Parkland Burnaby Refinery Indigenous Bursary

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for one of four bursaries available to Indigenous students attending post-secondary institutions across Canada.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Parkland 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 identify as Indigenous and are pursuing your education at a post-secondary level, especially if you have a strong record of helping your community. 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 the application portal. Selection criteria aren't published in detail, though the provider considers financial need as the main factor along with your academic performance and community involvement. Ask Parkland how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Parkland 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 Parkland whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Undergraduate — study level
• ✓ Studying STEM — 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

   Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

   Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

3. 3

   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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