TIES Founder's Scholarship 2026–2027

About this program

Annual scholarship valued at $1,000 honouring the society's founder Salim M. Sindhu. Supports applicants pursuing education or training in fields that empower them to support newcomers to Canada. Requires submission of a 750–1,000 word essay addressing immigrant barriers and proposing an innovative solution.

What this program funds

The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) offers the TIES Founder's Scholarship 2026–2027, an annual award of $1,000 honouring founder Salim M. Sindhu. The scholarship supports applicants pursuing education or training in fields that empower them to help newcomers to Canada.

Eligible applicants are individuals enrolled in post-secondary programs or training programs at immigrant-serving non-profit agencies. Applicants must be located in Calgary and the surrounding area of Alberta. The program welcomes applicants from sectors including non-profit management and governance, social innovation, international relations, immigrant consultation, employment training, and settlement programs.

To apply, applicants must submit an essay of 750 to 1,000 words addressing barriers faced by immigrants and proposing an innovative solution. The application deadline is May 18, 2027.

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