External Awards, Bursaries and Scholarship
Various community organizations, Indigenous and non-Indigenous companies offer financial assistance to students, learners and Indigenous community members through one-time grants, funding, bursaries and/or awards and scholarships.
Please reach out to indigenous@ontariotechu.ca if you have specific questions regarding Indigenous-specific financial assistance program or applications.
Miziwe Biik Aboriginal Employment and Training
Post secondary and high school students are eligible to receive funding for both transportation and books if you have a GTA address.
NIB Trust Fund
The NIB Trust Fund supports education programs aimed at healing, reconciliation and knowledge building.
Learn more - NIB Trust Fund
First Nations Child and Family Caring Society
The Caring Society acknowledges individuals and groups, including children and youth, who are working to support the best outcomes for Indigenous children and families.
Learn more - First Nations Child and Family Caring Society
Indspire
The Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards program opens doors through education.
Learn more - Indspire
Métis Nation of Ontario
The Métis Student Bursary Program provides bursaries to Métis citizens.
Learn more - Métis Nation of Ontario
Native Women's Association of Canada
Every year, the Native Women's Association of Canada provides scholarships and bursaries to young Indigenous women, Two-Spirit and/or gender-diverse students.
Learn more - Native Womens Association of Canada
