Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Modern Métis Woman
Overview of Available Grants and Funding
Canadian non-profit charity providing post-secondary scholarships to Métis and Indigenous women across Canada. Founded in 2017, the organization supports educational attainment through annual scholarship programs and empowers Indigenous women through artistic expression and community engagement. View Modern Métis Woman's website for more information.
Content last updated: March 24, 2026
About Modern Métis Woman
What is the mission of Modern Métis Woman?
To provide post-secondary scholarships to Métis and Indigenous women in Canada, while offering a creative outlet for expression through digitized art publications that bring attention to scholarship opportunities and educate others on Métis traditions, heritage, and culture.
What type of organization is Modern Métis Woman?
Modern Métis Woman is a Non-profit organization.
When was Modern Métis Woman founded?
Modern Métis Woman was founded in 2017.
What is Modern Métis Woman's official website?
Modern Métis Woman's official website is https://modernmetiswoman.com/.
What else should I know about Modern Métis Woman?
Role in the Funding Ecosystem
Modern Métis Woman is a Canadian charitable organization that provides financial support to Métis and Indigenous women pursuing post-secondary education. Through its scholarship programs, the organization addresses educational barriers faced by Indigenous women and promotes academic achievement within Métis communities.
Scholarship Programs
The organization offers multiple scholarship opportunities for Métis-identifying women who are attending or planning to attend universities and colleges in Canada. Scholarships are awarded annually to qualified recipients across various fields of study including veterinary medicine, law, arts, education, and healthcare.
Eligibility and Target Audience
Scholarships are available to self-identifying Métis women and other Indigenous women who meet the organization's criteria of having verifiable ancestry and being accepted by Modern Métis Woman. The organization also welcomes supporters of Métis women to participate in its initiatives.
Impact and Recipients
Since 2018, Modern Métis Woman has awarded scholarships to numerous recipients including students pursuing studies in veterinary medicine (University of Minnesota), visual arts (Emily Carr University), law (University of Victoria, Osgoode Hall), medicine (University of Alberta), midwifery, and business administration.