Veren Award for Indigenous Students

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for annual bursaries supporting Indigenous students attending post-secondary institutions across Canada.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Veren 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 need financial help to pursue your education in fields like engineering, skilled trades, or social sciences. You have three application 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 a portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Veren how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Veren 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 Veren whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level
• ✓ Studying Cultural Studies, Education, Engineering, Environment, Health & Safety, Skilled Trades, Electrician, Instrumentation, Mechanics (millwrights), Pipefitting, Welding, practical welding, welding technology, welding inspecting, welding engineering, Social Sciences, Geoscience — 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

   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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