Application status
2026 applications are closed. We’ll announce the next application period on our website and social channels.
01 / THE OPPORTUNITY
Scholarship overview
The Indigenous Youth Community Leader Scholarship supports further and continuing education for Indigenous youth who demonstrate outstanding leadership.
Administered by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT), it helps students pursue learning and make a meaningful contribution to their communities.
AWARD
Up to
$5,000
RECIPIENTS
One annually
FOCUS
Education and Indigenous youth leadership
APPLICATION DEADLINE
April 30
02 / OUR RECIPIENTS
Meet the 2026 recipients
This scholarship recognizes Indigenous youth whose commitment to learning, leadership, and community reflects Catholic Charities’ values of service and human dignity.
Past recipients
Discover the young leaders supported as they pursue learning and contribute to their communities.
03 / Learning & leadership
About the Indigenous Youth Community Leader Scholarship
Leadership can take shape at school, in a local community, or further afield. This scholarship recognizes Indigenous youth who are making a difference and supports their next step in education.
04 / ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility
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Who can apply
- Indigenous youth aged 29 or younger.
- Applicants who demonstrate outstanding leadership at school, in their community, or beyond.
- Applicants who live, study, or work within the Archdiocese of Toronto.
- Students in good academic standing.
- Applicants endorsed by a teacher, agency, or community partner.
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What you will submit
- A two-page statement or five-minute video.
- Proof of acceptance into an accredited institution’s program.
- Two references submitted directly by your referees.
- A completed application attestation form.
Download the full eligibility criteria
05 / NEXT STEPS
How it works
1
Review
Read the eligibility criteria and prepare your documents.
2
Apply
Email your application by April 30, following the PDF instructions.
3
Selection
Applications are reviewed, and a recipient is selected.
Build on your leadership
Explore the requirements and submission instructions as you prepare for the next application period.
06 / YOUR QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Find answers about applying, receiving an award, and recognition through the Indigenous Youth Community Leader Scholarship.
Applications for 2026 are closed. Catholic Charities will announce the next application period on its website and social media. The application deadline is April 30.
Catholic Charities’ Indigenous youth scholarship awards up to $5,000 to one recipient annually.
Leadership may be demonstrated at school, within a community, or further afield. Your application should explain your involvement and the impact you hope to have.
Email your completed application to info@ccat.ca with the subject line “Application for the Indigenous Youth Community Leader Scholarship.” Follow the eligibility document’s instructions for supporting materials and reference submissions.
Describe what you want to study and why, your academic and community involvement, and the impact you hope to have on your community. Submit a statement of no more than two pages or a video of no more than five minutes.
Successful candidates will be informed by September 30 and invited to an award ceremony.
Recipients and their community contributions are featured on Catholic Charities’ website and newsletter, and may be shared on social media. The award ceremony may also be photographed or recorded.
Students who receive a scholarship administered by Catholic Charities are ineligible to reapply for five years.