Support for Indigenous learners
Branches can help you explore options and map out your academic path, whether you’re undecided about your future, or interested in joining the McGill community. We also facilitate outreach activities in Indigenous communities and schools. Working with school boards, educators and families, our programming aims to support Indigenous student success, and helps students see themselves as lifelong learners.
Let the journey begin!
Pick Your Path
Undecided about your academic path? Pick Your Path for Indigenous Youth is a paid educational and relationship building experience. The program connects Indigenous high school and CEGEP students with mentors, so you can start exploring your options for higher education.
IMPRESS
IMPRESS facilitates transformative mentorship opportunities and builds networks of support for Indigenous undergraduate students to strengthen their research skills, boost their career-readiness, and expose them to pathways to graduate school.
Other programs
Spend a day exploring McGill, join a free community Spaghetti Night, or discover the many opportunities and programs at Branches that can support you on your way to higher education. Pick a program and plan to get involved.
Join our community
McGill is home to a dynamic Indigenous community that’s waiting for you to join in! Find your place at McGill’s First People’s House, get connected with other Indigenous students, and explore inspiring resources here.
Get ready to apply
We’re here to help with everything from preparing your application to accessing resources on campus. Review the Indigenous Applicant Protocol to get started. Questions? Contact one of our Indigenous recruiters
Access dedicated funding
As an Indigenous applicant, you can receive financial support to fund your studies here, through a partnership between Indspire and McGill. Learn more about the awards you can access to help fund your studies.
Ways to get involved
Interested in joining our mission to increase access to higher education for Indigenous youth? McGill Faculty and students, community partners and donors are all welcome to contribute!
See what we're up to
Take a look at our current events and initiatives to find inspiration and start thinking of ways that you can get involved.
