2026 SIGA Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Press Release
June 3, 2026
SIGA is a progressive organization guided by principles rooted in First Nations heritage. One of these principles, Pimâcihowin, refers to making a living, and SIGA recognizes that education and continued learning are essential to doing so. We established the SIGA Scholarship Program to invest $120,000 in First Nations students across Saskatchewan.
Applications open: June 1 – August 31, 2026
FOUR SCHOLARSHIPS AVALIBLE:
PRIORITY FIELDS OF STUDY:
Applications from all programs are accepted. Priority consideration is given to these fields:
- Business & Commerce
- Information Technology (IT)
- Project Management
- Gaming Operations
- Culinary Arts
- Procurement / Supply Chain
- Tourism & Hospitality
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION:
- Résumé
- Unofficial academic transcripts
- One letter of reference
- Confirmation of enrollment or acceptance
- Proof of First Nations status
Note: Unofficial transcripts are required to apply. Official transcripts are only needed if you are selected as a recipient. Current SIGA employees are ineligible; friends and family are encouraged to apply.
COMMON QUESTIONS:
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Yes — you can apply for every scholarship you are eligible for, but each requires a separate application. Essay responses will differ for each.
Do I need official transcripts?
No. Unofficial transcripts are all that is required to apply. Official transcripts are only needed if you are selected as a recipient.
Can I reuse the same reference for multiple applications?
We strongly recommend a different reference for each application, but a single reference is accepted if necessary.
When will decisions be announced?
The Scholarship Advisory Committee aims to send decisions by mid-September 2026. Timelines may shift.
Are SIGA employees eligible?
No — current SIGA employees are ineligible, but their family and friends are encouraged to apply.
Ready to Apply?
Applications close August 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM CST
ABOUT SIGA
SIGA is a non-profit organization that operates seven Saskatchewan casinos and the PlayNow.com online gaming platform. SIGA reinvests $2 million annually across Saskatchewan through its Community Investment Program — funding education, culture, and community initiatives throughout the province.
● Bear Claw Casino● Dakota Dunes Casino● Gold Eagle Casino● Gold Horse Casino● Living Sky Casino● Northern Lights Casino● Painted Hand Casino● PlayNow.com
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