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Les McAfee Memorial Award
Support for 2SLGBTQIA+ related student research
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,900
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This annual award provides approximately $2,900 to support University of Manitoba students. It recognizes research related to 2SLGBTQIA+ people or policy and human rights issues affecting them.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,900 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research on 2SLGBTQIA+ people, including their community, values, achievements, art, and sports.
- Research on policy and human rights issues affecting 2SLGBTQIA+ people.
Documents Needed
- Curriculum vitae
- Current transcript
- Research proposal
- Letter of recommendation from the department head or designate
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Full-time undergraduate students at the University of Manitoba.
- Full-time graduate students at the University of Manitoba.
Who is not eligible
- Part-time students.
- Students not enrolled at the University of Manitoba.
Eligible geographic areas
- University of Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed based on academic standing, research relevance, and a recommendation letter.
- Preference may be given to research that has been published or accepted for publication.
- Selection is made without discrimination.
Additional information
- Annual award valued at approximately $2,900.
- Selection is made without discrimination.
- Preference is given to research already published or accepted for publication.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Les McAfee Memorial Award Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Les McAfee Memorial Award. 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 Les McAfee Memorial Award?
This annual award provides approximately $2,900 to support University of Manitoba students. It recognizes research related to 2SLGBTQIA+ people or policy and human rights issues affecting them.
How much funding can be received?
Les McAfee Memorial Award Funds up to $2,900 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Les McAfee Memorial Award program?
To be eligible for the Les McAfee Memorial Award program, you must:
Full-time University of Manitoba student
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Research on 2SLGBTQIA+ issues
What expenses are eligible under Les McAfee Memorial Award?
Research on 2SLGBTQIA+ people, including their community, values, achievements, art, and sports.
Research on policy and human rights issues affecting 2SLGBTQIA+ people.
Who can I contact for more information about the Les McAfee Memorial Award?
You can contact Lambda Scholarship Foundation Canada by email at awards@umanitoba.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Les McAfee Memorial Award available?
The Les McAfee Memorial Award program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Les McAfee Memorial Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Les McAfee Memorial Award is a Grant and Funding