Scotiabank Awards

Value: $3,000/ea. Quantity: 3

Recipients: full-time students entering the 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of the Native Human Services program (preferably), with one award designated to an Aboriginal student (preferably). Selection is based on academic achievement (min. 75% average), demonstrated financial need and Ontario residency as defined by OSAP. Application required. OTHER COMMENTS: If there are no qualified students in Native Human Services, then the awards may be given to students in any year of any program.

The Semple-Gooder Bursary

Value: $500.

Recipient: a Native student entering any year of any program or a Native mature student who has completed at least one year of full-time studies at the University. Based on financial need. Application required.

The Kelly Ann Henderson Memorial Bursary

Established by Mr. Ron Henderson and Mrs. Loris Brochu, beloved sister and brother of Kelly Ann Henderson, in remembrance of Kelly Ann Henderson, a devoted mother of two who found the courage and determination to successfully acquire two university degrees while at the same time balancing the challenges of school and family life. The award valued at $1,500 annually, will be paid to a female student enrolled in any year of the Social Work or Native Human Services Program. To qualify, students must have demonstrated financial need, and good academic standing. Applicants must also have demonstrated sincere effort and commitment to their academic endeavours. Application is required

The Doug Dokis/Cindy Henriques Native Students' Award - other criteria: enrolment in Native Studies.

The Jolene Moriarty Native Students' Award - other criteria: enrolment in Native Studies.

The CCH Canadian Limited Bursaries (2)

Value: $500/ea. Recipients: Native students in the 4th year of the Commerce program enrolled in the Corporate Taxation and/or Personal Taxation course. If no students qualify, then the bursaries shall be awarded in this order of preference: (1) to a Native student in 4th-year Commerce; (2) to a Native student in 3rd-year Commerce; (3) to a student entering the 3rd or 4th year of the Commerce program. Based on financial need and Ontario residency, as defined by OSAP. Application required.

Arthur and Eva Solomon Bursary

In memory of Arthur and Eva Solomon who helped to create both the Native Studies and the Native Human Services programs at Laurentian University.  Donated by the Solomon family and friends, three bursaries, each valued at $400, will be awarded to full-time Native students who are enrolled in any year of the following programs: Native Studies, Native Human Services and any other program offered through Laurentian University. These bursaries are based on financial need and Ontario residency as defined by OSAP. A bursary application is required.

The RUTHCO Bursary

The RUTHCO Bursary was established by Nancy Ruth to honour the lives and values of her Sudbury colleagues and friends, Mary Lue Hinds and Anne Cole. The student recipient will have made a significant contribution to social justice issues and be studying full-time at Laurentian University with preference given to students studying women’s studies, social work, or Native human services. The student must have a 75% average, be a resident of Ontario and demonstrate financial need. The value of the award will be $5000. Application required.

M’naagaa Eskoonwejig – Celebrating Our Student Scholarship

Established by School of Native Human Services to aid a full time student enrolled in the School of Native Human Services program. The recipient must have completed all 2^nd year requirements and have a minimum 76% cumulative average or higher. The recipient must have an 80% class attendance rate. The qualified recipient will receive the award the first week of December. 

Value is $400.

The Hélène Babin Jacob Bursary

Established by family and friends, this bursary is awarded on the basis of financial need to a full time aboriginal student enrolled in the nursing or social work program. Secondary preference will be given to an aboriginal student in the francophone program. Value is variable. Application is required.

Note:  The above bursaries can be found on Laurentian University Website, along with other bursary details.  The application form can also be printed from this site and submitted to the Financial Aid office in the Parker Bldg. Due dates for the applications are also indicated.

Other Bursaries and Web Sites

Note:  Due dates for bursary applications vary.  Some are also managed by the Laurentian University Financial Aid office, but not as a standard practice.

Laurentian University 50^th Anniversary Access Awards.

The Foundation for the Advancement of Aboriginal Youth.

National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation.

Metis Nation of Ontario

Note:  Applicants for the following sites, will need to create a profile, which is used to match students with the potential bursary donators.  The due dates vary per application

http://www.scholarshipscanada.com

Indian and Northern Affairs Canada