

The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Prairie Equity Scholarship

Dreamcatcher Fund

Canadian Medical Foundation Dr. John Big Canoe Memorial Scholarship

ALTALINK Aboriginal Scholarship Program

Métis Nation of Alberta Scholarship Awards

Advancing Futures Bursary

NOVEMBER

Post-Secondary Education Bursary Awards

Gil Purcell Memorial Journalism Scholarship

JANUARY

Alberta Indian Arts and Crafts Society Scholarship

CFRN CTV Television Inc. Bursary

Mary Burlie Bursary

Sylv ia Schulze Memoria l Scho larsh ip in Soc ia l Work

CN Bursary

Stephen Mandel Aboriginal Business Award Presented by Syncrude

Peace Hills Aboriginal Business Leadership Award

MacEwan – Métis Education Foundation Métis Scholar Awards

Bell Media Radio GP Scholarship

Shauna Seneca Award

FEBRUARY

Alberta Indigenous Arts Individual Project Grant

Sam Bull Memorial Scholarship

Advancing Futures Bursary

Senator James Gladstone Memorial Scholarship

RBC Aboriginal Student Awards Program

kihêw waciston 2017-2018 MacEwan Indigenous Centre

MARCH

Ted Trindell Memorial Scholarship

Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards

APRIL

Elexis Schloss Aboriginal Upgrading Award

Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc. Scholarship

Northern Alberta Development Bursary

CN Canadian Diversity Scholarships

MAY

CINUP Scholarship Program

J. Michael Waldram Memorial Model Forest Fellowship

Joe P. Cardinal Bursary/Internship Award – The Aboriginal Multi-Media Society

of Alberta

Legal Studies for Native People

Aboriginal Scholarship Opportunity – The Weather Network

Métis & Non-Status Bursary Program

JUNE

Aboriginal Health Careers Bursary & Scholarship Awards

Aboriginal Veterans’ Scholarship Trust – Canada

Post-Secondary Education Bursary Awards

Husky Energy Aboriginal Education Award

Canadian Native Arts Council

Aboriginal Business Leadership Awards

Aboriginal Canadians Scholarship of the National Union’s Program

Cold Lake Operations - Imperial / Esso Oil Aboriginal Scholarship Award

Program

ConocoPhillips Aboriginal Awards Program

Indigenous Bar Association Law Student Scholarship

Rod Hyde Aboriginal Education Award

Rose Nolan Memorial Scholarship

NIEEF National Indigenous Economic Education Fund Scholarship Application

Advancing Futures Bursary

JULY

Alliance Pipeline Aboriginal Student Awards Program

Dreamcatcher Fund

Native Women’s Association of Canada - Helen Bassett Commemorative

Scholarship

The Jim Bourque Scholarship

kihêw waciston 2017-2018 MacEwan Indigenous Centre

Alberta Pacific Forest Industry Inc. – Aboriginal Education Partnership Program

Norman Taylor Memorial Bursary Program

AUGUST

ATCO Pipelines Aboriginal Education Scholarship

Canada Post Aboriginal Education Initiative Award

Norman Wells Operations – Imperial Oil / Esso Sahtu Aboriginal Scholarship

Award

ASPIRE CANADA