Investing in the leaders of tomorrow
TELUS Student Bursaries are awarded annually to more than 500 students in financial need who are driving change in their communities.
Impact at a glance since 2023
2,000+
bursaries awarded
90+
unique fields of study
$6.4M+
bursary funds awarded
+50%
first in family to pursue higher education
Financial circumstances should never define potential
The pursuit of higher education should be a time of opportunity, yet for too many young people in Canada, it is overshadowed by the weight of financial stress. With the rising costs of tuition and living expenses, more than 75% of students are finding it hard to afford post-secondary education. For many youth in our communities, the dream of a degree or diploma is slipping out of reach.
We believe financial circumstances should never define potential. That’s why we created the TELUS Student Bursary - to bridge the gap between financial hardship and a chance at a brighter future for deserving students who are making a difference in their communities.
About the Bursary
The TELUS Student Bursary is based on need - not transcripts - and provides $3,000 for college students and $5,000 for university students to be applied directly toward tuition at post-secondary institutions across Canada.
Support beyond tuition
We believe in holistic support. In addition to tuition funding, recipients receive access to wraparound supports to help them thrive:
- Connectivity:
Free or low-cost TELUS Mobility for Good® and Internet for Good® plans.
- Well-being:
24/7 access to mental health resources through TELUS Health Student Support.
- Career growth:
Exclusive internships and engagement with TELUS student hiring programs.
Who is eligible to apply
- Youth between the ages of 17 and 29 in financial need
- Accepted into, or attending, a first undergraduate degree or diploma program at a college, university or polytechnic institute in Canada
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident or Protected Person
- Students committed to delivering a social impact initiative during the course of their studies that will have a positive impact in their community
Bursaries for the academic year
Thank you to all students who applied for the TELUS Student Bursary. We've received an incredible response and have now closed our application portal for the 2026 academic year.
Transformative partners
We extend our deepest gratitude to our corporate, community and post-secondary partners who’ve committed to multi-year, designated bursary partnerships.
Your name. Their future. A lasting legacy.
Are you ready to make a transformative impact? Partner with our Foundation to create a customized, named bursary. Together we can align your philanthropic goals with the needs of Canada’s youth and help students soar.
In their own words
Voices of TELUS Student Bursary recipients
Meet some of our Bursary recipients from across the country who are creating change in their communities.
Colin
2SLGBTQIA+ Advocate
Post-secondary institution: University of Montreal
Studying: Communications
Goal: Create a future where diversity is embraced every single day
Studying: Communications
Goal: Create a future where diversity is embraced every single day
Spencer
Inclusive tech trailblazer
Post-secondary institution: Memorial University of Newfoundland
Studying: Mechanical Engineering
Goal: Develop innovative technology and break down barriers in STEM
Studying: Mechanical Engineering
Goal: Develop innovative technology and break down barriers in STEM
Adil
Newcomer champion
Post-secondary institution: Langara College
Studying: Computer Science
Goal: First person in his family to graduate post-secondary studies, and pursue a career that uses technology to make a positive difference
Studying: Computer Science
Goal: First person in his family to graduate post-secondary studies, and pursue a career that uses technology to make a positive difference
“I feel a personal duty to put my skills and experiences into practice in order to give a voice to marginalized communities.”
“Diversity and inclusion is vital to engineering design; I hope to specialize in biomedical or mechatronics engineering to help create a future where no one is left behind.”
“When I immigrated to Canada, a lot of people helped me get on my feet. I am passionate about giving back to my community to guide other newcomers so they, too, can succeed.”
Help open doors to a brighter future for more students
By supporting the TELUS Future Friendly Foundation®, you can help youth facing financial barriers pursue their dreams of making the world a better place.
Bursaries in action
See how TELUS Student Bursaries are empowering young changemakers across Canada.
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Commitment to Reconciliation
The TELUS Friendly Future Foundation is proud to partner with Indspire, an Indigenous national charity, to award bursaries to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students. With federal match funding, this partnership represents a total investment of $1M in higher education for Indigenous students.