? Fully Funded Scholarships in Canada for International Students — 2026 Intake ??
Canada is welcoming international students with fully funded scholarship opportunities covering tuition, living expenses, stipends, and more. Below is a curated list of top scholarships you can apply for, with official application links where available.
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? Top Scholarships & Application Links
? 1. Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship — University of Toronto
Level: Undergraduate
Coverage: Full tuition, books, fees, and full residence support for 4 years
Deadline: Apply to U of T by October 17, 2025 and complete the nomination process by November 7, 2025.
How to Apply:
1. Get nominated by your school (schools apply to participate).
2. Apply for admission at U of T by the deadline.
3. Once nominated, you’ll receive a secure scholarship application link.
Official Details & Next Steps:
https://future.utoronto.ca/pearson/about/
? Note: The Pearson Scholarship application form is sent only after school nomination and admission application.
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? 2. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS)
Level: PhD / Doctoral
Value: CAD 50,000 per year for up to 3 years
Application: You must be nominated by a Canadian university where you plan to pursue your PhD.
Official Application Link & Info:
https://vanier.gc.ca/en/home-accueil.html
? Important: Applicants cannot apply directly — first secure nomination from your chosen university.
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? 3. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (e.g., at UBC)
Level: Undergraduate & Graduate (varies by institution)
Coverage: Tuition + living support + mentorship
Application: Apply through the partner university and program that hosts the Mastercard Foundation Scholars.
Example (UBC Mastercard Scholars):
Apply / More Info: https://mcfscholars.ubc.ca/graduate-admissions/graduate-admissions-2/
? *Each partner institution manages its own application process for this program.*
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? 4. UBC International Leader of Tomorrow / International Scholars Program
Level: Undergraduate
Coverage: Full tuition + living expenses (need-based)
Apply: Through the UBC International Scholars Program when you apply for admission.
Program Info: https://undergraduatescholarships.ubc.ca/prog/2026_international_scholars_program_application/
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? Other Canadian Scholarship Opportunities
You can also explore these fully funded or high-value opportunities (application pages vary):
Scholarship Level Apply Link
McCall MacBain Scholarship — McGill University Master’s/PhD (check McGill official site)
University of Calgary International Awards Undergraduate/Graduate (via Calgary scholarships page)
York University International Scholarships Undergraduate (via York University scholarships page)
University of Manitoba Scholarships Undergraduate/Graduate
https://brightscholarship.com/u-of-manitoba-scholarships-for-international-students-2025-26/
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? How to Apply — Quick Steps
1. Choose your scholarship and eligibility requirements. (Different awards have different criteria.)
2. Apply for university admission first (if required) before or alongside scholarship applications.
3. Follow official application instructions and avoid third-party agents or fee requests.
4. Prepare documents: In most cases: transcripts, English test scores, references, personal essay, research proposal (for grad).
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