Scholarships and Awards
First Nations University of Canada students are eligible for all awards offered by the First Nations University of Canada and the University of Regina. Application forms for First Nations University of Canada awards are available from the First Nations University of Canada Student Success Services or by clicking the links below. General inquiries should be directed to:
First Nations University of Canada Scholarship Committee
1 First Nations Way
Regina, SK S4S 7K2
Phone: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Email: First Nations University of Canada Scholarship Committee
Download the application forms:
February 28th Application Form
For more scholarships, awards and bursaries please visit the University of Regina Scholarship website.
FNUniv is pleased to feature Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada’s new Aboriginal Bursary Widget which features a searchable list of more than 680 bursaries, scholarships and incentives across Canada, offered by governments, universities and colleges, private and public companies, individual Canadians, organizations and others. The majority of bursaries on this list target Aboriginal students but could vary by group such as First Nation, Métis or Inuit. Also, some bursaries are specific to a region, place of residence, a school, or a field of study.
You can also visit: Aboriginal Bursaries Search Tool home page.
Deloitte Indigenous Student Awards
February 28th Deadline:
Deadline: February 28
Donor: Adam Dreamhealer
Value: $500
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Bachelor of Science; Applied Science
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing: 65%
Designation: First Nations ancestry
Criteria: Students must be registered as a FNUniv student in either a Bachelor of Science or Applied Science program. Students will be selected based upon a combination of academic merit and financial need.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and complete this Budget
Deadline: February 28th
Donor:
Value: $1,000
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Award to be given to a Masters Student or a PhD Student
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: Available to a person of Aboriginal Heritage who is a Canadian citizen and a graduate of the First Nations University of Canada or the University of Regina who is enrolled in a Masters or PhD program at a recognized post-secondary institution. Selection for this award will be based upon academic achievement. Presented at the First Nations University of Canada spring convocation.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and complete this Nomination Form
Application Details: Applicant must submit an application form in full, nomination form from his/her faculty advisor, confirmation of enrolment duly endorsed by that institution, academic letter of reference (separate from faculty advisor nominator), personal letter of reference, and an official transcript of marks from previous post-secondary institutions. Successful applicant can apply for this award only once.
Deadline: February 28
Donor: A generous bequest from the estate of Edna Irene Allen.
Value: $600
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Any field of study
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours: Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours in the semester in which the application is made.
Minimum Academic Standing: UPGA of at least 65%
Designation: Must be a First Nations University of Canada student of Aboriginal ancestry.
Criteria:
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Submit transcripts with application.
Deadline: February 28
Donor:
Value: $ 300 Gift Certificate (to a relevant bookstore)
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study:
Year(s) Study: Minimum of 24 to a maximum of 60 completed credit hours
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation:
Criteria: Must be a responsible frequent user of the First Nations University of Canada Library. Award will be given to the applicant with the highest GPA. In the event of a tie, this award will be given to the student with the most number of credit hours completed.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Must submit transcripts and a letter of reference from the Head Librarian at the First Nations University of Canada.
Deadline: February 28
Donor: Grain & General Services Union (ILWU-Canada)
Value: $ 2,000
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Any area of study leading to a degree
Year(s) Study: Minimum of 30 credit hours to a maximum of 60 credit hours (not including ENGL 90, ENGL 91, and AMTH 001,002,003).
Minimum Credit Hours: Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Minimum Academic Standing: 70%
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: Open to an Aboriginal student enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours at the First Nations University of Canada. Must have successfully completed a minimum of 30 credit hours (not including ENGL 90/91 and AMTH 001/002/003 classes) to a maximum of 60 credit hours in any area of study leading to a degree. Financial need, leadership, participation and involvement in on-campus and student activities will be considered in the selection of recipient.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and complete this Budget
Application Details: Must submit transcripts, budget, and a cover letter indicating involvement in on-campus and student activities with application.
Deadline: February 28
Donor:
Value: $600
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Administration
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation:
Criteria: Must be a First Nations University of Canada student who successfully completed the Administration Qualifying Program and successfully transferred into the Bachelor of Administration Program. Selection of recipient is based on highest transfer GPA. In the event of a tie, the award will be shared among the qualifying students.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Must submit program sheet from Academic Advisor and two letters of reference outside of the First Nations University of Canada with application.
