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The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants
Support for Indigenous mining-focused students
Funding available
$ 2,500 - $ 5,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports Indigenous students pursuing studies linked to the mining sector. Up to seven grants of $5,000 are awarded each year for eligible applications and activities related to mineral extraction and processing careers.
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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 : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Studies preparing for a career in mineral extraction and processing
- Training for mining-related trades and professions
- Education related to mining community careers
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Most recent academic transcript
- Two recommendation or reference letters
- 400-word letter describing interest in mining
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous Peoples, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit
- Permanent residents of Canada
- High school, college, trade school, and university students
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Priority is given to high school, college, CEGEP, trade school, and university students.
- Preference is given to applicants pursuing mining-related studies or careers.
- Consideration is also given to studies related to mining communities and the mineral extraction sector.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application package
- Complete the application form.
- Gather the most recent academic transcript.
- Obtain two recommendation or reference letters.
- Write the 400-word letter in English or in the native language.
- Step 2: Submit the package
- Send the complete application package by October 30.
- Submit by email if preferred, or by mail to the address provided by the program.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Successful applicants are announced in December.
- Funds are awarded in December.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted by October 30.
- Successful applicants are announced and awarded in December.
- Applicants may submit an unofficial academic transcript.
- The application package includes a 400-word letter in English or in the student's native language.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants Program
What is the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants?
This program supports Indigenous students pursuing studies linked to the mining sector. Up to seven grants of $5,000 are awarded each year for eligible applications and activities related to mineral extraction and processing careers.
How much funding can be received?
The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants program?
To be eligible for the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants program, you must:
Indigenous students in Canada
High school or post-secondary students
Studies linked to mining careers
What expenses are eligible under The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants?
Studies preparing for a career in mineral extraction and processing
Training for mining-related trades and professions
Education related to mining community careers
Who can I contact for more information about the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants?
You can contact CIM Foundation (CIMF) by email at dsauve@cimfoundation.ca.
Where is the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants available?
The The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Brian and Harold Keevil Endowment: Taking Flight Grants is a Grant and Funding