Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards

We encourage Saddle Lake Post Secondary students to research the many scholarships that are available to you. Please verify deadlines and review application criteria for any incentives, don’t take a chance and miss out.

Scholarships are cash awards that are given to selected students primarily based on their academic performance in a specific area. Scholarships are provided by government, educational institutions or by private organizations.

A Bursary is a non-repayable grant that are given out by universities, colleges and other organizations to students who demonstrate a financial need.

Awards are given to students based on performance and highlight a students excellence in that field.

Did you know that there are hundreds of scholarships and bursaries available to assist you through your educational journey?

Many of these scholarships and bursaries are awarded based on your involvement in the community, your athletic involvement, your leadership skills or your community services in many areas.

Scholarship Search Tools

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Government of Canada Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool

Scholarship Links

Indspire Listing of Scholarships & Bursaries

Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards for Post-Secondary Education

Next Application Deadline is February 1, 2025

Freehorse Family Wellness Society

Post Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) funding on behalf of Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)

ATCO
Indigenous Education Awards

Application deadline is August 1 each year

Northern Alberta Development Council

(you will require your Alberta Student Number)

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AFOA
TD Bank

TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples
Submission Deadline
January 16, 2023

MCSnet

High School Scholarship Program

Chevening
UK Government International Scholarships Program

Applications for 2024-2025 Chevening Scholarships are now open from 12 September 2023 to 7 November 2023

Indigenous applicants are strongly encouraged to apply

RBC Future Launch Scholarship
for Indigenous Youth

The RBC Future Launch Scholarships for Indigenous Youth awards 20 scholarships annually worth up to $10,000 (for up to four years) to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students across Canada.

Deadline to apply: February 7, 2024

Manulife Life Lessons Scholarship Program for post-secondary students

Manulife has introduced the first Life Lessons Scholarship Program in Canada, for students who’ve experienced the death of a parent or guardian with little to no life insurance. The Scholarship Program helps combat the financial burden of paying for post-secondary education during an emotional time and recognizes the perseverance that so many youth show in such adversity.

Deadline to apply: March 31, 2024

2024 Shannon Bryan Memorial Scholarship

The Shannon Bryan Memorial Scholarship

The Shannon Dawn Bryan Memorial Scholarship of $500 is open for applications until
May 30th, 2024.
Successful applicant will be contacted by June 30th, 2024.

Deadline to apply: May 30, 2024

Indigenous Careers Award

To encourage Indigenous peoples living in Alberta (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) to pursue and complete post-secondary studies in certificate, diploma, applied degree and bachelor’s degree programs.

Scholarships

Alberta's government offers scholarships and awards to encourage and reward the excellence of Albertans in post-secondary study.

Canadian Institute - Indigenous Affairs Series

Canadian Institute recognizes the significant and lasting contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in shaping Canada's diversity.
We are committed to amplifying Indigenous voices, and we want to give back. In recognition of this day, we are offering scholarships to attend one of our Indigenous Affairs events for students studying law, economic development, business or environmental affairs.