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MITT Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards
MITT is committed to making education accessible, rewarding academic excellence, and celebrating leadership. Whether you’re starting your journey or already enrolled, explore a variety of funding opportunities from MITT, or search for external funding from other sources.
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MITT Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards
Entrance Awards
Start your education at MITT with financial support through entrance awards. These scholarships recognize academic achievement and are automatically assessed based on your high school grades—no extra application required!
| Award Name | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MITT Women in Technology Entrance Scholarships | $500 | Women entering careers in IT or technology | Apply to MITT by June 30 to be automatically considered | Learn More |
| MITT Women in Trades Entrance Scholarships | $500 | Women pursuing training in the trades | Apply to MITT by June 30 to be automatically considered | Learn More |
| Canadian Printing Industries Scholarship Trust | $1,500 | Students enrolling in the Graphic and Print Technician program | Apply to the program by June 30 to qualify | |
| Pembina Trails MITT Work Skills Entrance Scholarship | $1,000 | Graduates from Oak Park, Vincent Massey, Fort Richmond Collegiate, Shaftesbury, PT Alternative HS, or PTEC high schools | Connect with your high school guidance counsellor for details |
Bursaries
MITT provides bursaries to support students facing financial challenges. These bursaries are funded by MITT, The Winnipeg Foundation, and private donors.
MITT General Bursary
- Amount: $500
- Eligibility: Current MITT students with financial need
- Deadline: October
- Download Application Form (PDF)
Eligible students may also qualify for:
- Imperial MITT Scholarship: For Electrical or Millwright programs
- Winnipeg Construction Association Bursary: For construction-related programs
- Vickar Automotive Group Southern Chiefs’ Organization Bursary: For members of SCO First Nations communities
Sophos Women in Tech Bursary
- Amount: $1,500
- Eligibility: Women in tech programs with financial need
- Deadline: October (eligible students are contacted directly)
Joe Sawtus Ukrainian Student Bursary
- Amount: $1,500
- Details: Automatically provided to recipients of the MITT Ukrainian Tuition Waiver to help with school supplies
Indigenous Education Awards
- Indspire Indigenous Education Awards: Four $2,500 awards for Indigenous students
- Business Council of Manitoba Indigenous Education Awards: Contact MITT studentawards@mitt.ca for details
Advancing Futures Bursaries
- Amount: Up to $10,000
- Eligibility: Former youth-in-care. Learn more about additional support through the Futures Forward Tuition Waiver Program
Storwell’s Foster Children Bursary Program
- Amount: $2,000 bursary to alleviate tuition fees
- Eligibility: Individuals from the foster care system pursuing college education
- Deadline: December 3
Building Foundations Bursary
- Amount: $1,000
- Eligibility: Students in subsidized housing
- Deadline: September 30
Colleges and Institutes Canada Bursaries
- Paul and Gerri Charette Bursary: Up to $5,000 for students with financial need facing barriers to education
Deadline: September - Bird Construction/Paul and Gerri Charette Bursary: Four $2,500 awards for Indigenous students
Deadline: October
Vickar Automotive Group Southern Chiefs’ Organization Educational Bursary
- Eligibility: Members of SCO’s 34 First Nations communities
- Deadline: Applications available in October
Awards and Scholarships
MITT scholarships celebrate excellence and leadership across various programs and communities.
Imperial Award for Electrical or Millwright
- Amount: $2,000
- Eligibility: Students identifying as female or Indigenous in the Electrical Applications or Millwright programs
- Application Process: Apply through the MITT General Bursary application
MITT International Scholarship
Funded by the MITT Student Awards Fee, this scholarship supports international students enrolled in MITT post-secondary programs.
- Amount: $500 each
- Eligibility: High academic achievement and a personal statement
- Deadline: November 15, 2025, at 4 pm
- 2024 MITT International Scholarship Application Form
- Application Rubric
- Application Tips
Note: Scholarships are awarded at the mid-point of the academic year. The number of awards varies annually based on enrollment. Award recipients will be notified by December 3.
