Sagard Bursary

What you will need

• ✓ Proof of Indigenous affiliation
• ✓ Confirmation of enrollment in a Finance, Investments, Human Resources, Investor Relations, or Marketing program
• ✓ Documentation of financial need
• ✓ Evidence of community involvement and contribution
• ✓ Academic transcripts showing merit and performance

About this award

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Sagard Holdings 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 Indigenous student pursuing a career in the investment profession, specifically within finance, human resources, investor relations, or marketing. Deadlines come around three times a year on August 1, November 1 and February 1, so aim for whichever one is next. 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 — ask Sagard Holdings how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. They prioritize students with demonstrated financial need, though they also look at your academic performance and how you contribute to your community. Ask Sagard Holdings 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 Sagard Holdings whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be an Indigenous student attending a post-secondary institution across Canada, such as a College, University, Technical College, or Apprenticeship Program. You must be enrolled in a program related to Finance and Investments, Human Resources, Investor Relations, or Marketing. While open to all qualified students, first preference will be given to those who are from or studying in Quebec and Ontario.

This is what the award's own page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm with the provider before you apply.

• ✓ Studying Finance and Investments, Human Resources, Investor Relations or Marketing

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's own page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Order your transcript1–2 weeks

   Your school's registrar can take a week or two.

3. 3

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

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