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LCBO · National
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for funding available to Indigenous students aged 19+ studying at an Ontario college or university.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact LCBO (the Liquor Control Board of Ontario) 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 an Indigenous student from Ontario who is pursuing post-secondary education in any field of study. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through an application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask LCBO how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask LCBO 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 LCBO 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.
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic statement about your background.
Winners instead share specific stories about how their Indigenous identity and community connection drive their educational goals.
Write a personal narrative that connects your heritage to your future career.
The biggest mistake is submitting a basic character reference.
Winners instead provide letters from community elders or mentors who can speak to their leadership and commitment to their culture.
Ask your referees to use concrete examples of your contributions to the community.
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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