Next Generation Indigenous Youth Professional Development Scholarship

AFOA Canada is offering professional development scholarships to Indigenous youth to attend the AFOA Canada National Conference in Montreal, QC, February 10-12, 2026, to learn about professional opportunities and strengthen their knowledge and skills.

The professional development scholarships include conference registration and travel-related expenses (travel, accommodations, and meals – following Treasury Board Guidelines).

National Conference Delegates (6), sponsored by CPA Education Foundation

AFOA Canada will award six (6) Professional Development Scholarships to Indigenous youth from Alberta

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be between 19-29 years of age, as of February 9, 2026.
• Must be from Alberta or studying in Alberta.
• Indigenous ancestry (First Nation, Inuit or Métis). Proof of ancestry is required.
• Must be pursuing a career in management, finance and governance (HR, Senior Administration, Leadership, etc.)

National Conference Delegates (2), sponsored by Scotiabank

AFOA Canada will award two (2) Professional Development Scholarships to Indigenous youth.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be between 19-29 years of age, as of February 9, 2026.
• Indigenous ancestry (First Nation, Inuit or Métis). Proof of ancestry is required.
• Must be pursuing a career in management, finance and governance (HR, Senior Administration, Leadership, etc.)

Application Deadline: November 14, 2025 @ 5 PM (EDT).

Visit afoa.ca/next-gen-2026/ to apply. For more information, please contact youthawards@afoa.ca.