2010 Canada Research programmes-funded by Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT)
Understanding Canada – Canadian Studies, Canada Asia-Pacific Awards
Scholarship Name:Canada Asia-Pacific Awards
Introduction:
The ICCS acts as the administrative agent for several programs established by the International Education and Youth Division (PCE) of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT), or under its responsibility.
The first DFAIT programs in support of Canadian Studies were established over 25 years ago. Since 1987, a number of them are under the administrative responsibility of the ICCS, following renewed contractual and contribution agreements with the International Education and Youth Division of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT).
As of April 1st, 2008, the structure of the successful Canadian Studies program has changed to become “Understanding Canada”. The changes are made in the context of the Government’s Advantage Canada agenda and in tandem with DFAIT’s more strategic approach to Public Diplomacy. “Understanding Canada” will be more relevant to government and departmental priorities while continuing to respect academic freedom. Moreover, it will take into account changes in post-secondary education in Canada and abroad and a growing emphasis on comparative studies and research.
The general objective of the Programs in support of Understanding Canada – Canadian Studies is to develop a better knowledge and understanding of Canada among foreign leadership groups by providing support for the development of teaching, research and publication about Canada abroad.
In the case of programs designed for individuals, the purpose of the awards is to assist selected academics and graduate students to undertake studies relating to Canada by contributing towards return international airfare and a weekly/monthly allowance during the study visit in Canada.
Eligibility:
Awards will be available to scholars and researchers from all countries of the Asia-Pacific Region.
Applications are to be submitted by the designated principal researcher, with the official endorsement of his/her institution.
Applicants must:
- be full-time members of the academic staff of a recognized institution of higher education or equivalent degree-granting institution in the Asia-Pacific Region, or scholars at research and policy planning institutes who undertake significant Canadian bilateral and/or multilateral relations research projects;
- hold a degree equivalent to a Master’s or better;
- have a working knowledge of either English or French.
In addition, while not mandatory, applicants should provide evidence of their interest in or involvement with Canada prior to the application. This may be demonstrated by courses they have already given, research they have undertaken, extra-mural activities, or membership in an Association for Canadian Studies in their region or country. Preference may also be given to projects that will involve more than one country.
How to Apply:
With the official endorsement of his/her institution, and having constituted a research team, the designated principal researcher should submit an application to the local Canadian Mission in his/her home country, by the November 24 deadline. An application dossier, in either English or French, will consist of a completed application form and other documents as indicated therein.
Application forms can be obtained by printing or downloading the forms from the following links:
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca/pages/z_pdfs/form-CAPA_en.pdf
& http://www.iccs-ciec.ca/pages/z_pdfs/form-CAPA_en.doc
Important Dates:
Deadline 24th Nov every year
Source:
http://www.iccs-ciec.ca/CAPA_en.asp?shownav=4#Addresses
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