The BC NEIHR Doctoral Scholarship Renewal Program supports Indigenous doctoral students at BC institutions to advance research and community engagement, funded by UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, projected) | March 2027 (extended deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $35,000 for one year (doctoral scholarship renewal); non-renewable beyond the renewal year
Summary: Annual renewal funding for Indigenous doctoral students in BC who currently hold a BC NEIHR scholarship, supporting research capacity and community engagement.
Key Information: Only current BC NEIHR doctoral scholarship holders are eligible for renewal; not open to new applicants.
The BC NEIHR Doctoral Scholarship Renewal Program provides annual renewal funding to Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) doctoral students enrolled at British Columbia institutions who are current recipients of a BC NEIHR doctoral scholarship. The initiative aims to strengthen Indigenous research capacity by supporting scholars who demonstrate excellence in graduate research, a commitment to advancing Indigenous wellness, and active engagement with Indigenous communities or organizations. Funding is intended to help recipients balance academic, financial, family, community, and cultural responsibilities as they continue their doctoral studies.