Deadline: February 28
Donor: Del Anaquod
Value: $2,000
Number of Scholarships: One annually
Field(s) of Study: Any field
Year(s) Study: Open
Minimum Academic Standing: GPA 60%
Criteria: Applicants must be a full-time registered student attending FNUniv and must be a single parent; male or female, First Nations or non First Nations. A single parent is defined as an individual who is raising a child(s) under the age of 18 years and has been doing so for at least two years.
Background: This Bursary recognizes the struggles and dreams of single parents who want a better life for their children. Although the bursary is in the name of Viola Anaquod, the award recognizes all single parents and their accomplishments. Ms. Anaquod successfully raised eight children as a single parent.
Contact: Student Success Services
First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: (306)790-5950 extension 3100; Fax (306) 790-5996
Application: Available at www.firstnationsuniversity.ca or Student Success Services.
Application Details: Applicants must submit a First Nations University of Canada General Scholarship Application package by the February 28th deadline which includes:
- A completed application form
- A copy of current transcripts
- A 500-700 word essay highlighting the applicant’s struggles and accomplishments, academic merit and financial barriers. This is an opportunity for applicants to reflect on their success, both personally and academically and to highlight the success of their children. The applicant may want to emphasize the barriers being a single parent has presented in achieving academic goals. What was done to overcome these barriers? What are your hopes for your children; how does your success as a student impact your children?
October 31st Deadline:
Deadline: October 31
Donor: Deanna Christensen
Value: $100
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Any field
Year(s) Study: Completed first year of studies
Minimum Credit Hours: Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation: Treaty/Status Indian
Criteria: Applicant must be a single parent student who is a Saskatchewan Treaty/StatusIndian registered in full time classes in any field of study, and who has completed his/her first year of study. Selection of recipient will be based on need.
Contact: Student Success Services
First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: (306)790-5950 extension 3100; Fax (306) 790-5996
Application: Available at www.firstnationsuniversity.ca or Student Success Services.
Application Details: Must submit a letter of recommendation from his/her academic advisor, application, transcripts and budget.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: Trust fund has been established in commemoration of the late FSIN Chief Bobby Bird.
Value: $600
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Administration Qualifying; Administration
Year(s) Study: Must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours.
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing: 67%
Designation: Saskatchewan Treaty Indian
Criteria: Must be a Treaty Indian registered in the Administration Qualifying Program or First Nations University of Canada School of Business and Public Administration. Must have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours with a minimum GPA of 67%. Must be pursuing a career in the field of Indigenous Management and Administration. Need is a prime importance.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and compete this Budget
Application Details: Submit transcripts and a budget with application.
Deadline: October 31st for Bachelor of Indigenous Education - Elementary
July 10th for First Nations Language Instructors Certificate Program
Donor: South Saskatchewan Community Foundation Inc.
Value: TBA
Number of Scholarships: TBD annually
Field(s) of Study: First Nations Language Certificate Program and Bachelor of Indigenous Education - Elementary
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours: Must have completed a minimum of 6 credit hours.
Minimum Academic Standing: N/A
Designation:
Criteria: Students must be registered at the First Nations University of Canada and fall within one of the following two categories:
- Be enrolled in the Bachelor of Indigenous Education - Elementary Program and completed a minimum of 6 credit hours in Indigenous Language courses; or
- Be enrolled in the First Nations Language Certificate Program.
