Post-Secondary
Progam Details
The program aims to improve the employability of First Nations by providing funding to access education and skills development opportunities at the post-secondary level.
Eligible post-secondary levels include:
- community college and CEGEP diploma or certificate programs
- undergraduate programs
- advanced or professional degree programs
The program is administered by Saik’uz First Nation whom determines the funding and selection criteria in accordance with national guidelines. ISC provides funding for this program as part of core funding agreements with Indigenous governments and organizations.
Eligible costs covered by the program may include tuition, books, travel support and living allowances.
The deadline for September 2019 student intake is May 31, 2020, and for a January intake is October 31, 2020 (pending funding availability as the September intake has priority).
The program does not fund trades programs.
Post-Secondary Applications & Forms
View and download our application forms for post-secondary edcuation here:
- Post-Secondary Application 2020/2021
- Post-Secondary Education Planner 2020/2021
- Post-Secondary Student Waiver 2020/2021
Please fill out, sign, and return all forms to Jason Alexis via fax at 250-567-2998 or email at edo@saikuz.com by May 31, 2020. Mussi!
University and College Entrance Preparation Program
This program aims to increase the number of First Nations and Inuit students with the academic level required for entrance into post-secondary programs.
Financial assistance may be provided for a maximum of one year for studies in the form of:
- tuition support for part-time and full-time students that may include required fees, tuition and the cost of books and supplies required for courses
- travel support for full-time students who must leave their permanent place of residence to attend their university or college entrance program
- living allowances for full-time students to help cover the costs of food, shelter, local transportation, and daycare
Students who graduated without advanced math or English are encouraged to upgrade through the UCEP program.
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