Investing in People Who Build a Greener Future

Green buildings are powered by the knowledge, creativity, and leadership of people. But it doesn’t stop at buildings. From clean energy to sustainable agriculture, waste reduction to green transportation, it’s people who design and deliver the solutions that shape a low-carbon future.

Scholarships are one way to fund that journey, going beyond what academic institutions typically offer. These programs help you turn your ideas into real impact, especially for part-time students, since most academic awards require full-time enrollment.

RBC Green Skills Scholarship

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

Scholarship awardees vary annually (17 in 2023, 40 in 2024, 200 in 2025).
Up to $5,000 per student ($2,500 Tuition, $2,500 Stipend).
Eligible to renew the scholarship for one (1) additional consecutive year.

Supports studies in: Buildings & Construction, Agriculture & Food Production, Transportation, Waste Management & Recycling and Renewable energy.

Eligibility

Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person (refugee claimants not eligible).
Age 25+, starting or returning to post-secondary studies and more.

Deadline
Varies annually – typically opens in spring. Apply here

The Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorology Awards

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, Eligibility and Deadline

The offer

Up to 80 scholarships awarded between 2024 and 2029, total value $648,000 Government of Canada
First 20 recipients (fall 2025) share $138,000 in awards; some scholarships may be renewed in following academic years

Supports studies in

Bachelor of Science programs in atmospheric science or meteorology at eligible Canadian universities (currently UBC, University of Manitoba, York, McGill, Université du Québec à Montréal, and Dalhousie)

Eligibility & preferences

Open to students enrolled (or entering) in eligible Bachelor’s programs in meteorology or atmospheric sciences

Apply here.

CFUW Fellowships and Awards

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 Offer, Eligibility and Deadline

The offers:

Dr. Alice E. Wilson Awards

Four awards of $5,000 each, awarded annually
Two awards for Master’s study
Two awards for Ph.D. study
Open to mature women returning to graduate study after an absence of at least three years
Tenable in Canada or abroad.

École Polytechnique Commemorative Award

Two awards, awarded annually
- $5,000 for Master’s study
- $7,000 for Ph.D. study
Open to women in any field of study
Applicants must demonstrate the relevance of their work to women
Award commemorates the fourteen women students murdered at École Polytechnique, Montreal (1989)
Tenable in Canada or abroad

Bourse Georgette Lemoyne

One award of $5,000, awarded annually
Application must be completed in French
Recipient must be studying in French
Open to women pursuing an advanced degree in any field
Tenable in Canada or abroad

Dr. Margaret McWilliams Pre-Doctoral Fellowship

One fellowship of $11,000, awarded annually
For women who have completed at least one calendar year in a full-time doctoral program
Applicant must be enrolled full-time at the time of application
Tenable in Canada or abroad

Canadian Home Economics Association (CHEA) Fellowship

One fellowship of $6,000, awarded annually
For women enrolled in a Canadian university
Open to Master’s or Doctoral studies in Human Ecology, including Family and Consumer Sciences

CFUW Memorial Fellowship

One fellowship of $8,000, awarded annually
For women enrolled in Master’s-level studies
Eligible fields include Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
Tenable in Canada or abroad
Canadian Home Economics Association (CHEA) Fellowship

Eligibility

Identify as a woman.
Are a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada; or have proof of status as a Protected Person from Immigration and Citizenship Canada (claimants are not eligible to apply).
Have enrolled or have been accepted to a full-time Master’s or Doctoral program, at an accredited university as of the application deadline, and as stipulated in the requirements for each award.
Are graduating in spring 2027 or later.
In the academic year 2026-2027, CFUW Charitable Trust will support fourteen (14) awards for graduate degree students. Awards are valued between $5,000-$11,000 for one year *.
Applicants may apply for up to two awards. The program is open to the first 225 submitted applications.

Deadline

January 14, 2026

Apply here

SWAAC Graduate Student Award of Merit

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 and Deadline

The offer

At least 4 awards of $4,000 each, awarded annually
Regional rotation of eligibility:
- 2025 – Quebec (4 awards)
- 2026 – Atlantic Provinces (4 awards)
- 2027 – Ontario (5 awards)
- 2028 – Western Provinces (4 awards)

Eligibility

Women registered in Master’s or PhD programs at Universities Canada member institutions within the designated region for that year
Nomination required by the Dean of Graduate Studies (or delegate) at the applicant’s institution

Apply here

Investing in People Who Build a Greener Future

RBC Green Skills Scholarship

The Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorology Awards

CFUW Fellowships and Awards

SWAAC Graduate Student Award of Merit

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