GSC Indigenous Student Awards

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for funding to support your health-related post-secondary studies as an Indigenous student.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Green Shield Canada (GSC — a social enterprise providing health and dental benefits) to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student pursuing a career in healthcare or wellness to help build stronger and more inclusive communities. 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 — ask Green Shield Canada how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Green Shield 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 Green Shield Canada whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level
• ✓ Studying psychology, mental health counselling, social work, health sciences, medical school, dentistry, health services, health promotion — 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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