Siemens Energy Canada Award

Two awards for First Nations students, one for STEM or engineering programs and one open to any field.

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

First Nations affiliation
Enrollment in a post-secondary program

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted — contact Siemens Energy Canada to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, 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 student pursuing your education at any level of study. Deadlines come around three times a year on August 1, November 1 and February 1, so aim for whichever one is next. 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 Siemens Energy Canada how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Note that while Siemens Energy Canada provides the funding, Indspire (the national Indigenous education organization) conducts the selection independently. Ask Siemens Energy Canada 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 Siemens Energy Canada whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must have First Nations affiliation and be enrolled in any level of study. There are two awards available: one award to a student studying in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) or Engineering programs, and one award open to all areas of study. Priority preference is given to students from the following groups: - The Kanyen’kehà:ka Nation, including the Kahnawake First Nation, Kanehsatake First Nation, Akwesasne First Nation, Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, Six Nations of the Grand River, and the Wahta First Nation. - The Saugeen Ojibway Nation, including the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. - The Mississauga Nations, including the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the seven Williams Treaties First Nations: Scugog Island First Nation, Alderville First Nation, Hiawatha First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation, Beausoleil First Nation, Georgina Island First Nation, and Chippewas of Rama First Nation.

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
Studying STEM or Engineering

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

Program ChoiceAvoid assuming you can't apply if you aren't in engineering. While one award is reserved for STEM/Engineering, remember that the second award is open to any area of study, so highlight your passion regardless of your major.
ReferencesAvoid providing generic letters of support. Instead, provide referees who can speak specifically to your academic goals and your connection to your community.
StrategyAvoid waiting until the final deadline. Since there are three windows (August, November, and February), try to apply in the earliest cycle to maximize your chances.
RealismAvoid ignoring the preference clauses. If you belong to the Kanyen’kehà:ka, Saugeen Ojibway, or Mississauga Nations, make sure this is clearly stated in your profile as it gives you a significant advantage.

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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