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Government of Alberta · National
Government of Alberta
Reviewed by G Paul · verified May 2, 2026
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Total value
Aug 1
Deadline
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for Alberta Indigenous student awards supporting education degrees or any post-secondary program of study.
The Government of Alberta does not post a fixed dollar amount for these awards — contact the provider to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As these are scholarships, the money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student in Alberta who wants to pursue a career in education or succeed in any post-secondary field of study. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. No notification timeline is posted publicly — before you start your application, check the Government of Alberta's program page or call their office to confirm when you will hear back. Recipients are selected based on financial need, your involvement in your Indigenous community, academic achievement, and other measures of merit. Selection criteria for the specific number of winners aren't published — ask the Government of Alberta how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask the Government of Alberta 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 Government of Alberta whether it's a one-time award or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Graduate, Diploma — study level
- Resident of AB — provincial eligibility
- Studying Bachelor of Education, Masters of Education, Doctorate of Education, Education Assistant, Native Studies, Indigenous Language Programs, Indigenous Language and Culture, Early Learning and Child Care — 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.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.
Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Community Leadership
The biggest mistake is simply listing your volunteer hours.
Strategy
Winners instead tell stories about how their involvement in their Indigenous community created a real impact.
Strategy
Describe a specific project where you helped others lead or learn.
Support
The biggest mistake is providing a generic character reference.
Strategy
Winners provide letters from community elders or teachers who can vouch for their leadership and commitment to their culture.
Strategy
Get a reference who knows your roots and your goals.
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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 August 1, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
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Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Indigenous.
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