There are many funding options available to help cover the cost of your education, including tuition, books, fees, living expenses, scholarships, and bursaries.
First Nation & Inuit Funding
- You will be required to fill out a funding application.
- Contact your respective post-secondary education department.
- Funding may be available for tuition, books, fees and a living allowance.
- Application deadlines vary. To avoid disappointment apply early in the year.
Métis Funding
- You will be required to fill out a funding application.
- Contact the Métis Nation of Ontario or call 1-800-263-4889.
Explore Funding Opportunities
- OSAP
Government of Ontario loan and grants available. Please note that these loans must be re-paid; grants are free money. Application assistance is available in the Indigenous Student Centre.
- Indspire
Provides hundreds of scholarships and bursaries to thousands of students every year.
- Dreamcatcher Charitable Foundation
- Indigenous Bursaries Search Tool
- Lambton College
Offers a variety of scholarships, bursaries, and on-campus employment.
Funding Can Open Doors
Scholarships, bursaries, and grants can help reduce financial stress and make it easier to focus on your studies. Hear from students who used funding opportunities to pursue their goals and continue their education.
Recipient of a $10,000 OPG Scholarship
Robyn Gray was one of only six Indigenous students to receive $10,000 to further her education as part of the John Wesley Beaver Memorial Scholarship program. "Being a voice for my community and having the ability to advocate is a key focus for me," said Gray. "Using the proceeds of this scholarship to help continue my formal education will allow me to serve my community in a role aimed at streamlining processes to increase productivity in a variety of settings."
Awarded a $10,000 Avenues for Access Scholarship
"After graduating with my Esthetician Diploma, I plan to continue my education specifically in the area of Makeup Artistry by attending the College of Makeup Art and Design in Toronto. I am enrolled in the Comprehensive Makeup Artist Diploma and the Special FX Makeup Artist Diploma and have received a $10,000 Avenues for Access Scholarship in partnership with Warner Brothers Canada." - Zarah Rogan
Need help finding funding?
Indigenous Student Centre
Room C1-130