In addition to the entrance awards provided by the University of Manitoba, a wide variety of external award opportunities are also available for students. Encourage your students to review our website for available external awards and the criteria required to apply. 

Eligibility and deadlines vary by award. Check the website regularly as awards are added as they become available.

https://www.umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/external-awards-scholarships 

BMO Financial Group Indigenous Leader of Tomorrow Scholarships will be offered to students who:

1. are Indigenous (Status, Non-Status, Métis, Inuit);

2. have achieved a high school average of at least 90 per cent calculated on the basis of results in (or equivalent courses across Canada):

1. English 30S or Français 30S and Anglais 30S

2. Mathematics 30S (either pre-calculus 30S or applied 30S only)

3. the highest marks in three of Biology 30S, Chemistry 30S, Physics 30S, History 30S, Geography 30S, Computer Science 30s, or a language at the 30S level other than those accepted for (1.1) above;

3. have demonstrated evidence of leadership qualities and future potential;

4. have demonstrated evidence of a high level of communication skills;

5. have a record of community involvement (e.g., school, local community, city-wide, regional, national, international);

6. have demonstrated evidence of special abilities other than those shown by academic results (e.g., artistic, athletic, or linguistic skills, literary accomplishments);

7. have completed a University of Manitoba application for admission by the December 1 deadline, including payment of application fee.

Recipients will be required to present a minimum 90 per

cent average based on those courses eligible for the University of Manitoba General Entrance Scholarships.

*Students must also complete Leader of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship Application form found at http://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/entrance-awards/bmo-indigenous-leaders-scholarships

Candidates will require:

BMO Financial Group Leader of Tomorrow Scholarships will be offered to students who:

1. have achieved a high school average of at least 90 percent calculated on the basis of results in (or equivalent courses for Canadian students outside of Manitoba):

a. English 30S or Français 30S and Anglais 30S

b. Mathematics 30S (either pre-calculus 30S or applied 30S only)

c. the highest marks in three of Biology 30S, Chemistry 30S, Physics 30S, History 30F, Geography 30S, Computer Science 30s, or a language at the 30S level other than those accepted for (a) above;

2. have demonstrated evidence of leadership qualities and future potential;

3. have demonstrated evidence of a high level of communication skills;

4. have a record of community involvement (e.g., school, local community city-wide, regional, national, international);

5. have demonstrated evidence of special abilities other than those shown by academic results (e.g., artistic, athletic, or linguistic skills, literary accomplishments);

6. have completed a University of Manitoba application for admission by the December 1 deadline, including payment of application fee.

*Students must also complete Leader of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship Application form found at http://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/entrance-awards/bmo-leaders-scholarships

Available to all high school seniors who meet the criteria below:

• Be living in the United States, Canada or Puerto Rico

• Be graduating high school seniors (U.S. and Puerto Rico), graduating from grade 12 (Canada) or graduating from home school education in the U.S., Puerto Rico or Canada

• Have a cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or the equivalent

• Plan to enroll full-time, without interruption, for the entire 2026-27 academic year at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school in the U.S., Canada or Puerto Rico

Consideration will be given to each applicant's academic record (33%), participation in school/community activities and work experience (33%) and financial need (33%).

Please visit: https://burgerking.scholarsapply.org/information.php to apply

Eligibility:

• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

• Must be a full-time student in the process of graduating from high school or currently studying or registered at a post-secondary institution.

• Must complete the current application form by February 1. Bursary winners are notified before June 30 by their sponsoring club.

• Must not have previously been awarded a Kin Canada Bursary.

• Will be evaluated on their community and school involvement, knowledge of Kin Canada and financial need.

Visit https://www.kincanada.ca/apply for the application package.

The REMAX Quest for Excellence scholarship program is a cash scholarship that recognizes students for their ongoing community contributions and pursuit of leadership.

To apply for the Quest for Excellence scholarship, eligible students are invited to write and submit an online essay minimum 500 words in length about one of the following key themes:

1. What does a “bright future” look like for you?

2. How have you demonstrated leadership or charity within your community to make it a better place?

3. How can we ensure fair and affordable housing for all Canadians?

For more information and to enter your essay go to: https://blog.remax.ca/quest-for-excellence/

Many scholarships available in the following areas of study:

• business

• aerospace industry

• tourism

• agriculture studies

• automotive trades

• creative and performance arts

Requirements and eligibility will vary between these scholarships. Visit link below to find more information: https://www.redriverex.com/scholarships/

General Requirements:

• You are of Indigenous ancestry

• You are a citizen of Canada and permanent resident of Manitoba, having resided in Manitoba for the last 12 months

• You plan to enroll in one of the recognized and authorized Manitoba post-secondary institutions in the upcoming academic year, in any discipline (trades, business, general studies, science, etc.)

• You maintain fulltime status (at least a 60% course load)

• You are in need of financial assistance

If you are applying please complete an application form on the website and you will need to attach the following:

• copy of your Treaty; Metis; Inuit; card résume

• copy of your most recent transcript or academic history

• essay approximately one page in length (see application for details)

Please visit http://businesscouncil.mb.ca/aboriginal-education-awards for application form and more detailed information.

Red River College Polytech has a number of campus tours of all locations and information sessions scheduled over the next few months.

To register, go to: https://rrcca.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Events

The Seven Oaks Arena is looking for students who would like to earn their volunteer credit while gaining valuable experience in dealing with the public and developing great employment skills as they learn how to be a team member in our canteen. Employment is a possibility once volunteer hours are completed.

