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Ex Libris Association (through Indspire) · Canada

Ex Libris Association Indigenous Bursary

Awaiting next round

$2,500 for an Indigenous student in the first or second year of library or archival studies, technician or master's level. Apply through Indspire.

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Program at a glance

Application status
Awaiting next round
Funding amount
$2,500
Listed deadline
Last listed deadline: November 1, 2026. Next intake not confirmed.
Expected next deadline
February 1, 2027Estimate based on previous annual dates. The funder has not confirmed this date.
Who can apply
Students. Only for First Nations, Métis and Inuit applicants.
Where
Anywhere in Canada
Good for
Libraries and reading, Education and training
Pays for
Paying for school
Study level
Trades, college or polytechnic, Graduate school (master's or PhD)
Subject
Library, archives and information studies

Who it's intended for

Details
Indigenous students in year 1 or 2 of a library or archival studies program (master's or technician). Education students working toward teacher-librarian certification also qualify.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 23, 2026. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Indigenous students in year 1 or 2 of a library or archival studies program (master's or technician). Education students working toward teacher-librarian certification also qualify.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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