ḴEL,ḴELOŦEN ȻE S,ISTEW̱ Fund Invitation to Apply

Application
Process

The following will guide your application process:

Do you identify as an Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit, or Métis persons from Canada with a desire to pursue a career in the Architecture and Engineering industry?

Are you enrolled or have you applied for the 2025/2026 post secondary school year?

If this resonates with your journey please provide the following items with your response to our invitation:

Please send a single PDF if possible with the following documents in this order.

1. Personal Information.

• We require all applicants to include the following information: full name, preferred name (if different), current year of study, Confirmation of Indigenous Identity, and the school you are currently attending or plan to attend during the 2026–2027 academic year.

2. A personal statement regarding how this award or mentorship opportunity will support you and your future goals in architecture or engineering.

• (Recommended 250 to 1000 words)

3. Two References - 1 community based and 1 Academic.

4. Proof of Enrollment or Acceptance Letter.

All responses will be reviewed on the following:

• Character

• Future Goals

• Financial Need

Include all documents on one PDF if possible using the following naming format: FirstNameLastName_Year (e.g., JohnDoe_2025) and Email to info@indigenousaeaward.ca.