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CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA)
Funding for Indigenous women in higher education
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 25,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 10, 2025
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
The CFUW Indigenous Women's Award supports Canadian Indigenous women pursuing full-time university studies in Canada. It provides renewable funding of $10,000 to $25,000 for eligible programs in law, medicine, nursing, or master’s studies related to important Indigenous issues.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 10, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Law and Legal Services
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time university studies in law, medicine, nursing, or a master’s program related to important Indigenous issues
Documents Needed
- Statement of intent describing the thesis or research plan
- Academic CV
- Proof of enrollment or offer of admission
- Two referee evaluation forms
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian Indigenous women
- Women studying at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution
- Applicants in law, medicine, nursing, or eligible master’s programs
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not women
- Applicants who are not Canadian Indigenous
- Applicants not studying full-time in Canada
- Applicants enrolled in non-eligible programs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility
- Eligible applications are reviewed and evaluated by the selection committee
- All applicants are notified of the results in May 2025
- Selected recipients must sign a contract before payment is made
Additional information
- Applicants may submit up to two different scholarship applications.
- Applications must be complete to be considered.
- Selected recipients must sign a contract accepting the scholarship terms and conditions.
- Recipients must keep their contact information updated in the online portal.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA). 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 CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA)?
The CFUW Indigenous Women's Award supports Canadian Indigenous women pursuing full-time university studies in Canada. It provides renewable funding of $10,000 to $25,000 for eligible programs in law, medicine, nursing, or master’s studies related to important Indigenous issues.
How much funding can be received?
CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) Funds up to $25,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) program?
To be eligible for the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) program, you must:
Canadian Indigenous woman
Full-time study in Canada
Eligible university program
What expenses are eligible under CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA)?
Full-time university studies in law, medicine, nursing, or a master’s program related to important Indigenous issues
Who can I contact for more information about the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA)?
You can contact CFUW Charitable Trust (CFUW) by email at none or by phone at 613 563-1236.
Where is the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) available?
The CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CFUW Indigenous Women's Award (IWA) is a Grant and Funding