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Indigenous business student bursaries

Helping Indigenous business students thrive, with bursaries that support education, growth and leadership.

Every year, ACU awards four bursaries of $2,000 each to students of Indigenous ancestry who are enrolled in a minimum of three courses at a post-secondary business-related program or already studying in a business-related program at a post-secondary institution in Manitoba.

 

When can I apply for a busrary?

Applications are accepted every year, from September 30 to January 31. 
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Applications submitted outside of this window will not be considered.

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Who can apply?

We invite students who meet the following criteria to apply:

  • Indigenous ancestry
  • Enrolled in a post-secondary business program in Manitoba (e.g. Accounting, Finance, Sales and Marketing, Hospitality, Human Resources, Technology, etc.)
  • Taking a minimum of three courses
  • Good academic performance
  • Demonstrated financial need
  • Involved in the community

When are successful applicants notified?

Bursaries are awarded every spring.

 

Questions?

Why does ACU award bursaries to Indigenous Students?

Assiniboine Credit Union (ACU) values Diversity and Inclusion and seeks to create a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.

Through our commitment to the Winnipeg Indigenous Accord and by responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action — #92, in particular — ACU is working to ensure that Indigenous Peoples have equitable access to jobs, training and educational opportunities in the corporate sector.

In response to Call to Action #92, ACU is committed to:

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Providing equitable access to education and training opportunities for Indigenous Peoples.

This includes helping ensure Indigenous students can pursue careers in business and finance.

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Fostering respectful relationships and meaningful consultation.

We work in partnership with Indigenous communities to support economic empowerment and self-determination.

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Promoting long-term, sustainable economic opportunities.

Through bursaries and other initiatives, ACU supports pathways to Indigenous leadership in the corporate and financial sectors.

ACU is committed to reconciliation.

Read more about reconciliation.