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STEMCELL Technologies Scholarship for Indigenous Youth in Science

Indigenous science students anywhere in Canada, including college and apprenticeship programs. Financial need required. Aug 1, Nov 1 or Feb 1.

Reviewed by G Paul · verified August 31, 2026

Nov 1, 2026

Next deadline

What you will need

Proof of Indigenous affiliation
Documentation of demonstrated financial need
Proof of enrollment in a post-secondary science program (college, university, technical college, or apprenticeship program)

About this award

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact STEMCELL Technologies 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 an Indigenous student with demonstrated financial need who is pursuing a career in science. 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 STEMCELL Technologies how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask STEMCELL Technologies 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 STEMCELL Technologies whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You qualify if you are an Indigenous student with any Indigenous affiliation living across Canada. You must be enrolled in a science program at a post-secondary institution, such as a college, university, technical college, or apprenticeship program. You must also show demonstrated financial need.

This is what the award's own page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm with the provider before you apply.

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How to apply

Read the award's own 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.

More details

Financial Need

Avoid providing a vague statement about needing money.

Instead, provide a clear breakdown of your tuition gaps and living expenses with supporting documents.

List your specific monthly shortfall to make your need concrete.

Support

Avoid using a generic character reference.

Instead, secure letters from professors or community leaders who can speak specifically to your passion for science and your commitment to your community.

Ask your referee to give a real-life example of your curiosity or leadership.

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