Scholarships in Canada 2026
This directory lists 22+ scholarships for studying in Canada, from flagship awards like the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (CAD $50,000/year) and the University of Toronto's Lester B. Pearson award to entrance scholarships that are automatic with admission. ScholarMatch matches your profile to Canadian awards you qualify for.
Showing 22 of 22 scholarships in this category, from Aspiralane ScholarMatch's continuously aggregated database of 2,400+ opportunities. Roughly 6 million tertiary students studied outside their home country in recent years (UNESCO Institute for Statistics), yet the Institute of International Education reports fewer than 1 in 10 international students receive institutional funding without applying strategically — which is exactly what a matched shortlist fixes.
Get matched to scholarships you qualify for — free with ScholarMatch
Which scholarships are in this category?
Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship (University of Toronto)
University of Toronto's most prestigious international scholarship. Fully funded for 4 years: tuition, books, incidental fees, residence, living expenses. 37 scholarships annually for exceptional students from around the world. Requires high school nominati…
Schulich Leader Scholarships Canada
Canada's most prestigious STEM scholarship. $120,000 for Engineering students, $100,000 for Science/Math/Tech students. 100 scholarships annually at 20 Canadian universities. For entrepreneurial-minded students entering STEM undergraduate programs. High sch…
UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award
University of British Columbia scholarship for international students with demonstrated financial need. Covers full tuition plus living expenses based on assessed need. Automatically considered upon admission application. Renewable for 4 years based on acad…
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
Canada's most prestigious doctoral scholarship. $50,000/year for 3 years for PhD students. 166 scholarships annually. Open to Canadian and international students at Canadian universities. Recognizes academic excellence, research potential, and leadership ab…
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships
Postdoctoral, All Fields scholarship for students from Global. Coverage: $70,000 CAD/year
Bursaries for Women in STEM (Canada)
PG, STEM scholarship for students from Global (Women). Coverage: $10,000 CAD (Partial)
Graduate Awards, Financial Aid & Funding
The School of Graduate Studies at the University of Toronto offers a variety of awards and funding opportunities for graduate students, including scholarships for master's and doctoral degrees, as well as postdoctoral fellowships. These awards aim to suppor…
Merit-Based Funding
Merit-based funding refers to financial support, such as awards and scholarships, offered in recognition of a student's achievements. These usually require an application to be adjudicated in a competitive process with the top-ranked students receiving the …
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship
Doctoral, Social Sciences/Humanities scholarship for students from Global. Coverage: Up to $60,000 CAD/year
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
Doctoral scholarship for students from Global. Coverage: $50,000 CAD/year
Trudeau Foundation Scholarship
Doctoral, Social Sciences scholarship for students from Global. Coverage: Up to $60,000 CAD/year
University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship
Merit-based entrance scholarship for international students. Up to CAD $60,000 over 4 years. Multiple award levels: $15,000/year renewable and $10,000 non-renewable options also available. For students entering first-year undergraduate programs. Automatic c…
McGill University Graduate Fellowship 2025
Internal awards and external scholarship support for graduate students at McGill. Funding packages competitive with peer institutions.
McMaster University Graduate Scholarship 2025
Graduate scholarships and research assistantships at McMaster. Full funding for doctoral students.
Queen's University Graduate Award 2025
Internal fellowships and awards for graduate students at Queen's University. Competitive funding packages available.
UBC Four Year Doctoral Fellowship 2025
Prestigious fellowship for exceptional doctoral students at University of British Columbia. Provides $18,200/year plus tuition for four years.
UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award 2025
For exceptional international undergraduate students. Covers tuition and living costs based on demonstrated financial need.
University of Alberta Graduate Assistantship 2025
Teaching and research assistantships for graduate students. Includes tuition reduction and monthly stipend.
University of Toronto Fellowship Package 2025
Guaranteed funding package for PhD students at U of T. Includes tuition, fees, and stipend for 4-5 years depending on field.
University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship 2025
Covers tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years for exceptional international undergraduates.
University of Waterloo Graduate Research Studentship 2025
Research studentships for graduate students at Waterloo. Covers tuition and provides competitive stipend.
Western University Graduate Scholarship 2025
Competitive scholarships for international graduate students at Western University. Awards cover tuition and living expenses.
How do I apply to these scholarships?
- Build a shortlist you qualify for. Check citizenship, level and GPA rules first — most rejections are eligibility errors, not merit.
- Prepare core documents once. Transcripts, a strong personal statement, two referees, and English-test scores (or waiver evidence) cover 80% of applications.
- Apply early and track deadlines. Flagship awards open 9–12 months before study begins.
ScholarMatch automates all three: AI eligibility matching against your actual profile, document tracking, and deadline reminders.
Browse more scholarship categories
- Scholarships for Nigerian Students 2026
- Scholarships in the United States 2026
- Scholarships in the United Kingdom 2026
- Scholarships in Germany 2026
- Masters Scholarships 2026
- Undergraduate Scholarships 2026
- PhD Scholarships & Funded Doctoral Positions 2026
← Back to the full scholarship directory
Frequently asked questions
Which Canadian scholarships accept international students?
Vanier CGS (PhD), Lester B. Pearson (undergraduate, U of T), UBC International Scholars, York and McGill entrance awards, and most universities' automatic entrance scholarships. Provincial graduate fellowships like OGS also admit international students at some universities.
Can a scholarship help with a Canadian study permit?
Yes — proof of funding is central to a study-permit application. A scholarship letter counts toward the financial-capacity requirement, which rose to over CAD $20,000/year of living costs in addition to tuition.