Graduate research

The Ages Foundation Research
Fellowship & Bursaries

The Ages Foundation Research Fellowship and Bursaries program supports students pursuing higher education by providing financial assistance for research projects conducted at rare. Priority is given to applications employing diverse methodologies and knowledge systems, with a focus on environmental studies (often chosen in conjunction with the Research staff) and/or a site map.
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on the 2025 Scholarship Program

2025 Scholarship and Bursaries Applications Now Open!

We support diverse, inclusive and equitable practices and approaches to environmental issues as we work toward meaningful reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples (self-identified and status First Nations, Métis & Inuit) of Turtle Island. We encourage applications from Indigenous students utilizing Indigenous and/or Western knowledge systems and methodologies.

We recognize that historical and present-day barriers exist that disadvantage Black, Indigenous, and other People of Colour (BIPOC) pursuing higher education. To support BIPOC graduate students making environmental contributions through science, art, and diverse inquiry, the Ages Foundation Fellowship includes a designated BIPOC award.

$15,000 will be distributed annually through this application process and awards will be given out in the following amounts: one (1) $5,000 award, one (1) $5,000 BIPOC award, and up to five (5) $1,000+ bursaries depending on the total number of outstanding applications received.  

Eligibility Requirements
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Completion of a rare research application is required for all individuals interested in conducting research or monitoring on property owned by the rare Charitable Research Reserve. Please submit your research proposal to the Conservation Scientist at least four weeks in advance of the anticipated start date to allow sufficient time for review by our advisory teams.

All specimens, artifacts and information collected remain the property of the rare Charitable Research Reserve.


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