Hours are after school and on weekends.

If you are interested, let your TA teacher know.

Looking for a job? Explore the possibilities in the federal public service.

Discover the many career paths that the Government of Canada has to offer across the country. Gain meaningful experience working on projects and initiatives that impact the lives of Canadians. Join the top student employer in Canada: we’re committed to diversity and inclusion!

Curious about how much you could earn? Find out about rates of pay (https://www.canada.ca/en/treasury-board-secretariat/services/pay/rates-pay/student-rates-pay.html).

You’re eligible if you meet these 3 criteria:

• you’re registered as a full-time student in a secondary or post-secondary accredited academic institution

  • this includes persons with disabilities considered to have full-time status by their academic institution, and participants in adult secondary-level education and retraining programs under the authority of an accredited academic institution

• you meet the minimum age requirement in the province or territory of work

• you’ll return to full-time studies in the next academic term, or if you’re in your final year of studies, you must have been previously employed under either the Federal Student Work Experience Program, the Co-op/Internship Program or the Research Affiliate Program

Learn more about student eligibility (https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32638).

Note: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who meet the job requirements.

For more information go to:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/recruitment/students/federal-student-work-program.html

Aveda Institute

https://avedainstitutewinnipeg.ca/

https://avedainstitutewinnipeg.ca/financial-aid

Booth University College

https://boothuc.ca/

https://boothuc.ca/admissions/scholarships-financial-aid/

Brandon University

www.brandonu.ca

https://www.brandonu.ca/scholarships/

Canadian Armed Forces

https://forces.ca/en/

https://forces.ca/en/paid-education/

Canadian Mennonite University

https://www.cmu.ca/

https://www.cmu.ca/future/financial/aid

Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology

https://mitt.ca/

https://mitt.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/mitt-bursaries-scholarships-and-awards

Manitoba Hydro Trades and Technology Training

https://www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/training_programs/

Providence University College

https://www.prov.ca/

https://www.prov.ca/admissions/financing-your-education/tuition-fees-otterburne-campus/scholarships-bursaries/

Red River College PolyTech

https://www.rrc.ca/

https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/awards/

Seven Oaks Career Ready (formerly CVE)

https://www.7oaks.org/page/49/career-ready

The Canadian Beauty Academy Winnipeg

https://tcbawinnipeg.com/

https://tcbawinnipeg.com/financial-aid/ 

University of Manitoba

https://umanitoba.ca/

https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards

University of Winnipeg

https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/

https://www.uwinnipeg.ca/awards/awards-bursaries-and-scholarships/index.html

www.scholartree.ca

www.scholarshipscanada.com

www.studentawards.com

www.studentscholarships.org

www.academicinvest.com

www.edu.gov.mb.ca/msa

Manitoba Student Aid

401-1181 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G OT3

Phone:  204-945-6321 (local) or 1-800-204-1685 (Toll-Free Canada and the USA)

Website:  https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/msa/

A TTY phone is available for the hearing impaired at 1-204-945-8483 (in Manitoba) or 1-866-209-0696 (Canada and the USA).

Manitoba Student Aid provides financial assistance for post-secondary studies in the form of loans, bursaries and grants for eligible applicants. It administers provincial and federal student loans and other financial assistance to Manitobans who don't have the resources to pay for their education on their own.

Manitoba Student Aid funding is supplemental and is not intended to replace your own resources or to cover the entire cost of your education. You, and in some cases your immediate family, are expected to contribute. Applying for other sources of funding (ex. scholarships, bursaries, or Government funding) are highly recommended.

https://futuresforward.ca/education/paying-for-post-secondary-school/ 

The 2025 Scholarship Guide is available for students looking for other funding options towards Post-Secondary education. Learn about the different awards available for students, with highlighted sections for Students from Care and Indigenous students.

Ten colleges and universities in Manitoba provide bursaries to current and former youth in care. These bursaries can cover a substantial amount or the full cost of your tuition for an eligible degree, diploma, or certificate program. The number of available waivers depends on the school you want to apply to.

Please note that Waivers are not guaranteed, and Futures Forward does not make any decisions on who receives a Waiver. Futures Forward processes Tuition Waiver applications and sends them to the appropriate institutions for selection.

Tuition waiver students are also eligible for financial support that helps with living expenses, books, supplies, transportation and mandatory health and dental fees.

Eligibility

1. You are a current or former youth in care in Manitoba (no age or care status restrictions).

2. You have a letter proving that you have CFS care experience in Manitoba. If you need help getting this letter, contact Futures Forward’s Post-Secondary Advisor.

Note: there are no age restrictions on tuition waivers at all participating post-secondary schools. 

Rules and Responsibilities

1. Achieve a minimum of a 2.0 GPA.

2. Maintain full-time studies (18 credit hours or 60% course load). Exceptions can be made for folks with disabilities.

3. Must meet with the academic supports at your school, the Futures Forward Student Support Case Manager, and Career Development Counsellor.

We support groups and individuals in the voluntary sector to develop and enhance their capacity to anticipate, understand, celebrate, and meet community needs in Manitoba. Our vital contributions to the community include connecting people with volunteer opportunities, promoting volunteerism, and providing leadership and counsel in the non-profit and voluntary sector. 

The website allows you to search for current volunteer opportunities throughout Manitoba. You can narrow your search by selecting a minimum age for applicants, a location, or a keyword.

https://www.volunteermanitoba.ca/volunteer_opportunities.php