Manitoba Scholarships

Aboriginal students at Brandon University entering their second year are eligible on the basis of financial need. One bursary goes to a student in the B.Ed. (AD) degree program, and one goes to a student in Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, or Indigenous Health and Human Services. The total bursary pool is $4,635, divided equally between the two recipients. Two awards are available.

Full-time undergraduate students at the University of Ottawa who work as student mentors in a faculty, are not Ontario residents (as per OSAP rules), demonstrate financial need, and show strong academic, leadership, and coaching skills may apply. Open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, persons with protected or refugee status, and international students. Awards are $4,500 or more, up to the cost of tuition for one full academic year. Apply via uoZone by November 3 with the Financial Questionnaire, transcript, CV, a 500-word letter on your mentor experience, and a reference letter.

Indigenous high school graduates across Canada entering any direct-entry program at the University of Manitoba who demonstrate outstanding leadership potential and academic giftedness, including a minimum 90 percent average on eligible courses, plus community involvement. Three awards valued at $16,000 each ($4,000 per year for four years). Complete applications and all required documentation, including reference letters through the Undergraduate Application portal, by December 1 each year. The BMO Financial Group Indigenous Leader of Tomorrow scholarship program supports exceptional Indigenous high school graduates within the University of Manitoba community.

Manitoba legacy bursaries honoring former merger partners Westoba, Caisse, and Entegra with three $2,000 awards for graduating high school students or current Manitoba public post-secondary students. Streams target business, Francophone studies, or agriculture and rural development respectively while prioritizing community leadership. Apply during the November 20 to February 28 window with proof of Manitoba high school graduation and post-secondary enrollment.

Open to entering or returning students with financial need who are Manitoba residents of Métis status. Applicants must provide a letter from the Louis Riel Institute confirming membership with the Manitoba Métis Federation, and complete the Special Awards for High Need Students and Louis Riel Bursary application forms. Bursaries of $1,500.

Open to a Brandon University student in the graduating year who has been accepted into a Doctor of Dental Surgery or Doctor of Dental Medicine program in Canada. If no graduating student is eligible in a given year, the award may be renewed for a recent Brandon University graduate who previously received it and continues to meet dentistry program requirements. One scholarship of $1,100 is awarded on the basis of academic merit. Apply through Brandon University's centralized scholarship application.

Students at Assiniboine College with financial need may apply for this bursary from the Rotary Club of Brandon. One award of $1,000 is offered. Apply through the Assiniboine AwardSpring general bursary application.

Outstanding high school graduates entering the University of Winnipeg may apply for this entrance scholarship. One award of $957 is available, funded by the Erica and Arnold Rogers Fund for Academic Excellence. Submit the online entrance scholarship application by March 4.

Open to a student with a demonstrated interest in new music (vocal or instrumental) who is entering third or fourth year. Selection is based on financial need and exceptional performance. One scholarship-bursary of $642 is awarded.

Continuing students in the Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Winnipeg who demonstrate financial need may receive this bursary. The award provides $495 to one student. Apply through the university's AcademicWorks awards portal when the bursary cycle is active. The fund honours Lucille and Clarence Williams and recognizes faculty dedication to helping business students overcome obstacles and reach their potential.