The Ages Foundation Research Fellowship & Bursaries program will allow students to study in a relatively undisturbed, yet highly accessible site in Waterloo Region. Applications that utilize multiple knowledge systems and diverse methodologies will be prioritized. The monetary awards will help ensure successful candidates have the necessary resources to conduct and report on their research at rare.
We support diverse, inclusive and equitable practices and approaches to environmental issues as we work toward meaningful reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples (self-identified and status First Nations, Métis & Inuit) of Turtle Island. We encourage applications from Indigenous students utilizing Indigenous and/or Western knowledge systems and methodologies.
We recognize that historical and present-day barriers exist that disadvantage Black, Indigenous and other People of Colour (BIPOC) pursuing higher education. To support BIPOC graduate students making environmental contributions through science, art and diverse inquiry, the Ages Foundation Fellowship includes a designated BIPOC award.
University of Regina Information
Established in 1911, University of Regina is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Regina (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Saskatchewan. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Saskatchewan, University of Regina (U of R) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Regina (U of R) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 108 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Canadian higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
$15,000 awarded annually, Top two prizes $5,000 and up to five bursaries of $1,000 or more
Application Process
- Applications can be submitted until midnight on Friday, May 30, 2025.
- New projects must submit a complete Research and Land Use Application accompanied by Appendix One. Ongoing or continuing projects at rare that have already submitted a Research and Land Use Application need only complete and submit Appendix One to be considered.
- Students will be required to provide a final report to rare one year after receiving the scholarship, which includes a list of any presentations or publications of the work to date.
- The successful applicant will be notified on or before August 30, 2025. The bulk of the prize will be awarded shortly thereafter while the small remainder (up to 25% of the prize, depending on the quantity received) will be awarded by June 2026, upon successful completion of the requirements of the scholarship (including the final report and conference presentation).
- The recipient will retain all intellectual property rights.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: please submit your application at least four weeks before your anticipated start date. This may mean submitting your application prior to the deadline to ensure your project can start on time.
Submit Application To
Program Scientist – Research Priorities, Partnerships & Monitoring rare Charitable Research Reserve
Email:
For more details, visit University of Regina Ages Foundation Fellowship & Bursaries webpage