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Nunatsiaq News – Jim Bell Memorial Bursaries
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
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Aug 1
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About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for annual bursaries supporting Inuit students from Nunavut or Nunavik studying journalism and media.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Nunatsiaq News 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 Inuit student from Nunavut or Nunavik pursuing a career in storytelling and news. 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 Nunatsiaq News how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Nunatsiaq News 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 Nunatsiaq News 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 Broadcast Television and Radio, Communications and New Media, Journalism, Media Studies — 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.
Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Program Focus
The biggest mistake is writing a generic application.
Strategy
Winners instead highlight their specific passion for Northern journalism and explain why their studies in media will benefit Inuit communities.
Strategy
Mention your ties to Nunavut or Nunavik clearly.
Support
Many students forget to include letters from mentors in the media industry.
Strategy
Winners instead provide references from editors or professors who can vouch for their technical skills in broadcasting or reporting.
Strategy
Since there are three separate deadlines (August 1, November 1, and February 1), do not wait until the final one.
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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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