BC NEIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
The BC NEIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship funds Indigenous postdocs in BC to conduct research in partnership with Indigenous communities, focusing on advancing Indigenous wellness and capacity building.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline, projected) | March 2027 (Full application deadline, projected) | March 2027 (Extended application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $70,000 CAD for one year (non-renewable); typically 2–3 fellowships awarded per cycle
Summary: Supports Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) postdoctoral fellows conducting research at BC institutions, with emphasis on research partnerships with Indigenous communities.
Key Information: For Indigenous postdocs only; biennial competition; extensive eligibility and application requirements.
Description
The BC NEIHR Postdoctoral Fellowship Program provides substantial support to Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit) postdoctoral fellows who wish to conduct research at a British Columbia (BC) host institution. The program aims to develop research skills, alleviate financial and cultural burdens, and promote Indigenous-led research that benefits communities. Fellows are expected to partner with Indigenous communities, collectives, or organizations (ICCOs), and are encouraged to pursue projects that advance Indigenous wellness and capacity building in BC. Typically, 2–3 fellowships are awarded per biennial cycle, with recipients participating in community gatherings and knowledge-sharing events.
