Green buildings are powered by the knowledge, creativity and leadership of people. But the work of building a sustainable future goes far beyond buildings. From clean energy and sustainable agriculture to waste reduction, green transportation and climate resilience, it is people who imagine, design and deliver the solutions that shape a low-carbon, resilient future.
Scholarships can help make your growth possible, providing opportunities to pursue education, develop new skills, explore ideas and connect with communities that can turn knowledge into meaningful impact.
Since 1983, the Foundation of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Scholarship Program has supported students in energy engineering, energy management, environmental engineering, and sustainability to make a meaningful difference in the world.
The offer
Multiple dedicated scholarship funds with varying award amounts:
Supports studies in: Energy engineering, energy management, environmental engineering
and sustainability.
Eligibility
Students pursuing studies in energy, environmental, and sustainability fields, with specific demographic or achievement criteria depending on the individual named scholarship (e.g., international female students, US female students, and high-achieving energy engineering applicants). All individual applicants must be nominated by a local AEE Chapter.
Deadline
Varies annually — check the AEE Foundation guidelines for current cycle dates and applications. Apply here
The National Fellowships & Awards Program of the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) is an affirmative action program restricted to women doing advanced graduate study & research in science, math, engineering, home economics, education, visual arts, music, humanities, & social sciences.
The offers:
Dr. Alice E. Wilson Awards
École Polytechnique Commemorative Award
Bourse Georgette Lemoyne
Dr. Margaret McWilliams Pre-Doctoral Fellowship
Canadian Home Economics Association (CHEA) Fellowship
CFUW Memorial Fellowship
Eligibility
Deadline
January 14, 2026
The RBC Green Skills Scholarship is a program for adult learners committed to developing solutions to pressing environmental challenges. Part of RBC Tech for Nature's $100M commitment to environmental innovation and climate leadership.
The RBC Green Skills Scholarship is a program for adult learners committed to developing solutions to pressing environmental challenges. Part of RBC Tech for Nature's $100M commitment to environmental innovation and climate leadership.
The Offer, Eligibility and Deadline
The offer
Supports studies in: Buildings & Construction, Agriculture & Food Production, Transportation, Waste Management & Recycling and Renewable energy.
Eligibility
Deadline
Varies annually – typically opens in spring. Apply here
The RBC Reimagine Scholarship provides 100 scholarships annually valued up to $5,000 each for individuals seeking upskilling or reskilling opportunities to grow in their current career or transition into a new field.
The offer
100 scholarships awarded annually, valued up to $5,000 each.
Supports upskilling or reskilling programs with a duration of at least 16 weeks and no longer than 3 years (part-time or full-time) at a recognized Canadian educational institution.
Supports studies in: Career transition, technical upskilling, and professional reskilling across various industries and workforce sectors.
Eligibility:
Deadline
Operates in cycles with a strict cap of the first 500 submitted applications per cycle: Cycle 1 (April 13 – June 4) and
Cycle 2 (August 31 – October 8). Apply here
Scholarship Partners Canada by Universities Canada is a leading Canadian service provider in scholarship management. Its educational expertise and proven methodologies provide customized scholarship design, implementation, and management.
The offer
Supports studies in: All academic disciplines, undergraduate and graduate degrees, and vocational or college programs across Canada.
Eligibility
Varies by specific scholarship program (frequently requires Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, demonstrated financial need, academic standing, or community leadership). Create a user profile and register to search and apply.
Deadline
Varies by individual program, most application windows open in the fall and close between winter and early spring. Register and apply here
Student Awards is your go-to comprehensive database for discovering and filtering thousands of Canadian scholarships, bursaries, grants, and awards
The offer
Supports studies in: All academic disciplines, grade levels, and specialized fields of study across Canada.
Eligibility
Deadline
Varies by listing — deadlines are updated continuously year-round. Search and apply here
An annual award recognizing women graduate students in Canada who demonstrate outstanding leadership within their university or community while maintaining exemplary academic achievement.
The offer
Eligibility
The ECCC Meteorologists Awards is a scholarship initiative run by Universities Canada, with funding from Environment and Climate Change Canada, supporting students entering meteorology and atmospheric science programs across Canada. It removes financial barriers and encourages new talent.
The offer
Supports studies in
Eligibility & preferences