Bursary for Indigenous Learners

The Nickle Family Foundation Bursary for Indigenous Learners was established by Nickle Family Foundation in partnership with Bow Valley College in April 2021. This award is provided once per year to five self-declared Indigenous students in a School of Health and wellness program.

Recipient Quotes

I am so very appreciative of the Nickle Family Foundation for providing the opportunity for Indigenous students like myself to strive for excellence in education and giving back to others as Sam, Carl and other Nickle family members have done for so long. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart for providing such a wonderful opportunity for students!”

Purpose

After learning of the blatant systemic racism Indigenous Peoples face in Canada’s Health Care system, illustrated by the tragic stories of Brian Sinclair and Joyce Echaquan, members of Nickle Family Foundation were moved to help foster meaningful change. The Nickle Family Foundation Bursary for Indigenous Learners was born out of this understanding. Although systemic reform will take time, it is our hope that Indigenous representation in the Health Care system will help combat discrimination and racism.

Eligibility

• Student in School of Health and Wellness program
• Must be an Indigenous student (self-declared)
• Recipients may study at any Bow Valley College campus in Calgary and region, or be on-line learners
• Academic Proficiency GPA of 1.67 or higher

Total Grant

$62,500 over 5 years with hopes of renewal