Funding Opportunities for Indigenous Students

Explore scholarships, bursaries, awards, and grants available to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students pursuing education in bioinformatics, STEM fields, and beyond.

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Alberta Blue Cross Scholarships for Indigenous Students

Alberta Blue Cross
Amount: Varies
Type: Scholarship
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: Check website annually

Scholarships for Indigenous students in Alberta pursuing post-secondary education.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students registered in an Alberta post-secondary institution.

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Canada Post Awards for Indigenous Students

Canada Post
Amount: $2,000
Type: Award
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: Check website annually

Annual grants of $2,000 for Indigenous students who are renewing their educational learning. Unique scholarship designed for students who have been out of school for a year or have already completed a full year of schooling.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) who have been out of school for a year or have completed at least one full year of post-secondary education.

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Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation Scholarships

Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation
Amount: Varies
Type: Scholarship Grant
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: Check website for current opportunities

Limited funding for Indigenous students in Ontario. Unique scholarship that can also be applied to purchase computers for special needs students, pay for organized school trips, and other educational circumstances.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students in Ontario. Can be used for tuition, computers, school trips, and other educational needs.

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Genome Canada Indigenous Genomics Training and Capacity Program

Genome Canada
Amount: Varies
Type: Training Grant
Level: All levels
Field of Study: Genomics, Bioinformatics, Life Sciences
Deadline: Check website for current opportunities

This program strengthens First Nations, Métis and Inuit technical, social scientific and community capacities to engage with and conduct genomics research. Provides Indigenous-led training opportunities that integrate Indigenous knowledge systems, values and perspectives with modern science, technology and social scientific critique.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students and community practitioners. Program supports career development and research transition programs that lead to independent research and advance careers in genomics.

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Horatio Alger Indigenous Achievement Scholarships

Horatio Alger Association of Canada
Amount: $10,000
Type: Scholarship
Level: Undergraduate
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: Check website annually

Five scholarships of $10,000 each awarded annually to Indigenous students starting a four-year post-secondary program. In partnership with Indspire, this award recognizes Indigenous students who have demonstrated academic success and personal strength.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) starting a four-year post-secondary program. Must demonstrate academic success, personal strength, and commitment to community.

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Indigenous Career Awards

Government of Alberta
Amount: Varies
Type: Award
Level: All levels
Field of Study: High-demand career fields
Deadline: Check website for current opportunities

Awards for Indigenous students in Alberta pursuing careers in high-demand fields.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students in Alberta enrolled in programs leading to careers in high-demand fields.

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Indspire Building Brighter Futures Bursaries & Scholarships

Indspire
Amount: Varies (average over $800 per award)
Type: Bursary Scholarship
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: August 1, November 1, February 1

The largest scholarship fund available for Indigenous students in Canada. Since 1996, Indspire has provided over $280 million in financial support through more than 84,000 bursaries, scholarships and awards to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students. One application allows you to be considered for all applicable bursaries and scholarships.

Eligibility:

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students enrolled in post-secondary education programs including college, university, skilled trades, apprenticeships, and technology programs. Both full-time and part-time students eligible.

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NSERC Indigenous Student Ambassadors Program

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
Amount: Varies
Type: Grant
Level: All levels
Field of Study: Natural Sciences, Engineering
Deadline: Check website for current opportunities

Program aims to engage Indigenous students and fellows in promoting interest and participation in the natural sciences and engineering by Indigenous youth and communities.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students and fellows in natural sciences and engineering programs.

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Nelson Indigenous Student Scholarship

Nelson Education
Amount: $10,000
Type: Scholarship
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: End of June annually

Annual scholarship of $10,000 awarded to one Indigenous student in Canada. Recognizes student leaders who have demonstrated academic success, personal strength, and commitment to preserving Indigenous languages and culture.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students demonstrating academic success, personal strength, and commitment to preserving Indigenous languages and culture.

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RBC Indigenous Student Awards Program

Renewable
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
Amount: $4,000 per year (renewable for 2-4 years, up to $16,000 total)
Type: Scholarship
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: Check website annually

Renewable scholarship awarded to 10 Indigenous students each year. Recipients receive $4,000 per academic year for two to four years, totaling up to $16,000. Also offers internship and professional development opportunities.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) enrolled in post-secondary education. Preference given to students with financial need, work experience, and community involvement.

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TC Energy Indigenous Legacy Scholarship

TC Energy
Amount: Varies
Type: Scholarship
Level: All levels
Field of Study: All fields
Deadline: Check website annually

Scholarships for Indigenous students pursuing post-secondary education in various fields.

Eligibility:

Indigenous students (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) enrolled in post-secondary programs.

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Additional Resources

  • Indspire Funding Portal: indspirefunding.ca - Complete database of Indigenous student funding
  • Indigenous Services Canada: Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool
  • Your Institution: Check with your university or college's Indigenous student services office for institution-specific funding
  • Provincial Programs: Many provinces offer additional funding for Indigenous students - check your provincial student aid website
Important: Application deadlines and eligibility criteria may change. Always verify details on the official funding organization's website before applying.