Dori Tunstall Racial Equity Bursary

What you will need

• ✓ Submission via the OCAD University AwardSpring scholarship portal

About this award

You can receive up to $2,972.33. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are a Black or Indigenous student at OCAD University who needs extra financial support for your studies. You must apply by November 9, 2026. When you apply, ask OCAD University how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the portal. OCAD University says its bursaries are given out based on financial need and the number of students who apply. Ask OCAD University's financial aid office how many students usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask OCAD University 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 OCAD University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a Black or Indigenous student enrolled full-time across the University. You must also demonstrate financial need through OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program — the provincial government's financial aid system for students).

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 post-secondary students

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• Financial NeedAvoid providing vague descriptions of your situation. Instead, ensure your OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program — the provincial government's financial aid system for students) application is complete and up to date. Submit your latest assessment to prove your need.
• SupportAvoid submitting your application without double-checking the portal requirements. Instead, reach out to the OCAD University financial aid office to confirm they have your current enrollment status. This ensures your application isn't delayed by missing paperwork.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to access the portal. Instead, log in to the AwardSpring scholarship portal early to familiarize yourself with the form. Set a personal reminder for a few days before the November 9 deadline.
• RealismAvoid assuming this award will cover all your costs. Instead, remember that these funds are disbursed based on your financial need and the total number of students who apply. Plan your budget with other funding sources in mind.

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