
Canada continues to be one of the most popular destinations for international students—and not just for its quality education, but also for the abundance of scholarships available.
Whether you’re pursuing an undergraduate, master’s, or PhD program, here are 10 amazing scholarships you should apply for in 2025 to help fund your education in Canada.
1. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
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Level: PhD
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Value: $50,000 per year for 3 years
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Deadline: November 2025
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Fields: Health, natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, humanities
2. University of Toronto – Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship
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Level: Undergraduate
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Value: Full tuition, books, residence
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Eligibility: Outstanding international students
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Deadline: January 2025
3. UBC International Leader of Tomorrow (ILOT) Award
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Level: Undergraduate
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Value: Tuition + living expenses
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Criteria: Academic merit + financial need
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Location: University of British Columbia
4. Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program
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Level: Master’s, PhD
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Eligibility: Students from Commonwealth countries
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Coverage: Tuition, airfare, living allowance
5. York University Global Leader of Tomorrow Scholarships
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Level: Undergraduate
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Value: $20,000/year (renewable for 4 years)
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Eligibility: Academic excellence + leadership
6. University of Waterloo International Master’s & Doctoral Awards
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Level: Master’s & PhD
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Value: $2,045–$4,090/term
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Field: STEM, business, humanities
7. Trudeau Foundation Scholarships
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Level: PhD
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Value: Up to $60,000/year for 3 years
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Field: Social sciences and humanities
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Extras: Leadership training, community impact funding
8. Humber International Entrance Scholarships
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Level: Undergraduate
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Value: $1,000–$5,000
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Renewable: Based on academic performance
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Location: Humber College, Toronto
9. Carleton University Prestige Scholarships
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Level: Undergraduate
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Value: Full tuition
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Requirement: 90%+ high school average
10. Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships
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Level: Postdoctoral
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Value: $70,000/year (2 years)
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Fields: Health, science, engineering, social sciences
How to Increase Your Chances
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Apply early and double-check deadlines
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Focus on strong academics and leadership
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Write a compelling personal statement
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Provide references from professors or mentors
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Don’t forget to check for university-specific scholarships