Telesat yesterday announced that applications are now being accepted for its two marquee scholarship programs—the fourth annual National Women in STEM scholarship program and the company’s second annual Fellowship for Indigenous Youth program.
Through the Women in STEM scholarship, Telesat will award $5,000 CAD scholarships to eight full-time undergraduate students pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Students in undergraduate university and those enrolled in accredited technical college programs are eligible to participate. With this scholarship, Telesat hopes to empower more women to engage in these important, emerging, and high-paying fields.
Women in STEM scholarship applications will be accepted until 1:00 p.m. ET on March 26, 2024. Telesat intends for this program to reflect Canada’s broad diversity and the company strongly encourages Indigenous, visible minority students, and students with disabilities to apply. Scholarship Partners Canada (SPC), a division of Universities Canada, administers the scholarship program on behalf of Telesat.
France Teasdale, Telesat’s Vice President of People
Telesat recognizes the importance of increasing diversity within STEM and we are proud to provide scholarships that help elevate and empower Canada’s diverse voices. With these programs we aim to provide women and Indigenous students with access to impactful education and career opportunities while developing STEM talent throughout Canada.
