OPPORTUNITIES
Funding Opportunities
Please note that this information is currently being updated and may not be
accurate.
These awards and fellowships have
been compiled to assist individuals seeking funding for research or study
abroad. Largely these programs fund individual initiatives and projects.
If you have any additions, suggestions or alterations for this list, please
contact us.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR
CANADIANS STUDYING FOR A DEGREE ABROAD
Association of
Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
The Association offers a number of publications for students studying in
Commonwealth countries, including Awards for Postgraduate Study at Commonwealth
Universities. This directory, in addition to listing awards for use within the
Commonwealth, includes an international section that lists awards applicable for
study in any country.
The Association of Commonwealth Universities, Publications and Information
John Foster House, 36 Gordon Square, London, UK WCIH 0PF; Telephone:
017-387-8572
Association of
Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
The AUCC is a non-profit organization representing Canadian universities within
Canada and abroad. The Association offers information on a variety of
scholarship sources through their booklet "Canadian Awards Program."
International and Canadian Programs Division
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
350 Albert Street, Suite 600, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B1
Telephone: (613) 563-1236 http://www.aucc.ca
Commonwealth
Scholarship and Fellowship Program
The Canadian component of the Commonwealth Plan facilitating students' study
abroad within the Commonwealth is administered by the International Council for
Canadian Studies (ICCS). Countries for study include: Australia, Brunei, India,
New Zealand, Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. The award includes airfare,
tuition fees and a monthly stipend.
International Council for Canadian Studies
2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6E2
Telephone: (613) 232-0417
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca
International
Development Research Centre (IDRC)
The IDRC administers award programs for international study and research,
including the Young Canadian Researchers Awards which financially supports
doctoral research regarding sustainable, equitable development.
Training and Awards Unit, IDRC
P.O. Box 8500, 250 Alberta Street Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3H9
Telephone: (613) 236-6163 ext. 2098
http://www.idrc.ca
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR
RESEARCH
AND VOLUNTARY WORK OVERSEAS
Association of
Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
The Association offers a number of publications for students studying in
Commonwealth countries, including Awards for Postgraduate Study at Commonwealth
Universities. This directory, in addition to listing awards for use within the
Commonwealth, includes an international section that lists awards applicable for
study in any country.
The Association of Commonwealth Universities, Publications and Information
John Foster House, 36 Gordon Square London, UK WCIH 0PF
Telephone: 017-387-8572
Association of
Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC)
The AUCC is a non-profit organization representing Canadian universities within
Canada and abroad. The Association offers a variety of information on
scholarship sources through their booklet "Canadian Awards Program."
International and Canadian Programs Division
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
350 Albert Street, Suite 600 Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B
Telephone: (613) 563-1236 http://www.aucc.ca
Bank of Missions
In order to facilitate the exchange of persons ("missions") between Canada and
other cultures, experienced individuals are awarded airfare and a daily
allowance to work in France or Mexico for a specific period, in a activity that
is not eligible for funding through other sources.
Youth and Personalities Exchange Program, Academic Relations Division
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT)
125 Sussex Drive Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0G2
Telephone: (613) 996-5965
Canada-China
Scholars Exchange Program
Canadian faculty and students are eligible for this program; airfare and a
monthly stipend for research in China (four to twelve months) are granted. The
purpose is to encourage mutual understanding of both countries and cultures.
Counselor (Education), Embassy of the People's Republic of China
80 Cobourg Street Ottawa, Ontario K1N 8H1
Telephone: (613) 789-6312
Canada-Latin America
Research Links Program
The AUCC together with IDRC offer two forms of grants intended to contribute to
transportation, lodging and food costs, for Canadian professors or graduate
students to study or research in Latin America. The Faculty Travel Grant offers
up to $4,000 for professors to travel (7-15 days) to Latin America. The Graduate
Student Internships reimburses the student up to $11,750 for a three to six
month placement in a research centre or institute in Latin America.
Policy and Liaison Officer, AUCC
350 Albert Street, Suite 600 Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1B
Telephone: (613) 563-1236 http://www.aucc.ca
Canada Memorial
Awards
In memory of the Canadians who served with Great Britain in the World Wars, this
award is offered to Canadian post-graduate students who wish to study in the UK
for one year. Contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies at home Canadian
universities for information.
Canada-United States
Educational Exchange (Fulbright Exchange)
Canadian citizens are eligible for either a Faculty award of up to $25,000 for
three to nine months of research, or a Graduate award of up to $15,000 for nine
months of study, in the United States. The research is to pertain to the United
States or the relation between the US and Canada.
