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Alex & Gillian Davidson Family Endowment for Indigenous Students in Canada
Multi-year support for Indigenous students in mining studies
Funding available
$ 8,000 - $ 15,000
Deadline
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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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 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous students.
- First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students.
- Community college students.
- Trade school students.
- University students.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
Selection criteria
- Academic achievement.
- Commitment to mining or related industries.
- Potential impact on the applicant's community.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application package
- Fill out the application form.
- Prepare the transcript, reference letters, enrollment confirmation, and short essay.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the complete package by email, preferably.
- Applications may also be mailed to the CIM Foundation address in Westmount, Quebec.
- Submit the package by April 30.
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
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