Empowering your educational journey

At EmpoweringIndigenousLearners, we are committed to supporting Indigenous members in Canada pursue their educational aspirations. Explore our current grant program designed to help you achieve your goals.

Our educational grant program

We are proud to introduce our first grant opportunity, offering up to $5,000 to support your educational journey. This grant is designed to remove financial barriers and empower you to focus on your studies.

Grant details Information
Grant amount Up to $5,000
Program focus Pursuing an education
Who is eligible First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals aged 23-35
Eligible programs College or university trades or apprenticeships, certificate programs, skills training, and other approved educational programs
Special considerations Exceptions are made even if you are not yet accepted into a program
What the grant covers Details
Tuition fees Covers the cost of your educational program
Books and school supplies Assistance with essential learning materials
Technology Includes laptops, software, and internet access
Childcare Support for childcare expenses related to your education
Trade tools and equipment Funding for necessary tools and equipment for trades programs
Certification or exam fees Assistance with costs for certifications and exams
Other approved expenses Additional educational expenses as approved
How to apply Next steps
Application process Follow the instructions on our 'How to Apply' page
Essay requirement A compelling essay is a key part of your application
Don't hesitate APPLY ANYWAY! You never know, you might be the one who gets the first grant from EmpoweringIndigenousLearners.
Stay updated Always check our page for new resources and updates as we are just beginning.

Ready to start your application?

GRANT APPLICATIONS WILL NOT OPEN UP UNTIL AFTER JANUARY 2027. WE WILL BE OPENING UP A APPLICATION GUIDE TO PERFECT YOUR APPLICATION. BEFORE ACTUAL APPLICATIONS ARE REALEASED.