Preference will be given to students who meet the above qualifications, are over 30 years of age, and intend to teach a Canadian Indigenous language at the primary or elementary level. Students may be Aboriginal or non-Aboriginal.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Submit application, program sheet to be completed by an Academic Advisor, budget, and cover letter expressing interest in teaching an Indian language at the primary or elementary level.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: First Nations University of Canada Board of Governors
Value: $1,000
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Special Case Masters Program
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation:
Criteria: Must be a graduate of the First Nations University of Canada with the highest GPA accepted into full-time graduate studies in a joint First Nations University of Canada/University of Regina Special Case Masters Program.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Submit transcripts with application.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: A gift from the Hudson’s Bay Charitable Foundation
Value: 2 awards of $2,700
Number of Scholarships: Two
Field(s) of Study: Indigenous Studies; Administration
Year(s) Study: 60 credit hours in Indigenous Studies Program
90 credit hours in Administration Program
Minimum Credit Hours: Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours
Minimum Academic Standing: 75%
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: Applicant must be of Aboriginal ancestry. Must be a First Nations University of Canada student. One award will be given to a student who has completed the 60 credit hours in the Indigenous Studies program, and one given to a student who has completed 90 credit hours in the School of Business and Public Administration Program.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Transcripts to be included with application
Deadline: October 31
Donor:
Value: $350
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study:
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation: Must be a First Nations University of Canada student
Criteria: Must be of Indian Ancestry registered in full- or part-time studies. Applicant must submit 8 poems, or 2 pieces of fiction, or 1 play
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Deadline: October 31
Donor:
Value: $800
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Indigenous Studies
Year(s) Study: Completed a minimum of 60 credit hours towards degree
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing: 70%
Designation:
Criteria: Awarded to a First Nations University of Canada student who has successfully completed a minimum of 60 credit hours towards completing a Bachelor of Arts in Indigenous Studies. Recipient will have demonstrated a commitment to First Nations government development.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Applicant must submit cover letter demonstrating a commitment to First Nations government development, transcripts, and two letters of reference outside of the First Nations University of Canada.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: Johnson-Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy
Value: $1,000 (paid in 2 installments - $500 in the first semester and $500 paid in the second semester providing the student maintains a 65% GPA)
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Indigenous Studies
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing: 65% in the semester during which they apply for the award and they must maintain 65% average in the following semester in order to receive the second installment
Designation:
Criteria: Registered student at the First Nations University of Canada. Must be registered in at least 9 credit hours in the semester during which you apply for the award. Financial need will be taken into consideration.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: Download See above application and complete this Budget
Application Details: Submit a completed application form, a budget indicating financial need, a brief resume (outlining education institutes, community involvement, volunteer and work experience) with application.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: Gerald Sherrard
Value: $1,600 ($800 each)
Number of Scholarships: Two
Field(s) of Study: Indian Education; Indian Social Work
Year(s) Study: 4th Year
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing: 75%
Designation: Treaty/Status Indian
Criteria: Must be a Treaty/Status Indian from Western Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, or Yukon). Must express commitment to return to his/her community upon completion of degree. One scholarship will be awarded in the discipline of Indian Education, and one scholarship will be awarded in the discipline of Indian Social Work.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Transcripts must accompany the application. Must submit two letters of reference from outside the First Nations University of Canada, and cover letter from applicant indicating a strong commitment to First Nations’ communities.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: Petroleum Technology Research Centre (PTRC)
Number of Scholarships: Two scholarships in the amount of $1000, for a total amount of $2000
Field(s) of Study: Applicants must be enrolled in a minimum of two science courses in the academic year.
Year(s) of Study: N/A
Minimum Credit Hours: N/A
Minimum Academic Standing: successful applicants will be selected on academic achievement
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: A registered FNUniv student, enrolled in at least two science courses during the academic year. Applicants will be selected based on academic excellence/achievement and financial need.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and complete this Budget
Deadline: October 31
Donor: Ted Nolan Foundation
Number of Scholarships: 1 scholarship in the amount of $5,000
Field(s) of Study: Any field of study
Minimum Credit Hours: Must have completed 1 year of full-time studies (24 credit hours) of a 3 or 4 year program.
Criteria: Applicant must be a status Indian Woman from a First Nation community in Canada. Must be a Canadian Resident.
Contact:
Students Success Services
First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Submit the Following:
- A completed application form
- A copy of current transcripts
- A resume
- A brief resume describing your educational achievements, career plans, and community involvement.
- Copy of Status Card
- 1 recent/current letter of Academic Reference (within current year)
- 1 recent/current letter of Community Reference (within current year)
- Proof of enrollment of continue studies
Deadline: October 31
Donor: SaskEnergy
Value: $10,000
Number of Scholarships: Two scholarships each in the amount of $5,000, or ten scholarships each in the amount of $1,000, or a combination of such to a total of $10,000 annually.
