Peter Gilgan Foundation Indigenous Student Award

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for an annual award to help Indigenous students cover their post-secondary education costs.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Peter Gilgan Foundation to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student with demonstrated financial need who wants help paying for your schooling. You can apply by August 1, November 1, or 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 Peter Gilgan Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Peter Gilgan Foundation 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 Peter Gilgan Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level

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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