Katla Legacy Award

Dr. Susan Diamond

A bursary supporting Indigenous students attending post-secondary institutions across Canada.

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 at a Canadian post-secondary institution
Demonstrated financial need
Involvement in and contribution to the community
Academic records showing merit and performance

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted — contact Dr. Susan Diamond 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 who has shown a strong commitment to your community and is managing financial challenges while pursuing your education. You have three application windows each year with deadlines on 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 application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Dr. Susan Diamond how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Dr. Susan Diamond 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 Dr. Susan Diamond 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 across Canada. You can be in any program of study at any level of study, regardless of your specific Indigenous affiliation. While anyone meeting these basics can apply, preference will be given to students from the following First Nations in British Columbia: Ashcroft Indian Band, Bonaparte Indian Band, Bridge River Indian Band (Nxwisten), Canoe Creek Indian Band (Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation), Cayoose Creek Band (Sekw’el’was), Cook’s Ferry Indian Band, Esk’etemc First Nation, High Bar First Nation, Lower Nicola Indian Band, Lytton First Nation, Nicomen Indian Band, N’Quatqua Band (Anderson Lake), Oregon Jack Creek Band, Seton Lake Band (Tsal’alh), Skeetchestn Indian Band (Deadman’s Creek), T’it’q’et (Lillooet Indian Band), Toosey Indian Band (Tl’esqox), Ts’kw’aylaxw First Nation, Xaxli’p First Nation, Xeni Gwet-in First Nations Government (Nemiah), and Yunesit’in First Nation (Stone).

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

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 clear breakdown of your costs and gaps, showing exactly why this bursary is needed to stay in school.
Community LeadershipMany applicants simply list their volunteer hours. Instead, describe the impact you had on your community and how your education will allow you to give back even more.
RealismBecause preference is given to specific First Nations in BC, students from those communities have a higher statistical chance. If you are from outside those bands, focus heavily on your community contribution to stand out.

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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