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De Chastelain Scholarship in Canada

The Ireland Canada University Foundation (ICUF) proudly announces the launch of the De Chastelain Scholarship Programme, starting in 2026. This innovative scholarship, jointly funded by the Irish and Canadian governments, aims to support postdoctoral researchers and academics engaged in research that promotes peace, reconciliation, and sustainability between the two countries. The programme will fund up to 28 scholars over its course, fostering academic collaboration and contributing to the shared goals of peace and societal hope.

Eligibility for the scholarship programme requires applicants to be postdoctoral researchers or established academics who hold a PhD and are ordinarily and lawfully resident in either Canada or the island of Ireland for at least three consecutive years before applying. Applicants must have a formal affiliation with a recognized university, publicly funded research center, or equivalent non-profit research institution in Canada or Ireland at the time of application.

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The Ireland Canada University Foundation (ICUF) is a charitable academic organisation that strengthens links between Ireland and Canada through scholarships and scholarly exchange. It supports research, teaching, and cultural initiatives that build academic connections, deepen mutual understanding, promote the Irish language, and contribute to a more inclusive and sustainable society in both countries.

Application Deadline: 5th February 2026

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: Ireland Canada University Foundation (ICUF)
  • Department: NA
  • Course Level: Postdoctoral research or academic exchange
  • Award: CAD $3,000 / €1,875 for travel costs; CAD $2,250 / €1,400 per week for living expenses
  • Access Mode: Online (via Award Force platform)
  • Number of Awards: NA
  • Nationality: Canadian and Irish residents
  • The award can be taken in the: Canada or the island of Ireland

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Canada and the island of Ireland
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship supports research in any academic field relevant to the programme’s aims of peace, reconciliation, and sustainability.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be ordinarily and lawfully resident in Canada or the island of Ireland at the time of application.

  • Have been resident in the eligible region for at least three consecutive years before the application deadline.

  • Hold a PhD.

  • Be affiliated with a recognized university, publicly funded research centre, or equivalent non-profit research institution in Canada or Ireland.

  • Demonstrate how their proposed research aligns with the De Chastelain Programme’s goals and themes (Pathways to Peace or Grounds for Hope).

  • Not have received an ICUF scholarship or fellowship in the past five years (2021 or later).

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Award Force platform. Applicants must first register an account before beginning their application. Required documents include:

  • A 3-page academic CV (PDF format).

  • A host partner statement on institutional letterhead (PDF format).

All materials must be completed in English and submitted by Thursday, 5th February 2026 (2300 hrs GMT / 1800 hrs EST). Queries should be directed by email to [email protected], after consulting the FAQ section on the official website.

To register and begin the application process through Award Force, please click HERE.  Link will be live when scholarship programme is launched shortly.  If you wish to be kept updated with the launch of this scholarship programme, you may sign up for notifications here or follow us on X or LinkedIn.

Benefits

  • CAD $3,000 / €1,875 towards transport and travel expenses, including international flights, airport transfers, and local transport.

  • CAD $2,250 / €1,400 per week to cover accommodation, meals, meetings, and incidental costs.

  • Funding is disbursed in three stages: before travel, at the start of the research visit, and upon completion of programme requirements.

  • Scholars will contribute a final report and photographs highlighting their research outcomes, which may be published on the ICUF website.

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