2023 Government of Canada Banting International Fellowship Program

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social, and research-based growth. This program aims to attract and retain top-tier postdoctoral talent, both nationally and internationally, develop their leadership potential, and position them for success as research leaders of tomorrow.

Application Deadline: September 20, 2023

Type: Fellowship

Eligible Countries: International

Award Value: Up to $70,000 with additional funds provided for travel/research.

Number of Awards: 70

Duration: 2 years

Eligibility:

• Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada and foreign citizens are eligible to apply, provided they meet the following conditions:
  • Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada may only hold their Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at a Canadian institution.
  • Applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and who obtained their PhD, PhD-equivalent or health professional degree from a foreign university may only hold their Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at a Canadian institution.
  • Applicants who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada and who obtained their PhD, PhD-equivalent or health professional degree from a Canadian university may hold their Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship at either a Canadian institution or an institution outside of Canada.
• Applicants to the 2023-24 Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program must fulfill or have fulfilled all degree requirements for a PhD, PhD-equivalent or health professional degree:
  • between September 15, 2020 and September 30, 2024 (inclusively), and
  • before the start date of their award.
• Applicants who have not fulfilled all requirements for their degree at the time of application must submit proof no later than October 15, 2024.
• For applicants who have completed more than one PhD, PhD-equivalent or health professional degree, the eligibility window applies to the most recent of these degrees.