Applicant Information

Indigenous Identity

How do you identify? Select all that apply.

First Nations - StatusFirst Nations - Non-StatusInuitMétisOther Indigenous identityPrefer to discuss this with WRF

1. Nation, community, settlement or Inuit region, if you would like to share:Optional.

Your Education or Training

3. What school, training provider, apprenticeship program or educational institution are you attending or planning to attend?

4. What program, trade, certificate, diploma, degree or training are you pursuing?

5. What is your current status?

AcceptedCurrently enrolledApplied and waiting for a decisionPlanning to apply / Other

8. Will you be studying or training:Select the option that best fits.

Full-timePart-timeApprenticeship / work-based trainingOther

9. What year, level or stage of your program are you entering?If applicable.

10. Do you need upgrading, prerequisite courses, certifications or other training before you can begin or continue your program?

NoYes

Your Funding Request

11. How much funding are you requesting from Weaving Roots Foundation?

12. What would you use the bursary for?Select all that apply.

Tuition or program feesBooks and course materialsTools, equipment or PPEComputer, technology or softwareCertification, licensing or exam feesTransportation or education-related travelHousing or living expensesChildcare or dependent-care costsUpgrading or prerequisite trainingOther

13. Approximately what will your education or training cost for the upcoming term or academic year?

14. Do you have other funding confirmed or pending for your education or training?

NoYes - confirmedApplied / waiting to hear

If yes or pending, please list the source and approximate amount, if known.

Tell Us a Little About Your Situation

Short answers are welcome. Point form is completely okay. We are interested in understanding your circumstances and goals, not judging how you write.

15. In a few short sentences, please tell us about your current financial need and how receiving a WRF bursary would help you begin or continue your education or training.

About 150-200 words or less is plenty.

16. What interested you in this program, trade or career path, and what do you hope to do after you complete your education or training?

About 150-200 words or less is plenty.

17. Is there anything about your journey that you would like us to consider when reviewing your application?Optional.

This could include community involvement, work, caregiving, accomplishments, barriers you have overcome, or anything else that matters to you.

How Else Could WRF Support You?

18. In addition to financial support, would any of the following be helpful to you?Select all that apply.

MentorshipCareer guidanceConnections with employers or industryApprenticeship / work-placement opportunitiesInternship opportunitiesTraining or certification informationHelp identifying other fundingNetworking in my fieldNone at this timeOther

19. Would you be comfortable with a WRF team member contacting you to learn more about your goals or discuss other ways we may be able to support you?

YesNo

Supporting Documents

If available, please attach one document that helps confirm your planned education or training. This could include:

• Letter of acceptance

• Proof of enrolment

• Apprenticeship or training registration

• Other confirmation of planned training

If you do not yet have one of these documents, you may still apply. WRF may request confirmation before bursary funds are issued.

Applicant Declaration

Please review and confirm each statement below before submitting your application.

I confirm that the information in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that submitting an application does not guarantee funding.

I understand that WRF may contact me for additional information before making a funding decision.

I consent to WRF collecting and using the information provided to assess and administer my bursary application.