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Indigenous Bursary Program

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Congratulations to our 2022-23 Bursary Recipients:

Krysten Cheyenne Berens ($3,000) – Winnipeg, MB – studying to be a Veterinary Assistant – more info to come

Courtney Sandy ($3,000) – Williams Lake, BC – studying Child and Youth Care – more info to come

Kalezafar Drakan King Lawrence ($3,000) – Penticton, BC –  studying Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)

Uy’ Skweyul (Good Day). My name is Kale Lawrence, and I am Coast Salish from the Penelakut Tribe. I was born and raised and currently live on the territory of the Syilx people. I attended my undergrad on an NCAA Lacrosse scholarship, where I graduated with honours from Tusculum University in Tennessee, USA; with a BA in History- Education 6-12. The combination of my community service, my time as an Indigenous NCAA athletic student, a student-teacher, and a hard worker will continue to help me persevere in learning and participating in all I can. I am in the second year of my Doctorate of Chiropractic at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto, Ontario. I was drawn to the chiropractic profession as it has many connections with traditional Indigenous medicine. Approaching a person’s well-being in terms of their entire body rather than just the area where symptoms manifest is something our elders have taught for many generations. I want to be part of this new history where education and understanding can start to change the treatment of our people. The financial strain of multiple university years outside my home community is always there, but thanks to the Hauer Law Corporation and their Hauer and Co Indigenous Bursary, they helped alleviate this pressure. For that, I am thankful.

-Kale Lawrence

 

Congratulations to our 2021 Bursary Recipient: Logan Burd

 

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Logan Burd, recipient of the Hauer and Co 2021 Indigenous Bursary

Congratulations to Logan Burd, who on May 28, 2021 was announced as the selected recipient of a $5,000 educational bursary under the Hauer and Co Indigenous Bursary Program.

Logan Burd is a Métis person from Kelowna, BC and will begin a Master’s Program in Public Health at Simon Fraser University in September, 2021.

I am very honoured and thankful to Mr. Hauer and the team at Hauer and Co. for choosing me as the 2021 Indigenous Bursary recipient. I am a founding member of the Métis Youth Mental Health and Wellness Initiative through Métis Nation BC, and I am very proud to be a Métis Citizen. I am from Kelowna, BC, and will be attending Simon Fraser University in September to begin my Master’s in Public Health. I plan to pursue a career in public health to provide support, preventative measures, and holistic healing options for Indigenous women and children who have experienced sexual abuse, sexual exploitation, or human trafficking in Canada. This bursary will assist me greatly in continuing my education and career goals to help Indigenous people and communities.

-Logan Burd

 

Congratulations to our 2020 Bursary Recipient: Chantal Serwatkewich

 

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Chantal Serwatkewich, recipient of the Hauer and Co 2020 Indigenous Bursary

We wish to congratulate Chantal Serwatkewich, who on April 17, 2020 was announced as the selected recipient of a $5,000 educational bursary under the Hauer and Co Indigenous Bursary Program.

Chantal Serwatkewich is a Métis person currently in her third year of Medical School at the University of Calgary. She is from Fernie, BC and belongs to the Métis Nation BC.

My Métis community is important to me; I currently manage the social media for our local Métis Association, and I am the Senior Local Officer of Indigenous Health at my school. I am very honored to have received this bursary and it will significantly help me continue my studies to eventually become a rural family physician. I am very grateful to Mr. Hauer and all the staff at Hauer and Company for this generous opportunity for Indigenous people to further their education.

-Chantal Serwatkewich

About the Program

The Hauer and Company Indigenous Bursary Program provides educational bursaries to BC Indigenous Peoples on a merit-based system in order to assist students in achieving their educational dreams and reaching their career aspirations thereby improving the social and economic well-being of BC Indigenous Peoples.

Today, there are approximately 200,000 Indigenous people in British Columbia. They include First Nations, Inuit and Métis. There are 198 distinct First Nations in B.C., each with their own unique traditions and history. Many are unable to attend a post-secondary institution due to lack of financial resources.

At Hauer and Co. we understand that receiving an education is an expensive undertaking, especially for Indigenous Persons who may not have the financial support.

Hauer and Co. seeks to empower Indigenous Peoples by offering annual educational bursaries from $3,000 – $5,000 each. These are non-repayable funds.

If you are an Indigenous student or aspiring student and in need of financial assistance, we encourage you to apply by accessing the application form by clicking the link below.

Apply for Bursary

“Education is key to our future as Indigenous Peoples”

Roberta Jamieson, President and CEO of Indspire

 

How The Program Is Funded

The Bursary Program is wholly funded by Hauer and Co. The law firm sets aside 10% of Hauer and Co.’s revenues generated from indigenous matters.

Indigenous Bursary Program

Hauer and Co. seeks to empower Indigenous Peoples by offering annual educational bursaries.  These are non-repayable funds.

If you are an Indigenous student or aspiring student and in need of financial assistance, we encourage you to apply by accessing the application form.

Bursary Program Application

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