Caisse De Dépôt · National
Caisse De Dépôt
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for an annual bursary for Indigenous students attending post-secondary schools in Quebec.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Caisse De Dépôt 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 studying in Quebec who needs extra financial help to afford your education. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Caisse De Dépôt how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Caisse De Dépôt 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 Caisse De Dépôt whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Post Secondary — study level
- Resident of QC — provincial eligibility
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar — allow 1–2 weeks.
Submit by No deadline~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is providing a vague statement about needing money.
Winners instead provide a clear budget showing exactly how the bursary fills a gap in their tuition or living costs.
List your specific monthly expenses to prove your need.
Many students forget to mention their outside interests.
Winners highlight their involvement in and contribution to the community as a whole.
Describe a specific project or event where you helped others in your hometown.