Practical Nursing Bursary · National
Practical Nursing Bursary
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for a renewal bursary supporting Indigenous students in post-secondary Practical Nursing programs.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Indspire (the organization providing funding for Indigenous students) 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 currently enrolled in a post-secondary Practical Nursing program who needs extra financial help to cover your education costs. 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 — whether it is by email, phone, or through their portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Indspire how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Indspire 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 Indspire whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Post Secondary — study level
- Resident of ON — provincial eligibility
- Studying Practical Nursing — 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 providing a vague statement about needing money.
Winners instead provide a clear budget showing exactly how the bursary will cover specific gaps in their tuition or living costs.
List your specific expenses to prove your need.
The biggest mistake is using a general character reference.
Winners instead use a professor or clinical instructor from their nursing program who can speak to their skills in a healthcare setting.
Get a letter that confirms your dedication to the nursing profession.