Dr John E Foster Memorial Award in Native Studies

The Dr John E Foster Memorial Award in Native Studies is awarded annually to a student of Aboriginal descent as defined by the Constitution Act, 1982, Section 35(2) or persons who are accepted by one of the Aboriginal peoples of Canada as a member of their community. Students must have satisfactory academic standing and be entering the second year of studies in the Bachelor of Arts (Native Studies) degree program. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic standing, involvement in the Native community, and financial need. The award is funded through endowed funds from memorial donations from staff, friends, and colleagues of Dr. John E Foster.