Gloria Baylis Bursary
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Gloria Baylis Foundation · National
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for a bursary supporting Indigenous students in any post-secondary program across Canada.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Gloria Baylis Foundation to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a bursary, 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 higher education and can show that you have a financial need for extra funding. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. No notification timeline is posted publicly — when you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back via email, portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published beyond the focus on financial need, community contribution, and academic merit — ask Gloria Baylis Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Gloria Baylis 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 Gloria Baylis Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
The biggest mistake is providing a vague statement about needing money.
Winners instead provide a clear, honest breakdown of their costs and gaps.
List your specific tuition and living expenses to show exactly why this bursary is needed.
The biggest mistake is using a generic character reference.
Winners instead secure letters from community leaders or teachers who can prove their specific contributions to the community.
Get a referee who can give a concrete example of your leadership.
How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
When is the deadline?
Applications close on August 1, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Indigenous.
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