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Frequently Asked Questions
Please select a topic from the list below to see answers to frequently asked questions about the MMF Post-Secondary Education Support Program
Yes. The MMF Post-Secondary Education Support program is only open to MMF Citizens, including those in the registration process.
Please go to https://www.mmf.mb.ca/central-registery-office-cro to find more information on becoming an MMF Citizen.
I am not a resident of Manitoba but I am Métis. Am I eligible to receive funds from the Post-Secondary Education Support Program to attend an eligible Post-Secondary Institution?
No. In order to be eligible for the PSESP, applicants must be a permanent resident of Manitoba. You will need to contact your Provincial Government to get assistance for further assistance.
Do I have to be attending a Post-Secondary Institution in Manitoba to receive the Post-Secondary Education Support Program funds from the Manitoba Metis Federation?
Not necessarily. As an MMF citizen, you may be eligible to receive assistance for attending out of province institutions. Support for Post-Secondary Education outside of the province will be determined on a case by case basis and where funds permit. For the list of eligible institutions, please check here.
Is there a fee for processing my PSESP Application?
No. The application process is free.
How can I tell where my application is in the system?
After submitting your application online, you will receive an email verifying your submission. Afterward, you can check your application status by simply logging into your account.
How can I get more information on my PSESP Application?
For more information on your PSESP Application please contact psesp.info@mmf.mb.ca
What documents do I need to apply for the PSESP?
In order to complete your application, you will need to upload (in PDF format) a copy of your MMF Citizenship Card, your letter of acceptance, a copy of your unofficial transcripts, and a copy of your current course schedule.
Can I send in a paper application form?
No. Applications are only accepted through the PSESP website at www.MMFeducation.ca
If I have already received an MMF Bursary/Scholarship, am I still eligible to apply for the PSESP?
Yes.
How do I know if my application was received?
You will receive a confirmation email that your application was received. If you do not receive an email, please contact the program coordinator at psesp.info@mmf.mb.ca.
How are PSESP recipients selected?
The MMF Post-Secondary Education Support Program Review Committee will decide the recipients.
If awarded, how will I receive the PSESP funding?
All information will be corresponded to you by email. Please ensure we have your correct and up-to-date contact information at all times.
I’ve moved, who do I notify of my new address?
Please notify the PSESP Coordinator of an address change as soon as possible by email at psesp.info@mmf.mb.ca
What if I withdraw from my program after applying?
Students who withdraw from a program in the academic period for which they applied for Post-Secondary Education Support are required to notify the PSESP Coordinator at psesp.info@mmf.mb.ca immediately upon doing so.
If you are a student in your final and graduating year of a first degree please apply for funding through the Metis Employment and Training Department at www.mmfemployment.ca.
PSESP can fund all years of a student’s second degree.
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