Opening doors to a brighter future

TELUS Student Bursaries are awarded annually to more than 500 students who are experiencing critical financial need and are committed to making a difference in their communities.

Group photo of 2023 TELUS Student Bursary recipients

Investing in tomorrow’s leaders

Post-secondary education opens doors to a brighter future for youth and their families. Unfortunately, for too many young people in Canada, attending college or university is also a time marked by financial stress, with the average Canadian undergraduate leaving post-secondary school heavily in debt.

About the Bursary

The TELUS Student Bursary provides financial assistance to deserving young people across the country who are committed to giving back in their local communities by taking on a social impact project.

Recipients receive a bursary valued at $3,000 (college) or $5,000 (university) to put toward tuition fees at post-secondary institutions in Canada.

Who is eligible to apply:

Youth between the ages of 17 and 29 in critical financial need
Accepted into, or attending, a first undergraduate degree or diploma program at a college, university or polytechnic institute in Canada
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Commitment to delivering a social impact initiative during the course of their studies that will have a positive social or environmental impact in their community

Bursaries for the academic year

Students can check back annually to apply for the upcoming academic year.

In their own words

Voices of TELUS Student Bursary recipients

We award bursaries to hundreds of deserving students across the country who are creating change in their communities.

Colin

2SLGBTQIA+ Advocate

Post-secondary institution: Université de Montréal
Studying: Communications
Goal: Create a future where diversity is embraced every single day

“I feel a personal duty to put my skills and experiences into practice in order to give a voice to marginalized communities.”

Sophia

Inclusive tech trailblazer

Post-secondary institution: Memorial University of Newfoundland
Studying: Mechanical Engineering
Goal: Develop innovative technology and break down barriers in STEM

“Diversity and inclusion is vital to engineering design; I hope to specialize in biomedical or mechatronics engineering to help create a future where no one is left behind.”

Adil

Newcomer champion

Post-secondary institution: Langara College
Studying: Computer Science
Goal: First person in his family to graduate post-secondary studies, and pursue a career that uses technology to make a positive difference

“When I immigrated to Canada, a lot of people helped me get on my feet. I am passionate about giving back to my community to guide other newcomers so they, too, can succeed.”

Help more students pursue their dreams

By supporting TELUS Future Friendly Foundation®, you can help youth facing financial barriers pursue their dreams of making the world a better place.

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How is the TELUS Student Bursary reaching students who need it?

Based on need, not merit: Once financial barriers are removed, anyone can change the world
Flexible: Any year of study and any program is eligible for $5,000 (university) or $3,000 (college)
Social impact: Bursary recipients are committed to making a difference in their communities by taking on a social impact initiative over the course of their studies
More than money alone: We’re offering additional support, including learning and mentorship opportunities, and free mobility and low cost internet plans to keep students connected and thriving
Building community: Our alumni are like-minded individuals who want to lift up those around them. This community can further their careers and help them achieve financial and social impact success.