The Doris and Junor Chin STEM Bursary

Jasmine Lyn

Bursary for Indigenous students in STEM programs, with preference for female students.

Published by G Paul · last checked August 31, 2026

Next deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Level

College, Undergraduate, Graduate, Trades

Open to

Across Canada

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What you will need

Indigenous affiliation
Enrollment in a post-secondary institution (college, university, technical college, or apprenticeship program)
Study in a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) program
Demonstrated financial need

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted — contact Jasmine Lyn 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 pursuing a career in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and need help covering your education costs. 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 an online portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Jasmine Lyn how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Jasmine Lyn 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 Jasmine Lyn whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be an Indigenous student with any Indigenous affiliation. You must be attending a post-secondary institution, such as a college, university, technical college, or apprenticeship program. You must be studying in a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) program and show demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to female students studying in STEM programs.

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 or trades students
Studying STEM, science, technology, engineering or mathematics

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

Financial NeedAvoid providing a vague statement about needing money. Instead, provide a clear breakdown of your tuition gaps and living expenses. List your specific shortfall to show exactly why this bursary is needed.
SupportAvoid using a generic character reference. Instead, use referees who can speak specifically to your persistence in challenging STEM courses. Ask a professor to highlight your technical aptitude and resilience.
StrategyAvoid applying only once. Since this award is distributed annually with three separate deadlines, you should track each window. Set calendar alerts for August, November, and February to ensure you never miss a cycle.
RealismAvoid assuming a preference for female students guarantees the award. Instead, focus on proving both your identity and your genuine financial need. Treat the preference as a boost, but make your financial case the strongest part of your application.

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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