Canadian Bar Association of British Columbia Aboriginal Scholarship

About this award

Three annual scholarships are available for Indigenous students attending law school at UBC, UVic, or TRU — apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact the Canadian Bar Association of British Columbia (CBABC — the branch of the national legal association representing lawyers and judges in BC) to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous person pursuing a legal education to become a lawyer. You have three potential deadlines to meet: August 1, November 1, or February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, a portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask the CBABC how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask the CBABC during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with the CBABC whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level
• ✓ Studying Law — field of study

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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