Alexisonfire Indigenous Music Bursary

An annual bursary supporting Indigenous students in music studies.

Published by G Paul · last checked August 31, 2026

Next deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Level

College, Undergraduate, Graduate, Trades, Certificate

Open to

Across Canada

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What you will need

Indigenous affiliation
Enrollment in a post-secondary institution

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted — contact Alexisonfire to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student attending a post-secondary institution, especially those of you pursuing music studies who need help covering your educational costs. Deadlines come around three times a year on August 1, November 1 and February 1, so aim for whichever one is next. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Alexisonfire how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Alexisonfire during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Alexisonfire whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be an Indigenous student attending a post-secondary institution. This award is open to you regardless of your specific Indigenous affiliation or your level of study. You will be prioritized if you are interested in the course of music study and can show that you need financial help to cover your educational costs.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Open to college, undergraduate, graduate, trades or certificate students

Preferred, not required

Preference for students in Music

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

StrategyAvoid ignoring the three separate deadlines. Instead, treat each window as a fresh opportunity to refine your application based on your current academic progress. Mark all three dates in your calendar to ensure you don't miss a cycle.
RealismAvoid assuming the award is guaranteed because you study music. Instead, acknowledge that financial need is a priority factor. Be very clear and honest about your financial situation in your application to improve your chances.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on November 1, 2026. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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