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Since 1996, Indspire has provided over $190 million in financial support through more than 59,000 bursaries, scholarships and awards to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students. There is one application for all of Indspire’s bursaries, scholarships, and awards*. You only need to complete the application once to be considered for all applicable bursaries, scholarships, and awards.

Deadlines: August 1, November 1, February 1 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

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Updates From Indspire

November 23, 2023

Rio Tinto renews commitment to Indspire partnership and key initiatives

Indspire is pleased to announce the renewal of a key partnership with Rio Tinto which will provide support to Indigenous students and educators in a wide variety of channels across multiple venues.

October 17, 2023

Indspire announces new board member

Indspire is pleased to announce the appointment of a new member of its Board of Directors: Jean La Rose, President & CEO of Dadan Sivunivut. He brings a wealth of experience in media and communications to Indspire along with a storied career in Indigenous media and business.

August 1, 2023

Indspire announces new VP of Communications & Marketing and new Director of Programs & Student Success

Indspire today announced the promotion of Brandon Meawasige to Vice President, Communications and Marketing and Julie Wildgoose to Director, Programs and Student Success.

July 13, 2023

Registration Opens for Indspire’s 2023 National Gathering for Indigenous Education

Indspire is pleased to announce that registration is now open for one of the biggest events of National Indigenous Education Month in November: the National Gathering for Indigenous Education. The 2023 National Gathering will take place from November 15-17, 2023, in Montreal, Quebec. It’s open to all K-12 educators who want to share best practices and innovation in Indigenous education.

Your Contributions

The Brighter Futures Circle is a group of dedicated donors who want to deepen their connection with Indspire and expand their support of Indigenous students.

Your investment in their future is an investment in Canada’s future with an annual gift of $1,000, or more, members of the Brighter Futures Circle provide significant support to all of Indspire’s programs. As a member, you play a vital role in helping more First Nation, Inuit and Métis students realize their dream of a post-secondary education.

Your contributions will help remove financial barriers to post-secondary education, provide mentor support to students, allow educators to share resources to improve outcomes, and so much more.