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Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada
Multi-year support for Indigenous students in mining studies
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,000 - $ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides multi-year funding for Indigenous students in Canada studying in mineral extraction and processing fields. It supports second-year students in technical or university programs and may continue in later years if requirements are maintained.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 8,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Post-secondary studies in mining, mineral extraction, processing, geology, or metallurgy.
- Technical or university programs related to the mineral extraction and processing industries.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Previous year transcript
- Two reference letters
- Confirmation of enrollment
- Short essay on career interest
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous students.
- First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students.
- Community college students.
- Trade school students.
- University students.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a selection committee.
- Academic achievement and commitment to the field are considered.
- Award decisions are made in September.
- Renewals are based on resubmitting the required documents.
Additional information
- All qualifying applicants receive a 1-year CIM membership.
- Renewal applications require resubmission of the same supporting documents.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada?
This program provides multi-year funding for Indigenous students in Canada studying in mineral extraction and processing fields. It supports second-year students in technical or university programs and may continue in later years if requirements are maintained.
How much funding can be received?
Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada program?
To be eligible for the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada program, you must:
Indigenous student in Canada.
Permanent resident or Canadian citizen.
Entering second year of a related program.
What expenses are eligible under Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada?
Post-secondary studies in mining, mineral extraction, processing, geology, or metallurgy.
Technical or university programs related to the mineral extraction and processing industries.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada?
You can contact CIM Foundation (CIMF) by email at nyoung@cimfoundation.ca.
Where is the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada available?
The Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada is a Grant and Funding