Pursuit Awards
The Pursuit Awards by UBC recognize exceptional PhD research in childhood disability, highlighting scientific impact and offering recognition at the Bloorview Research Institute Symposium.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates: September 11, 2026
Funding Amounts: 1st: $3,000 CAD | 2nd: $2,000 CAD | 3rd: $1,000 CAD; finalists may be considered for a postdoctoral fellowship
Summary: Recognizes exceptional global PhD research in childhood disability, with awards and potential postdoctoral fellowship at Bloorview Research Institute.
Key Information: Submit application as one PDF to BRISymposium@hollandbloorview.ca by the deadline.
Description
The Pursuit Awards celebrate outstanding PhD students and recent graduates worldwide whose research is focused on childhood (pediatric) disability. The program recognizes academic excellence, research impact, methodological rigor, and contributions to the field. Finalists receive monetary awards and may be considered for a prestigious postdoctoral fellowship at the Bloorview Research Institute. The awards are presented at the annual Bloorview Research Institute Symposium.
