AltaGas Bright Futures Bursary for Indigenous students

Why it fits you

Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study

Canada

Target level

Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate and Vocational training

Fields of study

All fields

Other conditions

• You must be an Indigenous student.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: The AltaGas Bright Futures Bursary is intended to support Indigenous students in reaching their full potential through alleviating financial stress while attending post-secondary and trades educations.
• You must study at an accredited post-secondary institution (university, college, technical college or apprenticeship program) located in Alberta or BC.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Institution of Study: Accredited post-secondary (university, college, technical college and apprenticeship programs) in Alberta or BC
• Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated financial need.PreferredOrganisation’s wording: Preference will be given to those with a demonstrated financial need.

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Number of places

10 places

Dates

Applications close

1 August 2026August 1 deadline

Other deadlines

• 1 November 2026November 1 deadline
• 1 February 2027February 1 deadline

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

1. 1
   Step 1: Submit a bursary application online.

   With whom

   You

   By when

   August 1, November 1 or February 1

   Official link

   Open the official page (opens in a new tab)

Where to apply

Prepare your departure

• Country guide: Canada