Award decisions will be released by email by early July each year.

• Please apply for metis citizenship with the MNA Registries

Tuition and mandatory fees, after your award is confirmed, we will arrange for a payment directly to your school.

• After your award is confirmed, we will arrange for a payment directly to your school.
• We send the payment when the school sends an invoice, which normally happens in October for Fall term, and February for Winter term.

• You must apply for BBMA between Jan 2 and March 31 each year. BBMA funds year 1, 2, 3 and 4 (separate applications must be submitted for each year by March 31) 

   

• Rupertsland Institute post-secondary funding opens in spring and fall.
  • Please check the website often https://www.rupertsland.org/find-out-more-about-funding-through-rupertsland-institute/
  • To apply go to https://apply.rupertsland.org/
  • Questions email inquiries@rupertsland.org 

• Yes. All you need is a plan to attend post-secondary in the upcoming academic year and you can apply. If you receive an award we will ask for proof of acceptance and your exact tuition costs.

Yes. You can apply for a BBMA more than once. You do have to apply every year before the deadline March 31.

No, but financial assistance is available through Métis Urban Housing’s program. https://www.metishousing.ca/programs/student-rental-supplement/

Metis Urban Housing can help take the stress off with monthly help with your rent!

• MCHC will pay $200.00/month of the students rent directly to landlord.
• MCHC can pay up to $850.00 of your security deposit directly to landlord.
• Maximum amount of rent supplement per year per approved application is $2400.00. All approved applications will be reviewed after six months.

• Show that you are a citizen of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government (previously Métis Nation of Alberta) or a member of the Métis Settlement of Alberta, or that you have applied to them.
• Alberta Residence and Canadian Citizenship
• Studying in an eligible program at an eligible post-secondary

• Involvement with your Métis community and/or volunteering with Métis organizations including (but not limited to): The Métis Nation of Alberta, Métis Settlements, Michif Cultural Connections, Métis Child and Family Services, Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards
• Financial need
• Students involved in volunteering or leadership, or who have overcome personal challenges
• Employment outcomes from your program of study
• Full-time studies (part-time studies are also eligible)
• First year of post-secondary studies or beginning a transition program (non-first years are still eligible)

• One recent reference. Use the BBMA Reference Template. https://ecfoundation.smartsimple.ca/files/652964/128838/BBMA_Reference_Form.pdf?fs=1
• A copy of your most recent marks see https://public.education.alberta.ca/PASI/mypass/welcome official transcript not required
• Proof of Otipemisiwak Citizenship OR a letter from the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of Alberta saying that you applied for Métis Citizenship. See https://albertametis.com/registry/ to apply

• To apply for a BBMA, provide proof of Métis citizenship in the new Otipemisiwak Métis Government (previously Métis Nation of Alberta), or proof of membership in the Métis Settlements of Alberta, or a letter from either one that says you have applied to them.
• We will consider the following as proof of Alberta Métis identity:
  • Picture of your Métis Citizenship Card or Certificate
  • Picture of your Alberta Métis Settlement Membership card
• The BBMA Panel reserves the right to develop other criteria and processes concerning Alberta Métis identity. To ensure transparency and fairness, if any such criteria or process is developed it will be posted online before being applied by the BBMA panel.

Certificates, diplomas, applied degrees, undergraduate or graduate and professional degrees, and academic upgrading.

All graduate and professional degrees must lead to a designated profession, improved employment opportunities, and/or increase earning potential. The individual must speak to how they will contribute to the advancement of the Alberta Métis community. A limited number of awards are available at the professional/graduate level.

You can study in Alberta.  Awards can be used at any public university, college, or technical institute in Alberta, as well at any private institution or vocational school accredited by https://applyalberta.ca/

• Refer to this budget tip sheet.
• The most important part of the budget section is having a (mostly) balanced budget.
• You should consider applying for a student loan or saving money to contribute to your education.

• The number one thing you can do to improve your application is to volunteer!
• We suggest volunteering at any of these great organizations:
  • Métis Nation of Alberta provincial office and regional offices
  • Michif Cultural Connections
  • Métis Child and Family Services
  • Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards – contact Theresa Majeran!
• Or reach out to your Métis settlement to volunteer:
  • Map of Métis Settlements
  • Buffalo Lake 780.689.2170
  • East Prairie 780.523.2594
  • Elizabeth 780.594.5026
  • Fishing Lake 780.943.2202
  • Gift Lake 780.767.3794
  • Kikino 780.623.7868
  • Paddle Prairie 780-981-2227
  • Peavine 780.523.2551

• One recent reference form required. Additional forms can be submitted, but are optional. Use this BBMA Reference Form.
• A copy of your most recent marks / grades. (We only need the marks from http://mypass.alberta.ca/, not an official transcript)
• Proof of Métis citizenship in the Métis Nation of Alberta, or proof of membership in the Métis Settlements of Alberta, or a letter from either one that says you have applied to them. See the next question on this page for more information

• To apply for a BBMA, provide proof of Métis citizenship in the new Otipemisiwak Métis Government (previously Métis Nation of Alberta), or proof of membership in the Métis Settlements of Alberta, or a letter from either one that says you have applied to them.
• We will consider the following as proof of Alberta Métis identity:
  • Picture of your Métis Citizenship Card or Certificate
  • Picture of your Alberta Métis Settlement Membership card
• The BBMA Panel reserves the right to develop other criteria and processes concerning Alberta Métis identity. To ensure transparency and fairness, if any such criteria or process is developed it will be posted online before being applied by the BBMA panel.

• Post-secondary programs of study that are eligible include; a recognized certificate, diploma, undergraduate degree or graduate and professional degrees in Alberta (or elsewhere in Canada).
• Important Note: All graduate and professional degrees must lead to a designated profession, improved employment opportunities, and/or increase earning potential. The individual must speak to how they will contribute to the advancement of the Alberta Métis community. A limited number of awards are available at the professional/graduate level.
  • What is a professional degree? A professional degree is an advanced education designed to prepare you to work in a specific field, such as medicine or law. Similar to advanced academic degrees, like doctorates and certain master’s, professional degrees are considered terminal degrees—or the highest degree you can achieve in an area.
  • What is a graduate student? A graduate degree typically refers to a degree beyond a bachelor’s, most commonly a master’s. A graduate student is a student who’s pursuing an advanced degree after having earned their undergraduate degree (such as a bachelor’s degree) by graduating from an undergraduate program.

• You can study in Alberta. Awards can be used at any public university, college, or technical institute in Alberta, as well at any private institution or vocational school accredited by ApplyAlberta
• You can study within Canada. In order to get a BBMA for a school outside Alberta, you must must clearly address why you have selected a school outside of Alberta.

Some example include: Otipemisiwak Métis Government, Métis Crossing, Michif Cultural Connections, Métis Child & Family Services, Alberta Métis Youth, or your Metis Settlement.

Become a member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Student and Alumni Association apply at:   https://msa.rupertsland.org/

Your teacher, your contacts from volunteering, your employer, your coach, etc. Your reference should provide concrete details about your involvement in community or your personal circumstances.

We want to make sure that you have the best chance to be successful with your application. If you would like additional support with your application, or if you have questions, please contact:

Theresa Majeran
(BBMA Communications Manager).
Phone: 780-977-5515
Email

Or

Anna Opryshko MLIS
Student Awards Associate
Edmonton Community Foundation
Phone: 780-426-0015 (ext. 107)
Email