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Catherine Maxwell Meighen Foundation · National

The Catherine & Maxwell Meighen Indigenous Bursary

Reviewed by · 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 an annual bursary available to Indigenous students from Ontario studying at a post-secondary institution in the province.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Catherine Maxwell Meighen 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 identify as Indigenous, come from Ontario, and are pursuing a post-secondary education within the province. You can apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through a portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Catherine Maxwell Meighen Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Catherine Maxwell Meighen 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 Catherine Maxwell Meighen 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
  • Resident of ON — provincial eligibility

How to apply

  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. Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour

    Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

More details

Identity

The biggest mistake is providing a vague description of your heritage.

Strategy

Winners instead clearly state their specific Indigenous affiliation and how it connects to their identity and goals.

Strategy

Provide clear documentation of your ancestry.

Support

The biggest mistake is submitting a generic reference letter.

Strategy

Winners instead use referees who can speak to their character and their commitment to their community.

Strategy

Ask your referee to provide a specific example of your leadership.

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The Catherine & Maxwell Meighen Indigenous Bursary

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