Suncor Energy Foundation · National
Suncor Energy Foundation
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for funding supporting Indigenous students in trades, technology, science, and engineering programs across Canada.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Suncor Energy Foundation to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As these are scholarships and grants, 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 pursuing post-secondary education in Canada, particularly those focusing on technical trades, earth sciences, or engineering. You have three deadlines to choose from each year: 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 Suncor Energy Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Suncor Energy Foundation 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 Suncor Energy Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Post Secondary — study level
- Studying oil and gas, trades, technology, general education diploma, applied diploma, degree programs, academic upgrading, preparation, pre-trades training, apprenticeship education programs, pre-employment training, engineering, earth sciences, natural resource management, environmental studies, computer science, Science — 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 applying for the general fund when you fit a specific niche.
Winners instead identify exactly which stream—like the ASTT (Apprenticeships, Skilled Trades and Technology) program—matches their diploma or certificate to show they meet the preferred criteria.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic character reference.
Winners instead secure letters from instructors or mentors in the oil, gas, or tech sectors who can vouch for their technical aptitude and community goals.
The biggest mistake is waiting until the final deadline.
Since there are three windows (August, November, and February), winners apply in the earliest cycle possible to maximize their chances before funds are depleted.