Telesat opens applications for annual women and indigenous youth scholarships

Ottawa-based satellite operator Telesat announced Tuesday it is now accepting applications for its fifth annual National Women in Technology and Engineering scholarship program and its third annual National Fellowship for Indigenous Youth program. Through the Women in Technology and Engineering scholarship, Telesat will award $10,000 scholarships to eight female full-time undergraduate students pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Their STEM program must be aligned with Telesat’s operations, according to the eligibility criteria listed on Telesat’s website. Under the Fellowship for Indigenous Youth program, Telesat will provide $5,000 scholarships and $15,000 stipends to two indigenous students to help them pursue their studies and...