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Roger Carter Scholarship Awards
Support for Indigenous law students
Last Update: June 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 250 - $ 2,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Roger Carter Scholarship Awards support Indigenous Canadian ancestry students in Canada who are pursuing a JD degree or entering second or third year of law school. The awards recognize academic record, contribution to Native people and communities, and may cover travel and accommodation for the Indigenous Bar Association scholarship.
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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 : 2,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
Documents Needed
- Resume of career and education
- Transcripts of marks in law school
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students of Native Canadian ancestry receiving a JD degree in Canada.
- Students of Indigenous Canadian ancestry entering second or third year of law school in Canada.
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs to attend the annual IBA conference
- Accommodation costs to attend the annual IBA conference
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Saskatchewan residents may be given preference in a tie.
Selection criteria
- Probable contribution as a lawyer to establishing the rights of Native people in Canada and solving problems faced by Native persons and their communities.
- Academic record in law studies.
- Preference may be given to a Saskatchewan resident if the committee cannot decide between eligible students.
- Past and expected contribution to furthering the needs, concerns and aspirations of native people and their communities in Canada.
- The student must be entering second or third year law.
How to apply
1
Review eligibility details
- Review the scholarship details and eligibility requirements for the award you wish to apply for.
- Confirm the application deadline and the organization to which the application must be sent.
2
Prepare application documents
- Prepare a resume of your career and education.
- Gather your law school transcripts and any other required academic information.
3
Write application letter
- Write a letter of application including the information requested in the scholarship notice.
- Address the application to the appropriate committee or director at the Indigenous Law Centre, University of Saskatchewan.
4
Submit application package
- Send the completed application package in writing to the address indicated in the scholarship notice.
- Submit your application by July 31 or by June 30 for the Indigenous Bar Association scholarship.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a committee, which selects the award recipients.
- For one scholarship, if the committee cannot decide between two or more eligible students, preference may be given to a Saskatchewan resident.
Additional information
- Applications for the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards must be made in writing.
- The application deadline is July 31.
- Applicants must enclose a resume of their career and education.
- Applicants must include transcripts with their application.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards Program
What is the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards?
The Roger Carter Scholarship Awards support Indigenous Canadian ancestry students in Canada who are pursuing a JD degree or entering second or third year of law school. The awards recognize academic record, contribution to Native people and communities, and may cover travel and accommodation for the Indigenous Bar Association scholarship.
How much funding can be received?
Roger Carter Scholarship Awards Funds up to $2,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards program?
To be eligible for the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards program, you must:
Students of Native Canadian ancestry receiving a JD degree in Canada may apply.
Students of Indigenous Canadian ancestry entering second or third year of law school in Canada may apply.
Who can I contact for more information about the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards?
You can contact Indigenous Law Centre - Roger Carter Scholarship (ILC).
Where is the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards available?
The Roger Carter Scholarship Awards program is available across Canada.
Is the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Roger Carter Scholarship Awards is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Roger Carter Scholarship Awards?
Roger Carter Scholarship Awards is funded by Indigenous Law Centre - Roger Carter Scholarship (ILC)