This scholarship provides two Indigenous youth in a post-secondary setting with a $1,000 scholarship for books, tuition, supplies, or any other cost-of-living expenses related to their time in school.
How to Apply
- Eligibility
- Application
- Judging
These scholarships are available to Indigenous youth (Status and non-Status First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) ages 17-30 who are attending a post-secondary program with a focus on either technology or entrepreneurship. People with an innovative business idea or a new business under two (2) years old are also eligible to apply - no education required. The school program does not have to be a Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or Ph.D., but you will need to provide proof of enrollment.
Complete the online application form. You’ll need to provide:
- Proof of enrolment.
- Professional, academic, or volunteer reference letter. This letter can be written by a teacher, school administrator, manager, supervisor, coach, mentor, volunteer coordinator, or Counsellor.
The Animikii team and their Impact Circle review each completed scholarship application received. The next round of awards will open for application on September 15 and close on October 15, 2026. Previous applicants will be considered for each new award period for as long as each applicant is eligible.