Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries & Scholarships

Whether you’re applying for Building Brighter Futures funding or supporting a student through the process, our free webinar series is here to help.

Join members of Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures team for practical guidance on the application process, eligibility requirements, common mistakes to avoid, and live Q&A. Each session is designed to help you submit a stronger application with confidence.

Ideal for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students, families, guidance counsellors, Indigenous Student Centres, Student Success Advisors, community organizations, and others supporting Indigenous learners.

Bursaries and Scholarships for Post-Secondary Education and Skilled Trades

Full and part time studies in college, university, skilled trades, apprenticeships, and technology programs.

There is one application for all of Indspire’s bursaries, scholarships, and awards (with a few exceptions that you’ll see below). You only need to complete the application once to be considered for all applicable bursaries, scholarships, and awards.

Deadlines: August 1, November 1, February 1 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

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What documents do I need to submit with my application?

Applicants need to submit three documents:

• Indigenous card (front and back). Review Indspire’s Indigenous Registration Policy for details on what constitutes acceptable proof of Indigenous registration or enrolment (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis).
• Grades
• Proof of enrolment (registered in classes)

When will I know the results of my application?

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only successful students will be notified.

Fortunately, you do not need to reapply to the next deadline if you haven’t heard from us. Your application will stay ‘live’ for all three deadlines during the September 2026 to August 2027 academic year. You only need to complete the application once per academic year to be considered for all applicable bursaries, scholarships, and awards. 

How much will I receive?

Amounts vary. The amount of a bursary varies according to the assessed financial need of applicants, the number of applicants, fields of study, and the availability of funds.