Justice Canada Legal Studies for Indigenous People

About this award

Apply by August 1 for funding if you are a Métis or non-status First Nation student in a Canadian university pre-law or law program.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Justice Canada Legal Studies for Indigenous People to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a Métis or non-status First Nation student working toward a career in the legal profession. You must apply by August 1. No notification timeline is posted publicly — when you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back, whether it is by email, phone, or a portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Justice Canada Legal Studies for Indigenous People how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Justice Canada Legal Studies for Indigenous People 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 Justice Canada Legal Studies for Indigenous People whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Studying Pre-Law, Law — 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, 2025~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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