RIISQ Research Excellence Scholarships – 2026–2028 competition
Call for applications for the 6th scholarship program
The InterSectoral Flood Network of Québec (RIISQ) is launching its sixth scholarship program for the period of 2026-2028 with a call for applications for research excellence scholarships. This program 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 will prioritize 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, 12:00 PM (EST)
- Evaluation: February–March 2026
- Results: April 2026
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)
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.
Undergraduate Research Initiation Scholarship (BIR) Program - Fonds de recherche du Québec - Society and Culture sector
This scholarship competition aims to fund a supervised internship of one to two semesters in a university setting. for undergraduate students.
Deadline: February 15, 2026, or until funds are exhausted.