Pierre Elliott Trudeau Doctoral Scholarship in Canada with Funding of Up to CAD 210,000

The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarship 2027 is a funded PhD scholarship program in Canada for researchers in the early years of their doctoral studies, focusing on the humanities and social sciences and issues related to the future of Canada and the world. It provides financial support over three years, including tuition, living expenses, and dedicated funding for research, travel, and professional networking, plus membership in a scholarly community. The program combines financial support with leadership development, mentoring, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Up to CAD 210,000 over three years; up to CAD 50,000 per year for tuition and living expenses; up to CAD 20,000 per year for academic research, project-related travel, and professional networking; membership in the Foundation’s community and alumni network; opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and leadership development.

Applicants must be in the first year or second year of a PhD program and demonstrate a strong academic record, a compelling research project relevant to issues affecting the future of Canada, evidence of community engagement or impact beyond the university, and leadership abilities or potential.

Two-step application: eligibility verification form opens September 1, 2026; eligibility verification deadline October 2, 2026; references deadline October 30, 2026 (9 a.m. ET); complete application deadline November 6, 2026 (4 p.m. ET). Applicants apply directly to the Trudeau Foundation via the Foundation's application portal.