Scholarships for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students

ATCO Indigenous Education Awards

ATCO’s “Indigenous Education Awards Program supports First Nation, Inuit and Métis students across Canada by providing financial assistance to help them in their quest for higher education.”

“These awards, bursaries and scholarships are given to students who demonstrate leadership capabilities and strive to be role models in their schools and communities.
There are three different awards available:

  • Merit Awards ($500) – for students completing Grades 10 – 12, including upgrading

  • Bursaries ($1,000) – for students enrolled in trade, diploma or certificate programs

  • Scholarships ($1,500) – for students enrolled in degree or graduate programs

There is a maximum of one award per applicant per year. Students must re-apply each year if they wish to be considered.”

Click here to access information and the link to apply for these awards.


The Aboriginal Multimedia Society

There are 224 pages of scholarships for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students available through the Aboriginal Multi-Media Society. Click here to be directed to that page.


Indspire Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards

Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships, and Awards
Successful futures are created through hard work, creativity, and perseverance. Each one of us has a unique potential to achieve, and for First Nation, Inuit, and Métis students, Indspire is here to help make that happen.”


Education Matters

Education Matters also has a number of awards and bursaries designated for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students.