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Post-Secondary Funding Program
Post-secondary funding for Métis students
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Supports Métis post-secondary students with funding for tuition and academic costs. It also provides support for eligible books, supplies, and childcare, depending on the student’s level of study.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Alberta
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 degree studies
- Full-time university or graduate studies
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Proof of Métis citizenship and Alberta residency
- Proof of enrollment or admission
- Recent official transcripts
- Signed disclosure of all funding sources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Métis students in Alberta
- Students accepted into or enrolled in recognized post-secondary degree programs
- Mature students accepted into eligible degree programs
Who is not eligible
- Students receiving financial support from another Métis government or organization
- Applicants in open studies, upgrading, or preparation courses
- Students not enrolled full-time in a degree program
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and academic fees
- Books and supplies
- Childcare support for eligible dependents
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Open studies, upgrading, and preparation courses
- Students receiving support from another Métis government or organization
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
- Elsewhere in Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and eligibility is verified by Rupertsland Institute
- Eligible applicants may be contacted by an RLI METI-S Advisor for assessment
- Applicants must complete a Student Action Plan
- Students are notified after review and funding is not guaranteed
Additional information
- Students must reapply each academic year.
- Applications are reviewed in order of priority and completeness.
- Approved students may need to submit progress and enrollment updates.
- Late applications may be waitlisted if funds remain.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Post-Secondary Funding Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Post-Secondary Funding Program. 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 Post-Secondary Funding Program?
Supports Métis post-secondary students with funding for tuition and academic costs. It also provides support for eligible books, supplies, and childcare, depending on the student’s level of study.
How much funding can be received?
Post-Secondary Funding Program Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Post-Secondary Funding Program program?
To be eligible for the Post-Secondary Funding Program program, you must:
Must be a Métis student with Alberta residency
Must be enrolled in an eligible post-secondary program
Must be a member of OMSA
What expenses are eligible under Post-Secondary Funding Program?
Post-secondary degree studies
Full-time university or graduate studies
Who can I contact for more information about the Post-Secondary Funding Program?
You can contact Freehorse Family Wellness Society (FFWS) by email at general@freehorse.org or by phone at 780-944-0172.
Where is the Post-Secondary Funding Program available?
The Post-Secondary Funding Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Post-Secondary Funding Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Post-Secondary Funding Program is a Grant and Funding