First Nations, Métis and Inuit Undergraduate Bursary

Calgary Foundation

Bursary of $3,000 for First Nations, Métis, or Inuit students entering the final year of a degree, diploma, or certificate program in Alberta.

Published by · last checked August 31, 2026

Total value
$3,000
Deadline
May 15, 2026
Level
Certificate, Undergraduate
Open to
Alberta

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What you will need

  • Proof of First Nations, Métis, or Inuit identity
  • Enrollment at an Alberta post-secondary institution for the upcoming fall
  • Proof that you are entering the final year of an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate program
  • Short essay sharing your connection to First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit culture and community, your future plans, and how this support helps you achieve those goals
  • One letter of reference

About this award

You can receive a bursary valued at $3,000. There are up to six of these awards available: four are provided by the Thorner/Johnston/DiMarzo Family Fund at Calgary Foundation and two are provided by Calgary Foundation. 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 a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student who is entering the final year of your studies and needs financial help to cover your tuition costs. The May 15 round has closed. Check the Calgary Foundation awards page for the next application window, then ask how and when you will hear back: by email, a portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to your tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation during your application if there are any other specific steps to ensure the funds reach your school account. Renewal conditions aren't listed — since this is for students entering their final year, it is likely a one-time award, but you can confirm with Calgary Foundation if there are any ongoing requirements.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student. You must be attending an Alberta post-secondary institution in the upcoming fall and be entering the final year of study in an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate program. You must also demonstrate financial need for your tuition.

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 certificate or undergraduate students
  • Resident of Alberta

How to apply

  1. Read the award's official page

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

  2. Ask for reference letters2 weeks

    Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

  3. Write your essay

    Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.

  4. This round closed on May 15, 2026

    Check the award's official page for the next round before you prepare anything.

Tips for applying

  • EssayAvoid writing a generic academic paper. Instead, share a personal story about your connection to First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit culture and community, while clearly explaining how the money helps you reach your specific future goals.
  • ReferencesMany students provide a generic character reference. Provide a letter from someone who can speak specifically to your aspirations and your commitment to your community.
  • StrategyFocus your essay on the bridge between your cultural identity and your professional ambitions. Show the committee exactly how this $3,000 removes a barrier to your graduation.
  • RealismWith only six awards available across the province, this is a competitive process. Ensure your proof of financial need is documented and ready to go so your application isn't disqualified on a technicality.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

This round is closed. Check the award's official page for when the next round opens.

When is the deadline?

This round closed on May 15, 2026. Many awards like this run again each year, so check the award's official page for the next round.

Can international students apply?

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

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