First Nation students are advised to apply for financial assistance by contacting their Band Office, Tribal Council, or local management board.

Metis students are advised to contact their regional office of the Manitoba Metis Federation or Metis local management board.

Inuit students are advised to contact the Government of the Northwest Territories.

Nunavut students are advised to apply to:
Financial Assistance for Nunavut Students
Nunavut Department of Education
Adult Learning and Post Secondary Services
Box 390
Arviat, Nunavut
X0C 0E0
1-877-860-0680
Fax: 1-877-860-0167
E-mail: FANS@gov.nu.ca

Inuit students from Nunavut are advised to apply for financial assistance from their Band Office.  If residing in the province of Manitoba, students can also try contacting the Education Directorate at Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, phone 204-983-2338.

Applicants who are in receipt of or eligible to receive City of Winnipeg or Province of Manitoba Social Assistance are advised to contact their local office.

Applicants who are in receipt of or eligible to receive Employment Insurance benefits are advised to contact their nearest Employment Centre.