The Perth & District Community Foundation

The Perth & District Community Foundation is a charitable public foundation dedicated to strengthening the quality of life in Perth, Drummond/North Elmsley, Lanark Highlands, and Tay Valley.

Perth and District Community Foundation Indigenous Youth Award

This award is to be distributed to Indigenous students who are attending post­secondary institutions across Canada [i.e. College, University, technical college or apprenticeship program] with first preference given to students from Lanark County, with demonstrated financial need for contribution to education costs.

Although demonstrated financial need will be the primary consideration, other factors may also be considered such as involvement in and contribution to the community as a whole; and demonstrated academic merit and performance.

Awards Criteria

Awards Category: Post-Secondary
Deadlines: August 1, November 1, February 1
Program of Study: Any
Level of Study: Any
Indigenous Affiliation: Any
Community/Region: First preference will be given to students from Lanark County, second preference will be given to students from Ontario and third preference will be given to students from anywhere in Canada