Scholarships

Newfoundland and Labrador Multicultural Folk Art Council Aboriginal Scholarship Application

The application will be evaluated by the Awards Committee of the St. John's Native Friendship Centre Association and applicants are reminded that the NLMFAC has established a $500.00 scholarship primarily for the benefit of Aboriginal students who are not receiving funding from Government agencies (ie Human Resources Development Canada, Indian and Northen Affairs Canada) or Aboriginal funding agencies (ie Labrador Inuit Association, Innu Nation, Federation of Newfoundland Indians, Metis Nation, Miawpukek Mi' kamawey Mawi' omi, etc.) . Nevertheless students receiving such funding who can demonstrate the funding is not sufficient to meet their needs may apply and provide documentation about such need. Applicants must be already attending a post-secondary institution.

A complete application will include

Letter of application outlining

demonstrated involvement with the Aboriginal community
career goals, particularly as they pertain to Aboriginal peoples
any special circumstances with respect to financial need

Most recent transcripts of academic work and a letter from your institution stating the number of courses you are currently registered in
Completed Scholarship application form
Two letters of reference from an academic source familiar with your educational performance

A copy of the application form is available online: NLMFAC Scholarship

The application deadline is October 15, 2007. Applicants will be notified before the presentation on November 3, 2007

Past Winners

Audrey Lucas, Tracy Louvelle, Troy Bennett, Amanda Stratton, Deanne Stevens, Christine Ponniuk, Dwayne Pike, Stanley Nochasak, Valerie Pilgrim, Erica Samms, Jim Bellows, Gillian Decker, Matthew Penney, Elizabeth Rice, Dennis Vere-Holloway, and Steve George.

Foundation for the Advancement of Aboriginal Youth (FAAY)

The Foundation for the Advancement of Aboriginal Youth is dedicated to developing future generations for Aboriginal leaders though higher education. This year $163, 000 will be awarded to students across Canada who continue to work toward their educational goals.
FAAY is operated by the Canadian Council of Aboriginal Business, a non-profit organization that is Canada's leader in promoting the full participation of Aboriginal communities in the Canadian economy.

For more information or download a copy of the application in PDF format please visit the FAAY page at the CCAB site.

SCHOLARSHIP HOW-TO'S

Check the institution you wish to attend. Most universities and colleges have their own website which generally includes a link to a scholarship/bursary page. Not all scholarships are based on academic performance, some are based on community involvement, leadership, and financial need.
If your parent/gaurdian belongs to a union, check and see if they have scholarships available for their dependents.
To be eligible for Aboriginal awards you will need proof of ancestry (metis/indian status card). A photocopy is generally sufficient
If you have status contact your band ASAP and notify them that you wish to attend post secondary education. For some bands, some students entering post secondary education directly from high school, often get priority over those students returning to school after several years.
Most awards require copies of transcripts, and proof of enrollment in a post secondary institution. There is often an application form to complete, usually available online or through the institution's financial department.
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