Pelmorex · National
Pelmorex Indigenous Student Award
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for an annual award supporting Indigenous students in any post-secondary program in Canada. Apply through Indspire's central Building Brighter Futures program — one application covers all sponsor pools.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Pelmorex to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student pursuing higher education in Canada, especially if you are studying business, tech, or environmental sciences. 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 — email, portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Pelmorex how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Pelmorex 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 Pelmorex whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain. How to apply: This funding is administered through Indspire's Building Brighter Futures Bursaries & Scholarships program. Students complete one central application that's evaluated against all 360+ of Indspire's funding pools (including this one) — you don't apply to the sponsor directly. The Apply button on this page routes to Indspire's portal automatically. For the full program description, all three application deadlines, and detailed eligibility, see Indspire Building Brighter Futures Bursaries & Scholarships on FundMyCourse.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Graduate — study level
- Studying Business, Computer Science, Journalism, Environmental Science, Meteorology, Advertising & Marketing — field of study
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.
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 assuming you cannot apply because you aren't in a science program.
Winners instead highlight how their specific degree—even in arts or humanities—connects to the goals of the provider.
Mention any interest in the fields they prioritize, like journalism or marketing, if it fits your path.
The biggest mistake is submitting a generic application without a personal connection.
Winners instead include letters that speak to their Indigenous identity and their goals for their community.
Get a reference who can vouch for your leadership within your community.