Bursaries and Scholarships

Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary Initiative	In addition to the loans you can receive from Manitoba Student Aid, you may also be eligible for non-repayable scholarships, grants and/or bursaries from your school. Learn about how to access the money available to you and learn the details on how to apply.
Prince of Wales/Princess Anne Awards	Non-repayable assistance if you are a Canadian Indigenous students studying full time in Manitoba (or in a program elsewhere in Canada not available in Manitoba) and have a financial need of at least a $1 assessed by Manitoba Student Aid. You must meet all Student Aid eligibility criteria. You are automatically assessed for this award when you complete a student loan application and declare your Indigenous ancestry.
Tim McLean Memorial Fund	The annual Tim McLean Memorial bursary is available to prospective or current Indigenous apprentices with financial need who are entering apprenticeship training to obtain certification in a Manitoba designated trade. Applications are available online with an annual deadline of May 30.

Court Services

Indigenous Court Workers

Court Workers help people who are in contact with the law. They also work in courts to explain what happens there, and to help the judge and Crown attorney understand the situation of the person on trial. The Court Worker Program was started to aid persons of Indigenous origin who come before a court, but other individuals are welcome to ask for help too.

Education

Administrative Handbook for Schools	Information available on basic administrative information for teachers in the kindergarten to Grade 12 levels. Also available online.
Adult Education - Adult Learning Centres	Adult learning centres are tuition-free and teach skills and courses that result in either a completed high school diploma or a mature student high school diploma. They also provide students who already have a high school diploma the opportunity to upgrade specific courses that will enable them to access post-secondary education or better employment opportunities.
Adult Education - Adult Literacy training	Adult literacy training is available to help adults improve reading, writing, numeracy (numbers), and computer skills. Adult literacy programming is offered by community organizations. The literacy programs assist adults in addressing personal, educational, or employment goals by increasing their basic literacy skills. The focus is to help adults become more confident and capable of meeting these goals, as well to prepare them for other situations which may require them to use their reading, writing and numeracy skills.
High School Equivalency	To earn a GED (General Educational Development) diploma, a candidate must complete a set of five tests covering math, science, reading, writing, and social studies. GED diplomas are recognized by most employers and some community colleges and universities. They may be accepted for employment, apprenticeship admission, and other training programs. Note: The GED Diploma is not a Senior Years diploma; rather, it certifies that the holder has a general educational background relative to that of the average Senior Years graduate.
High School Graduation requirements	Find out what the compulsory credit requirements are for graduation.
Home Schooling	Schooling children at home is an option parents and/or legal guardians have in Manitoba as an alternative to compulsory attendance at a public or private school, providing certain policy requirements are met. The Public Schools Act requires parents/guardians to notify the Minister of their intention to home school their child(ren). This is done through the Home Schooling office. Parent(s)/legal guardian(s) must also provide the Home Schooling Office with a comprehensive education plan and submit two annual progress reports. The Home Schooling Office asks that the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) notify the school division in which they reside that their children will be home schooled.
Independent study option (ISO)	Provides the opportunity and flexibility for both school-age and adult learners to study a wide range of compulsory and optional print based distance education courses from Grades 9 to 12. Course descriptions and/or previews are available.
School Calendar	Information available on the school calendar such as official opening and closing dates, vacation days, number of school days in a year, number of in-service days.
School Programs K-12	Find out what children are learning in the compulsory subject areas of: The Arts; English Language Arts; Mathematics; Physical Education/Health Education; Science and Social Studies.
Schools of Choice	Students now have the right to choose which school to attend. Find out more about your options.
Web-Based Course Option	Web-based courses in Manitoba are available to schools and teachers wishing to deliver high school courses on the internet. Courses can be delivered in a classroom setting, where the teacher may be offsite; or students can work from a distance via online communication tools. It is also possible to blend the above methods together for an integrated approach. Manitoba students must contact their local school/school divisions/districts directly to discuss the web-based course options available to them.

Employment

Forest fire fighters	The Fire Program is a seasonal employer of trained initial attack forest fire fighters at various locations throughout Manitoba. These employment opportunities would be of interest to both local residents of remote communities, as well as college/university students particularly those studying natural resource management. The major initial attack bases in the province that provide seasonal accommodations are Bissett (Eastern Region), Snow Lake (Northwest Region), and Paint Lake (Northeast Region). Smaller bases may lack accommodation facilities.
Manitoba Government Jobs	Find the job or career you want with the Manitoba Government.
Self Employment Program	Eligible Manitobans who want to create jobs for themselves by starting a business can get help in becoming self-employed. The help available includes evaluation of the business idea, coaching in how to develop and implement the business plan, advice and support, and financial assistance for living expenses.
Training and Employment Services	Find employment, plan your career and get advice and/or financial support for training that leads to long-term employment. Training and Employment Services supports labour market development activities that link individual needs with opportunities in the workforce and also delivers employment services through partnerships with community, industry and employer groups.

Financial Assistance

Benefits in Manitoba	A comprehensive list of government benefits and services available to Manitobans.
Training and Employment Services	Find employment, plan your career and get advice and/or financial support for training that leads to long-term employment. Training and Employment Services supports labour market development activities that link individual needs with opportunities in the workforce and also delivers employment services through partnerships with community, industry and employer groups.

Housing and Property

Advocacy Unit	The Advocacy Unit offers legal services to eligible Manitoba renters who experience problems with tenancy agreements and other housing-related issues such as eviction or health and safety concerns. The program can help renters get important information and advice, file claims and get ready for a hearing.
Urban Native Non-Profit Housing	This program supports the operation of non-profit native corporations or co-operatives that developed housing for Indigenous households in need. Applicants for housing assisted under this program will be selected on the basis of being financially unable to obtain affordable, suitable and adequate housing in the private market.

Law, Justice & Citizens' Rights

Human Rights

The Manitoba Human Rights Commission enforces the Manitoba Human Rights Code. Anyone in Manitoba may file a complaint about discrimination, employment, housing, public services (such as stores or schools), etc. The commission also promotes equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination, regardless of ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), family status, source of income, disability, religion, sexual orientation or other protected grounds and educates the public about human rights.

Training

Indigenous Apprenticeship Training	There is a high demand for skilled labour in northern and rural Manitoba, as well as First Nations and Métis communities. The Apprenticeship Branch is developing partnerships with a number of communities to deliver relevant training to fill their need for skilled journeypersons. Examples of required skilled trades include carpentry, motor vehicle mechanic, concrete finisher, plumber, hair stylist and construction electrician.....
Partners for Careers	Linking Ability with Opportunity - Serving Indigenous Manitobans
Training and Employment Services	Find employment, plan your career and get advice and/or financial support for training that leads to long-term employment. Training and Employment Services supports labour market development activities that link individual needs with opportunities in the workforce and also delivers employment services through partnerships with community, industry and employer groups.