Pomerleau Entrance Award for Mi’kmaw and Indigenous Students

Open to full and part-time students who will be enrolled in year 1 of study of Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Project Management, Electro-Mechanical Technician or Mechanical Engineering Technology at any campus where the eligible programs are offered.

Application assessment will consider

• Financial need
• Requirement: Mi’kmaw/Indigenous person
• Primary preference: applicant from one of the 13 Mi’kmaq nations in Nova Scotia (Acadia, Annapolis Valley, Bear River, Eskasoni, Glooscap First Nation, Membertou, Millbrook, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation, Pictou Landing, Potlotek First Nation, Sipekne’katik, Wagmatcook or We’koqma’q
• Secondary preference: applicant from any nation in Mi’kma’ki
• Tertiary preference: Indigenous person from one of the 3 nations in Atlantic Canada (Mi’kmaq, Wolastoquey or Peskotomuhkati nations)

About the award
Pomerleau is proud to support an Indigenous student through this bursary, reinforcing its commitment to reconciliation, inclusion, and the development of future leaders in Canada’s construction industry.

Construction is a high-demand, service-based sector that is constantly evolving, and Pomerleau believes that innovation and long-term success are driven by diverse perspectives and ways of thinking. By supporting Indigenous students in their educational journey, Pomerleau aims to help build a more inclusive workforce while contributing to stronger communities across the country. This bursary reflects Pomerleau’s commitment to responding to Call to Action #92 of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, by fostering meaningful opportunities for Indigenous Peoples in education, employment, and professional development. Through initiatives like this, Pomerleau seeks not only to attract talent to the construction industry, but also to help develop skilled, confident leaders who can apply their experience both within the industry and in their communities.

Pomerleau, founded in Québec and operating across Canada for over 60 years, is one of the country’s leading construction companies, delivering major projects in the building, civil infrastructure, and industrial sectors. Known for its strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and employee ownership, Pomerleau continually invests in new technologies, sustainable practices, and the development of its people. As a service-based organization, Pomerleau places a strong emphasis on mentorship, succession planning, and skills development—from craft and technical roles to leadership and management positions. The company believes that today’s leaders have a responsibility to mentor and develop the leaders of tomorrow. In this spirit, Pomerleau’s approach to succession planning for Indigenous Peoples extends beyond the construction industry, with the goal of supporting the growth of capable, well-trained leaders who can positively influence their communities, organizations, and future generations.