First Nations, Métis and Inuit Awards
The University of Alberta respectfully acknowledges it is located on traditional Treaty 6 Territory and the homeland of the Métis, and is home to a diverse and vibrant community of over 1,000 Indigenous students, staff, and professors from across Canada.
As an Indigenous learner, you have a place here, with scholarships and awards available to support your educational journey. The scholarships and awards competitions below are available for students who are First Nation, Métis or Inuit of the Land now referred to as Canada and are made possible by the University of Alberta, the Government of Alberta and generous members of the community.
The First Nations, Métis and Inuit Awards
The First Nation, Métis, and Inuit Awards competition is available for students who are First Nation, Métis or Inuit of the Land now referred to as Canada. This competition is competitive and the awards have various selection criteria. Completed applications will be assessed and used to match eligible students with awards. A full list of awards and selection criteria can be found here»
The preservation of culture or leadership within a First Nation, Métis or Inuit community is an essential criterion for this competition. As a result, your application should focus on your involvement within your First Nation, Métis, or Inuit community and speak to how you preserve culture and/or demonstrate leadership within the community.
How to Apply: Once you indicate that you are First Nations, Métis or Inuit on the general undergraduate awards application through Awards Hub, you will gain access to a new section of the awards application tied to the First Nations, Métis and Inuit specific awards.
Application Open: February 1
Closing Deadline: March 31
Indigenous Careers Award
The Indigenous Careers Award competition is available for students who are First Nation, Métis or Inuit of the Land now referred to as Canada. This award is funded by the Government of Alberta and is designed to encourage Indigenous learners who are Alberta Residents, as defined by the Alberta Scholarship Act, to pursue and complete post-secondary studies in degree programs leading to high-demand career outcomes in Alberta.
Students enrolled in a minimum of 24 credits from September to April, students registered with an approved accommodation through Accessibility Resources, or students in the Transition Year Program are encouraged to apply. This competition is competitive and applicants will be assessed based on the minimum eligibility criteria found here. Preference is given to students in the upper years of their program. Additional eligibility criteria may be set by the University of Alberta.
How to Apply: Apply through the General Awards application in the Awards Hub.
Application Open: February 1
Closing Deadline: September 15
Note: The Awards Hub application portal will be closed between July 15 and August 3. Students applying for the Indigenous Careers Award can submit their application when it reopens on August 4.
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Métis Scholar Award for Undergraduate Studies
The Métis Scholars' Award competition is available to full-time students of Métis ancestry with satisfactory academic standing enrolled in any year of an undergraduate degree. Selection based on demonstrated involvement in the Métis community (confirmed by Otipemisiwak Metis Student Association (OMSA) membership), academic standing and demonstrated financial need. In order to qualify for these awards, students cannot also be eligible for awards or funding designated for registered or treaty Indians. A student cannot receive this award and the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) Labour Market Development sponsorship in the same academic year.
Students who wish to receive funding from the Metis Education Foundation through the Métis Scholar Award must be confirmed and enrolled as a member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Student and Alumni Association (OMSA). You can find a link to sign up and complete your OMSA registration here. OMSA is linked directly to the Otipemisiwak Métis Government (OMG) Registry, which allows Metis citizenship status to be verified more efficiently for awards.
How to Apply: Apply through the General Awards application in the Awards Hub.
Application Open: February 1
Closing Deadline: March 31
First Nations, Métis or Inuit Documentation
Learn about documentation requirements for First Nations, Métis or Inuit awards »
If you have questions or need help, please reach out to us at indigenous@ualberta.ca.
Notification
Applicants will be notified of the results by the end of the Winter term of the competition closing deadline. To find out more about accepting and declining awards and disbursement, please visit Additional Scholarship Information.
If you still have questions regarding Indigenous Scholarships and Awards, please contact the Student Service Centre.