“Our Children, Our Ways” Award

RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic)

Up to $1,000 for Indigenous students in Early Childhood Education programs at RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic).

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$1,000

Deadline

Apr 5, 2027

Level

Certificate

Open to

Manitoba

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What you will need

Completed General RRC Polytech Application (login required)
A one- to two-page typed response to the question: 'As an Indigenous student studying ECE, how do you see yourself contributing to the health and well-being of children in the future?'
The name of the award written clearly on the application form
Required supporting documents (instructions provided after initial submission)

About this award

You can receive one of up to two annual cash awards valued at up to $1,000 each. This is a grant, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of children and families in your community. You must apply by April 5. When you apply, ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) how and when you will hear back — whether by email, phone, or through the application portal. Winners are chosen based on your academic achievement and your service to Indigenous children and families. Selection criteria aren't published in detail, so ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) 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 are counting on this for multiple years, confirm with RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) whether it is a one-time award or if you can apply again each year.

Who qualifies

You must be an Indigenous student enrolled in the Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Education Workplace program at any RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) campus. There are up to two awards available annually: one for a first-year student and one for a second-year student.

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 students
Resident of Manitoba
Studying Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Education Workplace

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

StrategyAvoid forgetting to specify the award name on your form. Instead, clearly write "Our Children, Our Ways" Award on your General RRC Polytech Application. This ensures your materials are routed to the correct committee.

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 April 5, 2027. 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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