CEEA Indigenous Award
$ 10,000
$8,500 to $10,000, applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
CEEA Indigenous Award
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 17, 2026
$10K
Total value
Jun 15
Deadline
About this award
Get between $8,500 and $10,000 for your first year in a petroleum-focused degree or diploma program — apply by June 15, 2026.
You can receive one of one or more awards valued at $8,500 to $10,000. Specifically, you get $8,500 for diploma programs and $10,000 for degree programs. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student who wants to build a career in the Canadian energy industry. Apply by June 15, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through their portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to your tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation during your application if there are any other specific payment steps you need to follow. You can keep this award if you maintain your eligibility. It is renewable for up to three consecutive years. In total, you can get up to four years of support for degree programs and up to two years of support for diploma programs.
Can you get it?
- You must be a First Nations, Métis, or Inuit student. You must be directly entering the first year of a full-time petroleum-focused undergraduate degree or diploma program at a Canadian post-secondary institution. Examples of eligible programs include Petroleum, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, or Engineering Technology in those same fields. You also need to show a cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 2.7 or 70%, demonstrate financial need, and show your leadership and involvement in your school or community.
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.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.
Collect reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.
Submit by June 15, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Leadership
The biggest mistake is listing titles without explaining what you actually did.
Strategy
Winners instead describe the specific impact they had on their community, such as organizing a local event or leading a youth group.
Strategy
Give a concrete example of a time you took charge to help others.
References
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter that just says you are a good student.
Strategy
Winners provide a reference who can speak specifically to their leadership and community involvement.
Strategy
Ask your referee to use a real story to prove you have the qualities the CEEA (the Canadian Energy Executive Association — a non-profit for energy industry leaders) is looking for.
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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 June 15, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
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Can international students apply?
Check the official source: citizenship requirements vary.
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