Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question not answered below, please contact us.

Do I qualify?

To qualify for the bursary, you must meet the following criteria:
  • You are attending, or applying to attend, an accredited post-secondary institution in Winnipeg.
  • You reside within Manitoba, Canada.
  • You have sole/primary custody of your child(ren).
  • You exhibit financial need.
  • You are/will be recognized as a full-time student by your institution and/or department.

What does the application process look like?

download the application.

The application asks a variety of basic questions – from where you intend to go to school and your program, to how many children you have and their ages. In addition, you are required to fill out an income/expenses sheet as part of the application. Our bursary is meant to assist those who demonstrate financial need. This page is an important part of our decision process – please make sure you are filling it out clearly and accurately.

After the application deadline, our board will create a short-list of five applicants with whom we will schedule video interviews. There may be additional questions asked about your application during those interviews.

What does the application process look like?

September bursaries

Applications are typically made available online in late June or early July and must be submitted by July 31st. Short-listed applicants will be notified, and video interviews scheduled, for mid-August. The successful applicant(s) will be notified late August and required to submit proof of enrollment. Bursaries will generally be issued on or after September 1st.

January Bursaries

Applications are typically made available online in late September or early October and must be submitted by October 31st. Short-listed applicants will be notified, and video interviews scheduled, for mid-November. The successful applicant(s) will be notified in early December and required to submit proof of enrollment. Bursaries will generally be issued on or after January 1st.

Timelines May Vary

Make sure you are referring to the correction application for the period in which you are applying for the relevant dates.