Arthur B. McDonald Fellowships
Arctic and Northern Regions
Environment, Energy and Natural Resources
Information and Communication Technology
Oceans, Fisheries and Aquaculture
Well-being, Health and Biomedical Discovery
Deadlines
Academic Unit: Inquire with unit
Memorial Deadline: Saturday 15th, August 2026
External Deadline: Tuesday 15th, December 2026
Description
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Manager, Awards and Honours, for information on this program.
Arthur B. McDonald Fellowships recognize early-stage academic researchers in the natural sciences and engineering, and support them in enhancing their research capacity so that they can become leaders in their field and inspire others. NSERC awards up to six McDonald Fellowships each year.
Each fellowship includes a research grant of up to $250,000 and salary support of up to $180,000.
See here for more information.
December 14 before 8:00 pm (ET). If the deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, NSERC must receive your application before 8:00 pm (ET) the following working day.