Applications Deadline EXTENDED February 28, 2025 

Award presented March 2025 

The Western Canada Chapter of the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER-WC) is offering a scholarship to an Indigenous student studying in the field of ecological restoration for the 2024-2025 academic year! 

With support from SER’s Partnership Fund, this scholarship is intended to reduce the financial barriers to achieving success for restoration leaders, who are enrolled in education or training programs that support their goal of a career in the field of ecological restoration

Eligibility:

  1. Reside in Western Canada*
  2. Be enrolled full-time in an education or training program at a recognized Western Canada college, university, or technical institute
  3. A self-identifying Indigenous person (including, but not limited to First Nations, Métis, Inuit)
  4. Be an active community leader and advocate
  5. Passionate and interested in ecological restoration
  6. A team player
    *Western Canada for the purposes of SER-WC includes: BC, AB, SK, MB, YK and NWT

Award Details

  • $2000 financial award
  • Complimentary membership to SER & SERWC for one year
  • Attendance (virtual or in person) and presentation at SER-WC’s AGM
  • One article or media submission published in the SERWC Newsletter
  • One article or media submission published in the Restoration Showcase
  • Participation in a guided mentorship program

How to Apply

  • The application package consists of a form and a submission piece of the applicant’s choice. Suggested submission piece formats include: written text, essay, media, video, music, a combination of the above, or other. 
  • If you’re ready to apply, please download and fill out this form: SER-WC ISS Application Form 2025. You can submit the form and your submission piece to restorewc@gmail.com. Please add “ISS Application” in the subject line of your email submission. 

If you have any questions, please email restorewc@gmail.com.