Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship 2027 (up to $50,000)

Deadline: October 2, 2026

Applications are open for the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship 2027. The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation scholarship supports students with an excellent academic record who are engaged in humanities and social sciences research that contributes to the advancement of Canada and society.

The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation PhD Scholarship is designed for doctoral students who want to go beyond academia, grow through mentorship, and contribute to major societal issues through their research.

Field of Study

Your field of study must be broadly related to the humanities or social sciences and address issues that are relevant to Canada’s future. Your PhD research must align with at least one of the Foundation’s four themes:

Human Rights and Dignity

Responsible Citizenship

Canada and the World

People and their Natural Environment

Scholarship

An annual stipend of up to $50,000 for three years to cover tuition and living expenses.

An annual allowance of up to $20,000 for three years to support research, networking, and travel related to the doctoral project and Foundation programming.

Membership in a dynamic community of Scholars, Mentors, and Fellows, all recognized for excellence in their respective fields; and lifelong membership in the Foundation’s alumni network, which includes over 500 individuals.

Eligibility

To be eligible, you must be one of the following

A Canadian student enrolled at a Canadian university;

A Canadian student enrolled at a university outside Canada; or

An international student enrolled at a Canadian university.

International students residing outside Canada or enrolled at a university outside Canada are not eligible.

Selection Criteria

The strongest applications typically demonstrate

Academic excellence, supported by an outstanding academic record.

A compelling research project that addresses issues shaping Canada’s future.

A strong commitment to making a positive impact, demonstrated through initiatives, collaborations, or achievements.

A willingness to engage in dialogue, interdisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Application

You must provide three letters of reference

One from your PhD supervisor.

One from another academic referee.

One from a referee outside academia.

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For more information, visit Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship.