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?
Dallas Cardinal, ATCO Indigenous Education Award Recipient
Dallas Cardinal is one of our Saddle Lake Post Secondary Students, who is currently working on her Bachelor of Arts Degree at Concordia University in Edmonton. The Scholarship that Dallas received on January 19, 2017, was the ATCO Indigenous Education Award based on her commitment to her education, leadership skills and role model qualities that can be recognized in the community.
Good Job Dallas!
You make Saddle Lake Cree Nation Proud!
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
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Alberta Post Secondary Application System
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)
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
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 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.