When Rebecca Wilson-Mah began donating monthly toward Royal Roads’ Indigenous Scholar’s Grant, her inspiration came from the students she interacted with as associate professor and program heading RRU’s Master of Arts in Tourism Management. Her purpose was grounded in recognizing the immense contributions students made to the university. 

“The Indigenous Scholars Grant is about acknowledging and recognizing Indigenous students who are either thinking about coming to Royal Roads or who are at Royal Roads,” says Wilson-Mah. “I believe an award says, ‘I belong here. I am recognized for all that I bring, and all that I’m going to continue to create and advance in my community and at Royal Roads.’ 

The grants offer financial support for Indigenous students and scholars at RRU for research or learning; connecting with Elders and home community members; and help with unexpected emergencies. Contributing on an ongoing basis is important to Wilson-Mah, who has been donating for several years and says, “I don’t see myself ever stopping.” 

This Giving Day, Nov. 26–27

Be part of 36 hours of giving to support Royal Roads students where they need it most. For RRU employees, one of the easiest and most impactful ways to give is through payroll giving—small, regular contributions that add up to big change.

👉 Sign up today at royalroads.ca/payrollgiving
🌟 Learn more at RRUgivingday.ca