MITT Graduate Awards
MITT Graduate Awards celebrates the achievements of domestic and international students at convocation each year.
Selection Process
- Award recipients are nominated by program instructors.
- A selection committee reviews nominations for awards with multiple nominees.
Award Categories
- MITT Program Excellence Awards: Awarded to one student in each program for the highest overall academic achievement.
- MITT Award for Excellence – Top Post-Secondary: Presented to the college student with the highest combined theory and practical grade averages across all programs.
- MITT Award for Excellence in Work Practicum: Recognizes a college student for outstanding attendance, grades, employability skills, and practicum performance.
- MITT Citizenship Award: Honours a college student for academic success, employability skills, and on- and off-campus volunteerism and community contributions.
- MITT Teacher’s Association Award: Awarded to a high school student from a sponsoring school division. Based on attendance, grades, employability skills, and practicum performance.
- MITT President’s Award for Indigenous Leadership: Celebrates a graduating Indigenous student who demonstrates strong leadership skills and serves as a positive role model.
- MITT President’s Award for Women in Trades: Recognizes a female-identifying student graduating from a program in a field where women are underrepresented. Criteria include grades, technical skills, contributions to the MITT community, and role model qualities.
- Governor General’s Academic Medal: Awarded to the MITT High School graduate with the highest GPA in technical and academic subjects. View past recipients
- Dr. Jack Hunt Citizenship Award (Pembina Trails School Division): Recognizes a high school student from Oak Park or Shaftesbury High School for attendance, participation, and employability skills.
- Neil Thiessen Award for Program Excellence (Pembina Trails School Division): Presented to a high school student from Vincent Massey or Fort Richmond Collegiate for exceptional performance in theory, practice, and industry participation.
External Awards, Scholarships and Bursaries
MITT scholarships celebrate excellence and leadership across various programs and communities.
Program-Specific and Specialized Awards/Scholarships
| Award Name | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trades Programs | ||||
| Manufacturing Trades and Technology Program Scholarship | $2,000 | Students aiming to enter the manufacturing industry | January 15 | Learn More and Apply |
| Imperial Award for Electrical or Millwright | $2,000 | Students identifying as female or Indigenous in the Electrical Applications or Millwright programs | Apply through the MITT General Bursary application | |
| Dewalt Trades Scholarship | Eight $5,000 USD scholarships | Canadian trades students | January 16 | Learn More and Apply |
| Graphic and Print Technician Programs | ||||
| Printing United Alliance Scholarships | $2,000 | Graphic and Print Technician students | May 15 | Learn More and Apply |
| Tech Programs | ||||
| Sophos Women in Tech Bursary | $1,500 | Women in MITT’s tech programs demonstrating financial need | October (eligible students are contacted directly) | |
| Health Care Programs | ||||
| Indigenous Pharmacy Scholarship | $10,000-$20,000 | Applicants must be enrolled in or accepted to a PharmD or pharmacy technician program in Canada, and identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit. | June 21 | Learn More and Apply |
Local Manitoba Awards/Scholarships
| Award Name | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayor’s Scholarship for Community Leadership | Five $1,000 awards | Students improving Winnipeg communities | June 2 | Learn More and Apply |
| Manitoba Beef Producers Scholarship | Six $500 scholarships | MBP members or their children | June 23 | Learn More and Apply |
| Gord Hannon Memorial Scholarship | $500 | Manitoba resident who identifies as female and is overcoming barriers to education caused by poverty, oppression, colonization, racism, or discrimination | July 15 | Learn More and Apply |
| Rise Above Scholarship | Up to $3,000 | Single parents with sole custody | July 31 | Learn More and Apply |
| Manitoba Motor Dealers Association Annual Supplier Scholarship | Six scholarships valued at $1,000 each | Manitoba students pursuing secondary or college education leading to careers in car, truck, or heavy truck dealerships. | October 30 | Learn More and Apply |
| Premio Campo Fogolar Award | $1,000 | Students with Friuli Venezia Giulia/Veneto Heritage | October 31 | Learn More and Apply |