The Canada-United States Fulbright Program
350 Albert Street, Suite 2015 Ottawa, Ontario K1R 1A4
Telephone: (613) 237-5366
Canadian Bureau for
International Education (CBIE)
CBIE administers a number of different scholarship programs for Canadians
wishing to study abroad in addition to overseas internships and training
programs. Among awards administered is the Canadian International Development
Agency's (CIDA) Awards Program for Canadians, an annual competition offering up
to $15,000 to graduate students (not Ph.D. research) or professionals
researching or participating in international development through their own
initiative. Additionally the Celanese Canada Internationalist Fellowship (CCIF),awarding
$10,000 awards for graduate students who wish to study or do research at a
foreign university or institution, is managed by CBIE.
CBIE, Canadian Awards
220 Laurier West, Suite 1100 Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5Z9
Telephone: (613) 237-4820 http://www.cbie.ca
Commonwealth
Scholarship and Fellowship Program
The Canadian component of the Commonwealth Plan facilitating students' study
abroad within the Commonwealth is administered by the International Council for
Canadian Studies (ICCS). Countries for study include: Australia, Brunei, India,
New Zealand, Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. The award includes airfare,
tuition fees and a monthly stipend.
International Council for Canadian Studies
2 Daly Avenue Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6E2
Telephone: (613) 232-0417
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca
Foreign Government
Awards
The reciprocal program to Government of Canada Awards, Foreign Government
Awards, enables Canadian scholars to research or study abroad in France,
Germany, Italy, Japan and Mexico. Information is available from the desired
country's Canadian embassy, or through
International Council for Canadian Studies
2 Daly Avenue Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6E2
Telephone: (613) 232-0417
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca
International
Council for Canadian Studies
Award programs are administered by the Council for study in various countries,
including Belgium, Columbia, France, Hungry, Mexico, Poland, Spain, and
Switzerland. Please contact:
International Council for Canadian Studies
2 Daly Avenue Ottawa, Ontario K1N 6E2
Telephone: (613) 232-0417
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca
International
Development Research Centre (IDRC)
The IDRC's John G. Bene Fellowship in Social Forestry supports graduate students
wishing to do field research focusing on social forestry in a developing
country. The Young Canadian Researchers Awards supports the field research of
Canadian students pursuing a Ph.D.; the IDRC also offers internships and
training programs including awards encouraging journalism abroad.
Training & Awards Unit, IDRC
P.O. Box 8500, 250 Albert Street Ottawa, Ontario K1G 3H9
Telephone: (613) 236-6163 ext. 2098
http://www.idrc.ca
The Japan Foundation
Research Fellowships are available for researchers, scholars or professionals to
undertake research in Japan, lasting between two and twelve months. The projects
are to directly relate to Japan, and focus upon social science and humanities,
or comparative, subjects.
The Japan Foundation
152 West 57th Street New York, NY 10019
Telephone: (212) 489-0299
Killam Awards
Two Killam Awards exist. The Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Prize is given in
recognition of careers that have significantly contributed to engineering,
health or natural sciences. The Killam Research Fellowships support scholars
undertaking "projects of broad significance and widespread interest" in either
the humanities, social sciences, health sciences, natural sciences, engineering
or connecting these fields.
Canada Council
Director, Endowments and Awards
350 Albert St., Box 1047 Ottawa, ON K1P 5V8
Telephone: 1-800-566-4414 ext. 5041
http://www.canadacouncil.ca
McNamara Fellowship
Program
Citizens of World Bank member countries, under the age of 35, with a masters or
equivalent, experienced in international economic development, are eligible for
awards between US$20,000 and 30,000 for group projects (five person maximum).
McNamara Fellowship Program
Economic Development Institute, The World Bank
1818, H Street, NW Washington, DC USA 20433
Medical Assistance
Program International (MAP)
For senior medical students wishing to work internationally for at least two
months in an approved missionary hospital, the Readers' Digest International
Fellowships (RDIF) will pay for three-fourths of the airfare.
RDIF Coordinator, MAP International Box 50 Brunswick, GA USA 31521-0050
Telephone: (912) 265-6010
Medical Research
Council of Canada (MRC)
The MRC offers funding to improve Canadian and world health through health
promotion and research. Some of its programs are available for Canadians only,
others are international.
