Indigenous Awards

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Anthony (Tony) Chan Memorial Endowment Scholarship

Anthony (Tony) Chan was a scholar, filmmaker, journalist, writer, and social activist.  He passed away in 2018.  Tony completed his PHD at York University and taught at University of California, Hayward, University of Washington, Seattle, and University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa.  He retired as a Full Professor.  His History background grounded his work in journalism and as a documentary producer.  Over his career, he worked at Hong Kong TVB (Television Broadcasting), the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), and as Assistant /Coordinator of the China Project funded by CIDA.

Tony’s work lives on in his books, articles and films.  He was passionate about the importance of learning history in order to understand justice, injustice, and to pave the way forward for a better future.  Over the decades Tony supervised many PhD and MA students.  Many of these students credited him for his support, mentorship, and showing them new pathways for their academic and professional careers.

This endowment is set up in Tony’s memory by his sister Adrienne.  Her goal is for students to use History as a context and understanding for taking action in social change, social justice, and create a better future

Amount: $1,500

Available to: A student who is working on a project that is related to social justice or historical inequities.  It is anticipated that such a project (research paper, etc.) will provide an understanding of how history influences the present day and the future.

Preference will be given to a student who is a visible minority or of Aboriginal descent.

Award selection: Students will be nominated by the History department.

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First West Credit Union Launi Skinner Indigenous Annual Scholarship

$3,000 (2 @ $1,500) scholarship has been made available annually through a gift from First West Credit Union in honour of Launi Skinner for an outstanding Indigenous student enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration at the University of the Fraser Valley.

Amount: 2 @ $1500 each

Available to: 2nd - 4th year Indigenous students in the Bachelor of Business Administration. Must be a Canadian citizen who lives in Fraser Valley & Metro Vancouver regions.

How to apply: Award Application form is available online at myUFV. Log into your myUFV account and go to "Financial Aid & Awards" card.

Application available March 15th.

Deadline: May 10

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Julia Mathilda and Cornelius Kelleher Endowment Memorial Scholarship

Amount: Varies (value of the award will fluctuate each year based on the endowment amount)

Available to: An outstanding student from UFV who has an aboriginal background or a student seriously pursuing aboriginal studies.

How to apply: Award Application form is available online at myUFV. Log into your myUFV account and go to "Financial Aid & Awards" card.

Deadline: May 10

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Kommotakwa Shepherd Annual Scholarship

The Kommotakwa Shepherd Scholarship is designed to benefit an Indigenous student who is pursuing a pathway of undergraduate education in the Faculty of Arts.  The award was contributed by Dr. Christine Elsey who was an Associate Professor at UFV from 1995-2021, to honor her ancestor Kommotakwa Shepherd of the St’át’imc Nation.  Kommotakwa Shepherd lived from 1845-1921 in St’át’imc territory and in Secwepmec territory at Soda Creek. Being the mother of a large family, she is both remembered and highly respected by her many descendants and relatives.

Amount: $750

Available to: Indigenous students enrolled in UFV's Faculty of Arts.  First preference to be given out to a St'at'imc student.  Must be Canadian citizen.

How to apply: Award Application form is available online at myUFV. Log into your myUFV account and go to "Financial Aid & Awards" card.

Deadline: May 10

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Laverne Adams First Nations Endowment Scholarship in Theatre

Amount: Varies (Value of the award will fluctuate each year based on the endowment amount)

Available to: A First Nations student who has excelled in their studies in the UFV Theatre program and who will be continuing in further studies.

How to apply: Leadership Award Application form is available online at myUFV. Log into your myUFV account and go to "Financial Aid & Awards" card.

Deadline: May 10

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Monague Native Crafts Ltd. Endowment Scholarship

Amount: Varies (value of the award will fluctuate each year based on the endowment amount)

Available to:

Level 1 - First consideration to First Nations students in Business Administration programs.

Level 2 - First Nations students in:

• Computer Information Systems diploma or degree (this program has a strong business orientation)
• Communications
• Fashion Design
• Graphic Design
• Visual Arts
• Library and Information Technology

Level 3 - If there are no suitable applicants meeting level 1 and 2, First Nations students in any other Bachelor's degree program.

How to apply: Award Application form is available online at myUFV. Log into your myUFV account and go to "Financial Aid & Awards" card.

Stipulations:

• Student must have an above-average academic record.
• Preference will be given to applicants entering the final year of their program.
• Applications should include a statement of recent academic standing and a letter of reference with a specific mention of the applicants interest and/or involvement in some form of entrepreneurial activity.
• Applications should also include a brief statement from the applicant setting out his/her goals.

Deadline: May 10

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UFV offers a range of bursaries specifically for Indigenous students to support your academic journey. Learn more about eligibility, how to apply, and available funding opportunities on our Indigenous Bursaries page.