RIISQ Research Excellence Scholarships – 2026–2028 competition

The sixth scholarship program of the InterSectoral Flood Network of Québec (RIISQ) aims to support intersectoral training and research in preparedness, adaptation, management and response to systemic risks related to the combination or accumulation of hydrometeorological hazards in Québec.

This competition prioritizes research projects that explore collaborative and deliberative governance approaches that cross environments, disciplines and sectors, thus breaking down silos and reducing fragmentation, to increase resilience to floods and climate-related risks in the current economic and geopolitical context.

Six scholarships will be offered:

  • 2 Master’s scholarships of $25,000/year for up to 2 years (total $50,000 per person);
  • 4 PhD scholarships of $35,000/year of 2 years (total $70,000 per person). A third year may be added if funds allow.

The scholarship period must fall between May 1, 2026 to April 30, 2028, or September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2028.

Important dates:

  • Launch: November 26, 2025
  • Submission deadline: January 26, 2026
  • Evaluation: February–March 2026
  • Results: April 2026

Find out more about the Call for submissions

Internship opportunity - Hydrological and hydraulic modeling of nature-based solutions (NBS) scenarios for flood risk mitigation (remote or on-site)

Internship organized by Innov in collaboration with Dr. Anne-Marie Laroche, Université de Moncton, Moncton Campus (UMCM)

In the context of climate change and the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme floods, municipalities are seeking to implement more resilient, integrated, and sustainable adaptation strategies. Nature-based solutions (NBS) offer significant potential for reducing flood risks while promoting biodiversity and water quality.

This internship is part of an ongoing applied research project aimed at modeling the impact of SFN scenarios on the hydrology and hydraulics of a watershed in northwestern New Brunswick, under current and future climate conditions, in order to inform land-use planning at the municipal and watershed levels.

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Recruitment of a doctoral student for a project on hail projection in Canada during the 21st century from a property insurance perspective

The ESCER Centre (Study and Simulation of Climate at Regional Scale) at the University of Quebec at Montreal (UQAM) is recruiting a doctoral student to join its team for a project funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC). The objective of this project is to project the occurrence and intensity of hail in Canada using simulations performed by the Canadian Regional Climate Model (CRCM6/GEM5).

Work location and program of study: ESCER Centre and PhD in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Quebec at Montreal, Montreal, Canada.

Start date and duration: Beginning in September 2026 or January 2027. Duration: 3.5 years.

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Environment and Climate Change Canada - Meteorology Awards

The Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorology Awards aim to increase awareness of the atmospheric sciences and meteorology professions among Canadian students currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program at Canadian post-secondary institutions offering degrees in Atmospheric Sciences and/or Meteorology.

6 scholarships, each valued at $10,000 CAD, are available to students enrolling in a Meteorology Certificate/Diploma program at one of the designated institutions:

  • University of British Columbia (UBC): Diploma in Meteorology
  • York University: Certificate of Meteorology
  • McGill University: Diploma in Meteorology
  • Dalhousie University: Diploma in Meteorology
  • Université du Québec à Montréal : Diplôme d’études supérieures spécialisées en météorologie

8 scholarships, each valued at $5,000 CAD, are available to students currently enrolled in an Atmospheric Sciences degree program. Recipients of this award may reapply for a maximum of one additional year, provided they remain registered in an Atmospheric Sciences degree program or Meteorology Certificate/Diploma program at one of the designated institutions:

  • University of Manitoba: BSc in Physical Geography with a concentration in Atmosphere & Hydrological Sciences
  • University of British Columbia (UBC): BSc Major or Honours in Atmospheric Science
  • York University: Honours BSc in Earth and Atmospheric Science, concurrent with a Certificate of Meteorology
  • McGill University: BSc in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
  • Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM): Baccalauréat en sciences de la Terre et de l’atmosphère with a concentration in sciences de l’atmosphère (Météo et climat)

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Thèsez-vous Scholarships for RIISQ Student Members

Are you a student member of the RIISQ and interested in participating in the Thèsez-vous? program? From November 27, 2025, to November 26, 2026, you may be eligible for:

  • One $335 scholarship applicable to all writing retreats.
  • One $68.50 scholarship applicable to all in-person and online activities (for example, 11 writing blocks)
  • Scholarships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis while funds last. To obtain the codes, please write to info@riisq.ca.