AltaGas Bright Futures Bursary

AltaGas Ltd.

Ten bursaries a year for Indigenous students at any accredited Alberta or BC school, need preferred.

Published by G Paul · last checked August 31, 2026

Next deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Level

College, Undergraduate, Graduate, Trades

Open to

Alberta, British Columbia (preference for those with a demonstrated financial need)

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What you will need

Indigenous identity
Enrollment at an accredited post-secondary institution in Alberta or BC
Demonstrated financial need
Details regarding your involvement in and contribution to the community

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted — contact AltaGas Ltd. 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 looking to reduce your financial stress while pursuing your education. 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, though the funder notes that preference will be given to those with a demonstrated financial need and they may also consider your involvement in and contribution to the community. Ask AltaGas Ltd. how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask AltaGas Ltd. 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 AltaGas Ltd. whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be an Indigenous student enrolled in any level of study at an accredited post-secondary institution in Alberta or BC. This includes universities, colleges, technical colleges, and apprenticeship programs.

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 or trades students
Resident of Alberta or British Columbia

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

Financial NeedAvoid providing a vague statement about needing money. Instead, provide a detailed budget or a letter from a financial officer showing exactly where your funding gap is. List your specific monthly expenses to prove your need.
Community LeadershipMany applicants simply list their volunteer roles. Instead, describe the actual impact you had on your community, such as how many people you helped or a specific project you led. Use concrete numbers to show your contribution.
StrategySince there are three separate deadlines (August 1, November 1, and February 1), do not wait until the final one. Apply during the earliest window possible to increase your chances of securing one of the ten annual awards.
RealismRemember that ten awards are shared among all eligible Indigenous students in two provinces. To stand out, ensure your application emphasizes both your financial need and your commitment to your community.

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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FundMyCourse.ca · checked Aug 31, 2026