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Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030
International education and training partnerships
Last Update: May 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 80,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
BCDI 2030 provides up to CAD 80 million over eight years to support education and training opportunities in partner countries. The program funds scholarship and capacity-building projects in Canada and in partner countries, with a focus on higher education, technical training, and related priority areas.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Scholarships for studies in Canada.
- Customized training and capacity-building activities.
- Institutional partnerships in higher education.
- Research stays and mobility placements.
Documents Needed
- Completed concept note, validated
- Organization attestation
- Letter of incorporation or proof of legal status
- Two recent financial statements
- Local Partner(s) information form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian higher education institutions
- Partner higher education institutions in eligible countries
- Consortia of Canadian higher education institutions
Who is not eligible
- Individuals applying directly
- Organizations that are not legally incorporated in Canada
- Organizations that are not registered in Partners@International
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Eligible countries in Francophonie and Commonwealth member states, including other Small Island Developing States and selected countries
- Sub-Saharan Africa
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility.
- Eligible concept notes are reviewed and ranked by an international selection committee.
- Only a limited number of organizations are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Final funding decisions are made after assessment of the full application package and due diligence.
- Applicants are notified of the decision after review.
Additional information
- Individuals cannot apply directly.
- Projects are delivered through partnerships between Canadian and partner higher education institutions.
- Selected institutions launch their own scholarship calls and select recipients.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030?
BCDI 2030 provides up to CAD 80 million over eight years to support education and training opportunities in partner countries. The program funds scholarship and capacity-building projects in Canada and in partner countries, with a focus on higher education, technical training, and related priority areas.
How much funding can be received?
Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 Funds up to $80,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 program?
To be eligible for the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 program, you must:
Canadian HEI partnership required
Registered in Partners@International
Required documents submitted
What expenses are eligible under Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030?
Scholarships for studies in Canada.
Customized training and capacity-building activities.
Institutional partnerships in higher education.
Research stays and mobility placements.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030?
You can contact Universities Canada by email at info@bcdi2030.ca.
Where is the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 available?
The Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 program is available across Canada.
Is the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 is a Partnering and Collaboration