Aboriginal/First Nations Funding

President's Aboriginal Support Bursary
The President's Aboriginal Support Bursary was initiated by RRU Core Faculty member Dr. Richard Kool, as a support mechanism to improve access to education for Aboriginal learners. The purpose of this bursary is to recognize the importance of assisting First Nations students and facilitating their continued learning leading to post-secondary degrees when they are faced with exceptional financial difficulties near the end of their program.

To submit an application for this bursary, please contact Rena Mahon Howlett, Coordinator of Financial Aid and Awards, 250-391-2600 ext. 4830.

The Irving K. Barber BC Aboriginal Student Award
The BC Aboriginal Student Award was established in 2008 as part of the Provincial Government's strategy to improve Aboriginal access and achievement. Its purpose is to support Aboriginal people in getting post-secondary education by reducing financial barriers.

The Scholarship Society administers the program in partnership with the Victoria Foundation. Awards of $1,000 - $3,500 are available for Aboriginal people pursuing post-secondary education that is at least nine weeks long.

Applications must be submitted directly to the Victoria Foundation no later than April 10, 2012.

 Ch'nook Scholar's Program
The Ch’nook Aboriginal Business Education Program at UBC is open to all Aboriginal students enrolled in full-time business diploma or degree programs at post-secondary institutions in BC.

Annual bursaries of $1,500 are available for application. Successful candidates will also receive $1,500 upon completion of the year of study.  In addition, Ch'nook Scholars attend gatherings at UBC to meet and discuss all aspects of college and careers for which travel expenses are paid by the Ch’nook Program.
Please refer to the Ch-nook website for complete program details and to access the application form.  Kindly direct questions to Ch-nook.