Published: 14 Aug 2024 287 views
The Ernest Poitras Scholarship is available to Métis students enrolled in any area of study. This scholarship is awarded on behalf of the late Ernest Poitras who strongly believed in the power of education and learning. He was a proud supporter of the Métis Nation of Alberta and was deeply connected to his Métis culture. His family wishes to honour him through this scholarship with the hope that it will help Métis students complete their education. Award selection will be based upon f inancial need and connection to the Métis community. The scholarships are open to all Métis Nation of Alberta citizens who are enrolled in a post-secondary educational program. The scholarship will be awarded at the Métis Week Gala, held in November each year. The recipients are expected to receive their award in person that evening. The recipients will be chosen by a selection committee of representatives from Ernest Poitras’ family and MNA representatives. A tax receipt (T4A) will be forwarded to the recipient
Since 1928, the Otipemisiwak Métis Government has governed the Métis within Alberta. In 1928, Alberta Métis began organized to advance Métis self-determination and self-government in the province, leading to the creation of the Métis Nation of Alberta. In November 2022, Métis citizens overwhelmingly ratified a constitution to establish the Otipemisiwak Métis Government. In September 2023, the first election under the Otipemisiwak Métis Government Constitution was held. The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is now the government of t... continue reading
$1,000 will be awarded to the selected recipient of this scholarship
Please submit your completed application to:
Scholarships
Métis Nation of Alberta
Delia Gray Building
11738 Kingsway Ave
Edmonton, AB T5G 0X5
The deadline for scholarship applications is October 31st of the current year. Please submit application packages to [email protected]
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