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Yip Legacy Award for Indigenous Women

Reviewed by G Paul · verified August 31, 2026

Nov 1, 2026

Next deadline

Dr. Kirsten Yip

Administered by

What you will need

Proof of Indigenous affiliation
Confirmation of residency in British Columbia
Proof of enrollment in a post-secondary program (any level or field of study)

About this award

Deadlines fall on August 1, November 1 and February 1 for funding available to Indigenous women from British Columbia pursuing any level of study.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Dr. Kirsten Yip to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous woman from British Columbia who wants the freedom to choose your own path of study regardless of the institution. 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 Indspire portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Dr. Kirsten Yip how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Dr. Kirsten Yip 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 Dr. Kirsten Yip whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a woman from British Columbia with any Indigenous affiliation. You can be enrolled in any program of study at any level of study.

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

Resident of British Columbia

How to apply

Read the award's own page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

More details

Identity

Avoid providing a generic bio.

Instead, share your personal connection to your Indigenous heritage and how this award supports your specific values and passions.

Write a narrative that shows your perseverance.

Support

Avoid submitting references that only speak to your grades.

Instead, provide referees who can speak to your character and community involvement.

Ensure your referees can vouch for your persistence.

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