Express Scripts Canada

About this award

Get one of four $6,250 awards for Indigenous students attending post-secondary programs across Canada — apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1.

You can receive one of four $6,250 awards to help cover your education costs. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student with demonstrated financial need who is committed to your community and your studies. You have three different deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask Indspire (the organization that manages this funding) how and when you will be notified of the results. Selection is primarily based on your demonstrated financial need, though the committee also looks at your academic performance and how you contribute to your community. Selection criteria aren't published in detail — ask Express Scripts Canada how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Express Scripts Canada 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 Express Scripts Canada whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Undergraduate, College, University, Trades — study level
• ✓ Resident of ON — provincial eligibility
• ✓ Studying Project Management, Pharmacy, Marketing and Communications, IT Technology, IT Data — 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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