POST-SECONDARY PROGRAM
The objective of the program is to encourage academic success by providing financial assistance to students who are committed to completing a degree offered by a recognized post-secondary institution. Financial assistance provided to eligible students includes tuition and costs for books. A monthly living allowance is provided to students enrolled full-time.
APPLICATION FOR ASSISTANCE
Students must complete an application for financial assistance each semester and must provide all necessary documents or information for verification of eligibility.
Should a student not submit all documents within the required time limits, financial assistance will be postponed to the month following receipt of the documents in question.
We encourage you to read the existing Education Policy (see link below). In addition, you will find attached the deadlines, the amounts granted and the list of documents required.
SOME POTENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE
- Indspire
- Programme de bourses d’excellence pour les étudiant(e)s de maîtrise | DIALOG − Le réseau de recherche et de connaissances relatives aux peuples autochtones (In French only)
- RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth
- Ontario First Nations Students’ Bursary Program
- Scholarship Program | APTN
- FNIGC National Student Bursary – The First Nations Information Governance Centre
EDUCATION BULLETIN BOARD
The Wabanaki Policy Youth Initiative needs you!
Are you a young Wabanaki passionate about sovereignty, education, and wanting to contribute to change both at the state level and within local communities?
The Wabanaki Policy Youth Initiative offers you a unique opportunity to dive into Maine’s legislative process starting in January 2026. You will be able to:
- Closely follow priority bills related to Wabanaki sovereignty
- Receive mentorship from Wabanaki policy experts
- Collaborate with other youth to raise awareness and educate about issues that matter to the Nation
Open to youth ages 16 to 22, no experience necessary
Commitment: 20 to 40 hours total between January and May 2026 (paid)
Application deadline: October […]
Action Canada Fellowship 2025 | Applications are open !
Action Canada, in partnership with Indspire, brings together 17 emerging leaders from across the country, different sectors and backgrounds. Over the 10-month Fellowship, they gain a deeper understanding of the country, policymaking tools and leadership skills to help them become more impactful leaders. This professional opportunity is pursued in parallel to full-time work. Information sessions will be held in February.
Learn more about the program and apply here.
Application deadline: March 11, 2025