Student Funding | New Relationship Trust First Nations BC
Students
In 2011, NRT created the New Relationship Trust Foundation (NRTF). This strategic decision allows the Foundation to use its charitable status to attract additional support for NRT’s education initiatives. In 2012, the Foundation assumed oversight of NRT’s education initiatives.
NRTF Education Initiatives
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded at the Bachelors, Masters, and Doctorate levels. Scholarship applications and guidelines for the 2018-19 academic year is available on April 17th, closing June 14th at noon. Students that intend to apply for a scholarship should return at that time to download the updated application form and guidelines.
Bursaries
Bursaries are awarded to students pursuing certificate, diploma, associate degree and trades programs. The Bursary application and guidelines for the 2018-19 academic year will be made available on April 17th – closing June 7th at noon, and September 13th – closing October 25th at noon.
Indigenous Early Years Scholarships and Bursaries
Indigenous Early Years Scholarships and Bursaries are awarded to Indigenous (First Nations, Métis (Métis Nation of BC verified), and Inuit) students residing in British Columbia that are enrolled at an accredited post-secondary institution and are studying in an early years related field. 2018/19 applications will be made available alongside NRTF announcement dates on April 17th and close June 7th. Students that intend to apply for an Indigenous Early Years Scholarship or Bursary should return at that time to download the new application form and guidelines.