Erin Hogg Northern Nursing Award
$ 3,000
$750 to $10,000
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Canadian Nurses Foundation · National
Erin Hogg Northern Nursing Award
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 23, 2026
$3.0K
Total value
Dec 1
Deadline
About this award
Get up to $3,000 for your nursing degree if you plan to work in Canada's North — apply between December and late January.
You can receive up to $3,000. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a nursing student dedicated to serving communities in Canada's North. Applications open each December and close in late January. No specific time zone is posted, so check the Canadian Nurses Foundation (CNF — the national organization supporting nursing education) website for the exact closing hour. You will hear back via the portal or email, though the exact notification date isn't listed. The CNF awards committee chooses winners based on merit. They give out over 135 scholarships per year across all their different funding tiers, so you are competing against a large pool of students. Ask the Canadian Nurses Foundation 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 Canadian Nurses Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate — study level
- Studying Nursing — 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.
Draft and revise your essays~10 hours
Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.
Submit by December 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Intent
The biggest mistake is giving a vague answer about wanting to work in the North.
Strategy
Winners instead provide a specific reason why they are drawn to northern communities and how they plan to contribute.
Strategy
Describe the specific region or type of northern care that interests you.
Support
Many students forget to include letters from mentors who know their commitment to rural or remote health.
Strategy
Get a reference who can vouch for your resilience and your genuine desire to work in underserved areas.
Strategy
Since one single application covers every CNF scholarship you qualify for, do not try to create multiple accounts.
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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 December 1, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
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Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident.
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