Research Grants

The RCGS supports geographic research projects on Canadian topics through its research grants program.

The Research Grants Committee has funding opportunities for both students and the public: individual grants (up to $3,000) and group grants (up to $5,00). Deadline for application: February 28^th of each year.

The RCGS also awards Studentships in Human Geography and Northern Geography.

The Maxwell Studentship in Human Geography for Masters students ($5,000).
Deadline for applications: January 31 each year.
The Bourque Studentship in Northern Geography for PhD students ($5,000).
The RCGS Studentship in Northern Geography for Masters students ($5,000).

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