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National Indigenous Economic Education Foundation (NIEFF) Scholarship

The National Indigenous Economic Education Foundation (NIEEF) provides scholarships, training and research funding for students involved in Aboriginal community economic development.

NIEEF is the charitable organization of the Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO). The NIEEF Aboriginal Scholarships will be awarded to two successful applicants at CANDO’s 18th Annual National Conference & AGM. Deadline to apply is July 29, 2011 (must be post marked). Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted.

Selection will be based on passing Grade 12 marks or post secondary GPA (Grade Point Average). To qualify for this scholarship, you:

  1. Complete the NIEEF Scholarship Application Form.
  2. Submit CANDO Student Membership Form ($25 membership fee).
  3. Must be attending or currently enrolled in an CANDO accredited program (preference is given to students enrolled in these programs) or at another post secondary institutions. Provide proof of enrolled.
  4. Studying in the fields of: Business Administration/Economics, Business Finance, Business Management, Natural Resources or CED.
  5. 2 Letters of Support from a Professor and current/former Employer.
  6. Submit a cover letter and a short essay (no more than 500 words) outlining a personal introduction, educational level achieved to date and your community involvement.

Mail completed scholarship application to:

CANDO
2011 NIEEF Scholarship Application
9635 - 45 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6E 5Z8
Toll Free: 1-800-463-9300
Phone: (780) 990-0303
Fax: (780) 429-7487
E-mail: cando@edo.ca

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MASRC Aboriginal Athlete/Coach Scholarships

MASRC Aboriginal Athlete Scholarship

The Manitoba Aboriginal Sport & Recreation Council will annually present $500 scholarships to sixteen Aboriginal students who have demonstrated a commitment to sport in Manitoba. Our goal is to encourage students to continue being active while attending a recognized post secondary institute. All Grade 12 students who will be graduating in 2011 and who are enrolled in a recognized Post Secondary Institute for the 2011/2012 academic season are encouraged to apply.




Eligibility

  • The MASRC will award Athlete Scholarships to Aboriginal students graduating from Grade 12 and who are enrolled into a full time University or other recognized Post Secondary Institution.
  • All candidates must complete the application form in full and provide all required information, documents, and letters in order for their applications to be considered.
  • A candidate must have proficiency in sport, and have a minimum "C" (65%) average in his/her grades.
  • Scholarships will be awarded to those Aboriginal Youth who have shown athletic leadership in Manitoba's amateur sport community through well rounded participation as an athlete, as well as on the basis of academic standing, and other school/community related activities.

The deadline for applications is June 17th, 2011.

MASRC Aboriginal Coach Scholarship

The Manitoba Aboriginal Sport & Recreation Council annually presents $500 scholarships to two Aboriginal students who have demonstrated a commitment to coaching in Manitoba. Our goal is to encourage students to continue coaching while attending a recognized post secondary institute. All students who are currently enrolled into a post secondary institute and currently coaching for a school, club, or community centre are invited to submit an application. Scholarships will be awarded to those Aboriginal Youth who have shown coaching leadership in the Manitoba's amateur sport community through well rounded participation as a coach, as well as on the basis of academic standing, and other school/community related activities.

Eligibility

  • The MASRC will award Coaching Scholarships to Aboriginal Youth (up to 29 years of age) who are enrolling into a full time University or other recognized Post Secondary Institution.
  • Current full time Post Secondary students, as defined by the Post Secondary Institute.
  • A candidate must have proficiency in sport, and have a minimum "C" (65%) average in his/her grades.
  • Currently coaching individuals/teams in Manitoba and plan on continuing their coaching duties.
  • National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) training is an asset.
  • Additional courses related to coaching (i.e. NCCP, CPR, First Aid, Coaching Seminars) are an asset.

Deadline for applications in June 17th, 2011.

For more information or to download application forms please go to http://www.masrc.com/news_details.php?id=326

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Aboriginal Youth Internship Program

Interns are placed in provincial government ministries

About:

The Aboriginal Youth Internship Program is a 12-month, paid internship ($1,564.13 Bi-weekly) for Aboriginal youth residing in BC. The interns are placed in provincial government ministries for nine months and then in Aboriginal organizations for the last three months of their internship. The program is designed to support Aboriginal youth in developing their leadership skills and encourage them to consider the BC Public Service or Aboriginal organizations as a place to pursue a rewarding career.

The program:

  • Mirrors the school year and runs annually from September to the following August
  • Provides professional experience
  • Provides leadership development
  • Provides cultural support
  • Provides a professional, cultural, and social network through the intern cohort

Eligibility:

Applicants must be:

  • Aboriginal (First Nations (status or non-status), Métis, Inuit)
  • Residing in BC
  • Age 29 or under as of September 5, 2011
  • Have a minimum Grade 12 education combined with work and volunteer experience

Deadline:

Applications must be received by Friday May 13th, 2011

For more information, or to apply go to:

http://employment.gov.bc.ca/Aboriginal_Youth_Internship_Program

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