Personnel Awards for Indigenous Scholars
This grant supports Indigenous master's and doctoral students in Canada with stipends to advance research and leadership in heart and brain health.
Funder: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027: Registration deadline on CIRCUlink (projected) | February 2027: Full application deadline on CIRCUlink (projected)
Funding Amounts: Multi-year salary stipend for Indigenous master's and doctoral students; award amount and duration to be specified in official guidelines.
Summary: Supports Indigenous master's and doctoral students in Canada with salary stipends to pursue research in heart or brain health, fostering academic excellence and mentorship.
Key Information: Registration closes three hours before the full application deadline; applications must be submitted via CIRCUlink.
Description
The Personnel Awards for Indigenous Scholars, offered by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada in partnership with Brain Canada, are designed to increase the representation of Indigenous researchers in Canadian heart and brain health research. These awards provide multi-year salary stipends to outstanding Indigenous students enrolled in master’s or doctoral programs, enabling them to focus on their studies and research while engaging with mentors. The goal is to remove financial barriers, foster academic and research excellence, and support the training and development of future Indigenous leaders in cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health research.
