Overview
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarship supports exceptional doctoral candidates in the social sciences and humanities, with a focus on leadership, public engagement and commitment to public policy. Awards provide up to CAD $50,000 per year for three years.
Who is eligible (high level)
- Doctoral students in social sciences and humanities (and related interdisciplinary fields) who show scholarly excellence, leadership, and commitment to public engagement. Consult the Foundation’s eligibility page for full details. trudeaufoundation.ca
Key dates (example/most recent cycle)
- The 2026 competition opens September 9, 2025 and closes November 17, 2025. Confirm exact dates and times on the Foundation’s website each competition. trudeaufoundation.ca
Step-by-step: How to apply (detailed)
- Check eligibility and prepare a research plan
- Read the Trudeau Foundation’s eligibility rules and prepare a focused research statement showing how your doctoral work engages broader public issues.
- Register on the Foundation’s application portal
- When the competition opens (e.g., Sept 9), register and create an account on the Foundation’s online portal. Start early — the portal will require uploads, references, and detailed statements.
- Prepare required documents
- Typical materials include: research proposal/statement, CV, transcripts, writing samples, and referee letters. The Foundation provides exact requirements and formats—follow them to the letter.
- Obtain referees / letters of support
- Ask referees early. The Foundation’s timeline expects referees to submit letters by the main deadline; allow referees 3–4 weeks to write strong, detailed letters.
- Submit before the deadline
- Submit the full application by the Foundation’s deadline (e.g., November 17, 2025, 4 p.m. ET). Late or incomplete applications are not accepted.
- Selection & next steps
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited to interviews or further steps as per the Foundation’s process. Follow any instructions from the Foundation after submission.
Practical tips & warnings
- The foundation prioritizes public engagement — demonstrate how your research connects to real-world policy or community outcomes.
- Follow formatting and submission rules exactly — the foundation rejects incomplete packages.
- Prepare referees with a concise summary of your research and the scholarship’s focus so they can tailor their letters.
Official source / apply link
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation — Scholarship program pages. Click here to begin your application
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