Medical Research Council of Canada
1600 Scott Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0W9
Telephone: 1-800-954-1959
Organization of
American States (OAS)
An OAS PRA Fellowship (Regular Training Program) helps Canadian graduate
students study in Latin America for at least three months and no more than two
years by providing, generally, a round-trip ticket, tuition fees, health
insurance and a small allowance. The OAS offers additional fellowships providing
similar benefits for work within and external to OAS member states. Information
is available at the OAS web site:
http://www.oas.org or
Program Officer (OAS Fellowship Program)
International Council for Canadian Studies
325 Dalhousie Street, Suite 800 Ottawa, Ontario K1N 7G2
Telephone: (613) 789-7828
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca/gc/e-oas-ov2.html
Pan American Health
Organization
PAHO offers an eleven month work-study "resident" arrangement called The
Training Program in International Health, primarily in the DC office, but
possibly including visits to member countries
Canadian Society for International Health
1 Nicholas St., Suite 1105, Ottawa, ON K1N 7B7 Canada
Tel: (613) 241-5785 Fax: (613) 241-3845
http://www.csih.org
Program for North
American Mobility in Higher Education
The program facilitates interaction between educational institutions in Canada,
the United States and Mexico. Covering a wide range of fields, the purpose of
the initiatives is to increase student mobility, and cooperation between
faculties and institutions.
Program Director
Learning and Literacy Directorate
Human Resources Development Canada
Jules Legere Building, 25 Eddy Street, 10th Floor Hull, Quebec K1A 0M5
Telephone: (819) 994-1755
The Rotary
Foundation of Rotary International
Scholarships covering travel expenses and providing a small stipend for room and
board are available for one year commitments to international study. Although
applications are processed through local Rotary clubs information is also
available through:
The Rotary Foundation
1560 Sherman Evanston, IL USA 60201
Telephone: (708) 866-3000
Canadian Bureau for
International Education (CBIE)
The CBIE administers a large number of different scholarship programs for
non-Canadians wishing to study in Canada, in addition to offering short
exchanges, internships and training programs. The booklet, "Awards for Study in
Canada" details multiple scholarships and opportunities, and is offered by the
CBIE. Additionally, the Bureau operates a database, SOJOURNS, which consists of
2,000 international work and study opportunities for Canadians.
Canadian Bureau for International Education
220 Laurier Avenue West, Suite 1100 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1P 5Z9
Telephone: (613) 237-1073 http://www.cbie.ca
Canadian
International Development Agency (CIDA)
CIDA offers a booklet listing and describing various opportunities for work in
international development called "Signposts: Looking for Work in International
Development."
Public Affairs Branch, Canadian International Development Agency
200 Promenade du Portage Hull, Québec K1A OG4
Telephone: (819) 997-6100
Canadian Nurses
Association
Sources of Funds for Nursing Education, Nursing and Health-Related Research
Projects is a database resource connecting association members with appropriate
funding sources.
Canadian Nurses Association
50 Driveway Ottawa, Ontario K2P 1E2
Telephone: (613) 237-2133
Canadian Research
and Publication Center
The center sells two loose-leaf volumes that compile government assistance,
grant and subsidy incentive programs arranged by field of activity and source:
Handbook of Government Assistance Programs for Private Enterprise and Handbook
of Government Assistance Programs for Non-Profit Organizations.
Canadian Research and Publication Center
33 Racine Farnham, Québec J2N 3A3
Telephone: 1-800-363-8304 (in Québec) 1-800-363-1400 (other provinces)
Council of Ministers
of Education, Canada
The council offers a free publication for foreign students interested in
studying in Canada, "Going to Canada to Study."
Council of Ministers of Education, Canada
252 Bloor Street West, Suite 5-200 Toronto, Ontario M5S 1V5
Telephone: (416) 964-2551
Fédération de la
Jeunesse Canadienne-Française Inc.
Répetoire de Bourses D'Études Nationales et Provinciales is a book listing
funding sources for French speaking students who wish to study in French. The
programs may be located in Canada or abroad.
Fédération de la Jeunesse Canadienne-Française
119, Rue Murray Ottawa, Ontario
Telephone: (613) 236-8864
Interculture Canada
(American Field Service)
AFS offers two work programs, Dialogue Across the Americas and an internship
program, in which participants fund raise the cost of the trip, and will receive
a stipend.
AFS Intercultural Canada
1231 Ste-Catherine Ouest/West #505 Montreal, Québec H3G 1P5
Telephone: (514) 288-3282 http://www.afs.org
Registered Nurses'
Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS)
The brochure "RNANS Information Guide for Registered Nurses to Financial
Assistance for Students" lists funding sources for domestic and international
study.
RNANS
120 Eileen Stubbs Avenue, Suite 104 Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 1Y1
Telephone: (902) 468-9744 1-800-565-9744 (in Nova Scotia)
These awards and fellowships have
been compiled to assist individuals seeking funding for research or study
abroad. Largely these programs fund individual initiatives and projects.
If you have any additions, suggestions or alterations for this list, please
contact us.
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