The Vanier CGS program aims to attract and retain
world-class doctoral students by supporting students who demonstrate both
leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate
studies in the social sciences and/or humanities, natural sciences and/or
engineering and health.
The Government of Canada launched the Vanier Canada Graduate
Scholarships (Vanier CGS) program in 2008 to strengthen Canada's ability to
attract and retain world-class doctoral students and establish Canada as a
global centre of excellence in research and higher learning. Vanier Scholars
demonstrate leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in
graduate studies in the social sciences and/or humanities, natural sciences
and/or engineering and health.
Scope
Up to 167 scholarships are awarded annually
A total of up to 500 scholarships are active at any time.
A total of up to 500 scholarships are active at any time.
Value
$50,000 per year
Duration
3 years (non-renewable)
Scholarships are distributed equally between the three
federal granting agencies:
- Canadian
Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
- Natural
Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)
- Social
Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
Selection Criteria
- Academic
Excellence
- Research
Potential
- Leadership
(potential and demonstrated ability)
Timelines
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July – November
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Applicants seek a nominating institution, prepare and
submit application package.
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Internal Deadline
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Deadline to submit application to the nominating
institution. Contact nominating institution for specific date.
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November 1, 2017 (20:00 ET)
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Deadline for institutions to submit nominations to the
Vanier CGS program.
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November 2017 – March 2018
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Review and evaluation of nominations.
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End of March 2018
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Anticipated announcement of results.Nominees will be
notified by email when the results are available on ResearchNet.
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May 1, 2018, September 1, 2018 or January 1, 2019
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Payments begin.
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