CDHO Bursary for Indigenous Students in Dental Hygiene Programs
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College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario · National
CDHO Bursary for Indigenous Students in Dental Hygiene Programs
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
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Total value
Aug 1
Deadline
About this award
Get funding for your total educational costs and exam fees if you are an Indigenous student in an accredited Ontario dental hygiene program — apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and does not have to be paid back. It is designed to cover your total educational costs, such as enrollment fees, textbooks, and residence, as you progress through your studies. Additionally, the fund covers the cost for you to write the National Dental Hygiene Certification Examination (the national test you must pass to become a registered professional) once you graduate. This is for you if you identify as Indigenous and are pursuing a career in oral health care. You can apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through a portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario 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 College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Post Secondary — study level
- Resident of ON — provincial eligibility
- Studying Dental Hygiene — field of study
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Financial Need
The biggest mistake is providing a vague request for funds.
Strategy
Winners instead provide a detailed breakdown of their total educational costs, including specific estimates for textbooks and residence, to show exactly how the bursary will be used.
Support
The biggest mistake is submitting a generic reference.
Strategy
Winners instead secure letters from their program coordinator or a community leader who can verify their enrollment in an accredited Ontario program and their Indigenous identity.
Strategy
The biggest mistake is waiting until the final deadline.
Strategy
Because there are three separate windows (August, November, and February), you should apply during the earliest possible cycle to secure funding before the pool is exhausted.
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How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
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When is the deadline?
Applications close on August 1, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
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Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Indigenous.
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