Field(s) of Study: Engineering, Sciences/Environmental Sciences, Arts (those areas of study that lead to entry into engineering and/or sciences), or Administration.
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours: Must be a full-time student registering or registered in a full course load (15 credit hours) for $5,000 scholarship.
Must be a full-time student registering or registered in a full course load (12 credit hours) for $1,000 scholarship.
Minimum Academic Standing: 80% for $5,000 scholarship
75% for $1,000 scholarship
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: Applicant must be a Status Indian, Non-Status Indian, Inuit, or Métis. Need is of primary importance. Must be a Saskatchewan resident, or have been a Saskatchewan resident at least two years prior to application. Successful applicants will be paid in two equal installments: First installment to be paid in November, and second installment to be paid in February as per continued academic excellence.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Submit budget and transcripts with application.
Deadline: October 31
Donor: SGI
Value: $2,500
Number of Scholarships: One scholarship in the amount of $2,500 is awarded annually
Field(s) of Study: Administration Qualifying or Faculty of Administration or in at least the second year of a Computer Science degree.
Minimum Credit Hours:Must be a full-time student enrolled in at least 12 credit hours
Minimum Academic Standing: An overall average of at least 65%
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: Applicant must be a status Indian, Non-status Indian, Inuit or Métis. Applicants must show their contribution to the community, extra curricular activities or commitments made in balancing work, education, and home responsibilities. Need is of primary importance.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Submit budget and transcripts with application. Recipient must provide First Nations University with permission to release their name and contact information to SGI.
February 28th & October 31st Deadlines:
Deadline: Prior to Spring and Fall Convocation
Donor:
Value: $400
Number of Scholarships: One
Field(s) of Study: Indian Art
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation:
Criteria: Presented at the First Nations University of Canada convocation to a 4th year Indian Art History graduate. Selection is based on highest GPA in required core classes (INAH 100, INAH 200, INAH 202, INAH 204, INAH 300 level).
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: No application required
Application Details: Student Success Services email hyperlink:
Deadline: February 28 and October 31
Donor: Clifford and Elizabeth Blight
Value: $150
Number of Scholarships: Four (Two to be awarded for the fall semester, two for the winter semester)
Field(s) of Study: Any field of study
Year(s) Study: Must have completed a minimum of 15 credit hours
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation: Aboriginal
Criteria: Applicant must be of Aboriginal ancestry full or part-time student enrolled in any field of study. Must have completed a minimum of 15 credit hours and be committed to studies. Must indicate a desire to work within their community after convocation. Need is of secondary importance.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and complete this Budget
Application Details: Submit transcripts with application, and a cover letter indicating a desire to work within your community.
Deadline: October 31st and February 28th
Donor:
Value: $500
Number of Scholarships: One per semester
Field(s) of Study: Any field of study but preference given to students studying in areas of math and sciences
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours:
Minimum Academic Standing:
Designation: Status or Non-Status First Nation
Criteria: Must be a single parent, full-time student attending the First Nations University of Canada. Must demonstrate commitment to community or cultural involvement and/or volunteer work. Must outline how they have overcome adversity to succeed.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application
Application Details: Submit one-page letter with application, outlining how they have overcome adversity to succeed.
Deadline: October 31 and February 28
Donor: K + S Potash Canada
Value: $1, 250
Number of Scholarships: 2 (two) per semester
Field(s) of Study: Any program that leads to one of the following disciplines: Engineering, Sciences, Business Administration and Entrepreneurship (many 1st year Arts programs can lead to these disciplines).
Year(s) Study:
Minimum Credit Hours: Must be enrolled in a minimum of (9) credit hours
Minimum Academic Standing: 65%
Designation: Full-time registered student of FNUniv
Criteria: Must be a Saskatchewan resident for at least two years prior to application First Nation, Status, non-Status Indian, Métis or Inuit. Able to demonstrate financial need.
Contact: Student Success Services
Details: First Nations University of Canada
1 First Nations Way
Regina SK S4S 7K2
Tel: 306-790-5950 ext. 3134
Fax: 306-790-5996
Application: See above application and complete this Budget
Application Details: Applicant must submit a cover letter that addresses financial need (including budget) and academic goals.
