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The NFP Indigenous Bursary

For Indigenous students in BC or Alberta studying business, finance, communications or insurance.

Reviewed by G Paul · verified August 31, 2026

Nov 1, 2026

Next deadline

What you will need

Proof of Indigenous affiliation
Confirmation of enrollment in a post-secondary program for Business, Finance, Communications, or Insurance
Proof of residency in British Columbia or Alberta

About this award

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact NFP 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 committed to your personal and professional development and leadership in your community. 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 application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask NFP how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask NFP 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 NFP whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You qualify for this award if you have any Indigenous Affiliation and live in British Columbia or Alberta. You must be pursuing a post-secondary education in one of these specific fields of study: Business, Finance, Communications, or Insurance. This award is open to any level of study.

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

Resident of British Columbia or Alberta
Studying Business, Finance, Communications or Insurance

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

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Support

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