The following links will assist you in finding financial awards based specifically on Indigenous heritage:
Chilliwack Metis Association Bursary – $1,000.00
Please see Internal Scholarships for information on how to apply.
Awarded to a graduating student who is proceeding to an accredited post-secondary educational institution who self identities as Metis. Must demonstrate financial need and a minimum C+ average for the first semester, as well as good service, citizenship, personal determination and work ethic in school and community. Two year timeline to collect.
Indigenous Education Advisory Committee – Gwen Point Award - $1,000.00
Please see External Scholarships for information on how to apply.
In addition to the standard application, candidates must provide a letter to describe their cultural involvement and/or service in this community (this may include volunteer work, working with Elders, community sports,etc.).
Indigenous Education Advisory Committee Bursary - $500.00
Please see External Scholarships for information on how to apply.
Awarded to a grade 12 aboriginal student who is eligible for graduation and proceeding to an accredited Post Secondary Institution who has attained a minimum "C+ "average for the first two reporting periods (1st Semester) in grade 12. Student must have demonstrated good service, citizenship, personal determination and work ethic in school and/or community. Must demonstrate need for financial assistance.
The following scholarships are available online:
Irving K Barber Aboriginal Awards
BC Hydro Indigenous Scholarships and Bursaries
RBC Scholarship for Aboriginal Students
Health Sciences Association Bursaries
Husky Energy Scholarships for Indigenous Students
Nelson Scholarship for Indigenous Students
Ken Michel Memorial Scholarship for Carpentry
UFV Kihci Tepakohp Iskwew Entrance Scholarship
UBC Awards for Aboriginal Students
SFU Scholarships for Canadian Aboriginal Students
BC Aboriginal Child Care Society Mary Thomas Memorial ECE Scholarship
Canada Post Awards for Indigenous Students who have been out of school for a year or more.
Nutrien Indigenous Youth Financial Management Awards
BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Scholarship
Post-secondary Institutions also have specialized programs and scholarships for Indigenous students. Please look at their website to take advantage of everything that is available!
UFV:
Indigenous Student Center
Indigenous Awards
UBC:
Indigenous Portal
Aboriginal Student Awards
Nitep Teacher Education Program
SFU:
Office for Aboriginal Peoples
Aboriginal Student Entrance Award
UVIC:
Indigenous Student Support Centre
Indigenous Awards
Other Funding Sources:
1. Local Band Office
2. Stó:Lō Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training (SASET)