National Awards/Scholarships
| Award Name | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) Scholarships | Multiple $2,500 scholarships | Students entering their first year of a Canadian public post-secondary program who are children, grandchildren, or legal wards of NUPGE members | July 7 | Learn More and Apply |
| Support Our Troops Scholarships | Canadian Armed Forces members and their families pursuing post-secondary education, in recognition of their military service and to support their educational goals. | July 20 | Learn More and Apply | |
| Horatio Alger National Vocational & Technical Scholarship | Up to $3,000 | Students in vocational and technical education who demonstrate financial need and efforts to overcome adversity | Varies – check website for dates | Learn More and Apply |
| TC Energy Community Scholarships | Up to $5,000 each in categories that include community leadership, Indigenous students, and trades programs | Students in Canada, the U.S., and Mexico | Check website for details | Learn More and Apply |
Awards/Scholarships for Indigenous Students
| Award Name | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) Awards | Three awards in recognition of educational pursuits and community involvement | Indigenous women, mothers, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse individuals | July 14 | Learn More and Apply |
| Indigenous Pharmacy Scholarship | 5 scholarships are available, from $10,000 to $20,000. | First Nations, Métis or Inuit students enrolled in or accepted to a PharmD or pharmacy technician program in Canada. | July 21 | Learn More and Apply |
| ATCO Indigenous Education Awards | Various merit-based bursaries and scholarships in support of educational and career advancement in technical fields | Indigenous students in trades or technical programs. Supports educational and career advancement in technical fields. | August 16 | Learn More and Apply |
| Jack Jacobs Football Scholarship | Varies | High school seniors entering college in the fall who are Indigenous athletes in Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario, including non-football players | August 31 | Learn More and Apply |
| Helen Betty Osborne Memorial Fund Awards | 30 awards valued at $2,500 each | Indigenous students addressing social barriers such as racism, sexism, and violence | October 17 | Learn More and Apply |
Awards/Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
| Award Name | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline | Application Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Gaulin Memorial Scholarship | $1,000 scholarship | Students with ongoing mental health conditions attending college | April 1 | Learn More and Apply |
| Variety Manitoba Post-Secondary Education Awards | Awards ranging from $2,000 to $4,000 to reduce financial barriers | Students with permanent disabilities | June 30 | Learn More and Apply |
| Eleanor Pluchinski Memorial Scholarship | Five $1,000 scholarships in recognition of resilience and determination in overcoming obstacles | Students facing mental health challenges | June 30 | Learn More and Apply |
Scholarship Guides and Research Tools
In addition to exploring the resource below, we encourage you to:
- Search online for scholarships specific to your industry or program of study.
- Explore funding options tied to your interests, such as sports, volunteerism, or cultural associations.
- Investigate awards offered through unions or corporate sponsorships via family employers.
ScholarshipsCanada
A comprehensive database of scholarships, bursaries, and grants for Canadian students. Search by field of study, institution, and location.
Yconic
Connects students to scholarships, bursaries, and financial opportunities. Includes resources and tools to navigate post-secondary education.
National Educational Association of Disabled Students (NEADS)
Advocates for accessible education and employment for post-secondary students with disabilities. Offers the NEADS National Student Awards Program for students with disabilities.
ScholarTree
Simplifies scholarship searches by matching students with eligible awards. Enables direct applications through the platform.
Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC)
A government resource offering tools for informed financial decisions. Includes guides on budgeting, student loans, and planning for education.
Futures Forward Scholarship Guide
Aimed at supporting current and former youth in care in Manitoba.
Provides details on scholarships, bursaries, and financial assistance programs.