The Boyd-Myles Bursary for Indigenous Students
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The Boyd-Myles Foundation · National
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for a bursary supporting Indigenous students in any post-secondary program across Canada.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact The Boyd-Myles Foundation 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 who balances your academic goals with a commitment to helping your community. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and 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 in detail, though the foundation prioritizes financial need along with your academic performance and community involvement. Ask The Boyd-Myles Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask The Boyd-Myles 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 The Boyd-Myles Foundation 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.
Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
The biggest mistake is providing a vague statement about needing money.
Winners instead provide a clear, honest breakdown of their costs and gaps, showing exactly why this bursary is necessary for their success.
The biggest mistake is using a generic reference letter.
Winners instead secure letters from community leaders or teachers who can give specific examples of how you contribute to the community as a whole.
The biggest mistake is waiting until the final deadline.
Since there are three separate windows (August 1, November 1, and February 1), apply for the earliest one that fits your enrollment to get your funding sorted sooner.
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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