Apply Now for the 2024 Canada Vanier Graduate Scholarships - $50,000 Annual Grant for Research in Top Canadian Institutions

Apply Now for the 2024 Canada Vanier Graduate Scholarships - $50,000 Annual Grant for Research in Top Canadian Institutions

The Government of Canada has opened applications for the 2024 Canada Vanier Graduate Scholarships, welcoming both domestic and international students to apply.

Scholarship Overview

The Vanier Graduate Scholarships offer $50,000 per year for three years to outstanding candidates, providing them the opportunity to conduct research at premier Canadian institutions. Named after Major-General Georges P. Vanier, the first francophone Governor General of Canada, this program aims to attract and retain world-class students who demonstrate leadership skills and high academic achievement in the social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, engineering, and health.

Benefits of Studying in Canada

Studying in Canada not only gives access to world-class universities but also paves the way for obtaining permanent residency after completion of studies.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Vanier Graduate Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be nominated by the institution where they wish to study.
• Be a Canadian citizen or an international student.
• Demonstrate academic excellence, research potential, and leadership abilities.

Application Requirements

Candidates must submit the following documents:

• ResearchNet application form (includes two letters of reference).
• Canadian Common CV (CCV).
• Research Contributions (max one page).
• Personal Leadership Statement (max two pages for English; 2.5 pages for French).
• Special Circumstances (optional, max 0.5 page).
• Two Leadership letters of reference (max two pages each).
• Research Proposal (max two pages for English; 2.5 pages for French).
• Project References (max five pages).
• Academic Transcripts.

Application Process

To apply for the Canada Vanier Graduate Scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Research Institutions: Explore Canadian institutions through the Universities Canada website and research the specific program and potential supervisors.
2. Check Quota: Ensure your chosen institution has a quota for the Vanier CGS program for the application year.
3. Initiate Application: Inform the faculty of graduate studies at your selected institution about your intent to apply. Alternatively, the institution may contact you to initiate the nomination process.
4. Prepare Application: Complete the application using the ResearchNet system and submit it to your nominating institution by their internal deadline.
5. Institutional Nomination: The institution will perform an internal selection and forward recommended nominations to the Vanier-Banting Secretariat by November 1, 2024 (20:00 Eastern Time).
6. Review and Selection: The Secretariat coordinates the review process and presents recommendations to the Tri-Agency Programs (TAP) Steering Committee, which endorses and approves the final decisions.
7. Notification: Nominated candidates will be notified of the results in April 2025.

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2024
• Notification of Results: April 2025

For more detailed information and to start your application, visit the Vanier Graduate Scholarship application page.