CIBC NIEEF Scholarships

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for annual funding available to Indigenous students in business, economics, or natural resource programs.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Cando (the organization managing these funds) 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 student pursuing a career in business management, economics, or natural resource development. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Cando how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Cando 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 for most variants, though one specific version of this award is only available to you once. If you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Cando whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Undergraduate, Diploma — study level
• ✓ Studying Business Administration/Economics, Business Finance, Business Management, Natural Resources, Community Economic Development, CED — 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.

More details