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Scholarships of excellence
Support for international vocational students in Quebec
Last Update: May 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 14,000 - $ 26,600
Timeline
- Open Date : June 18, 2025
- Closing date : July 30, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Bourses d’excellence program supports international students pursuing vocational training in Quebec. It provides scholarships, tuition exemptions, and medical coverage for eligible full-time studies starting from August 2026.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 26,600 $
- Minimum amount : 14,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : June 18, 2025
- Closing date : July 30, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Full-time vocational training in Quebec.
- Programs leading to a DEP, ASP, or double DEP.
- Training starting from August 2026.
Documents Needed
- Passport identification page and birth certificate.
- Application form.
- School diplomas and transcripts.
- Proof of language proficiency or TFL payment.
- Two recommendation forms and up to two awards or distinctions.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- International students.
- Students seeking vocational training in Quebec.
- Applicants from prioritized countries and regions.
Who is not eligible
- Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
- Applicants from France, including overseas territories.
- Students already outside the eligible age or study profile.
Eligible expenses
- Living expenses for the duration of studies.
- Tuition exemption for international students.
- Medical coverage through RAMQ.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Immigration application costs.
- Round-trip travel to Canada.
- Private medical insurance before RAMQ coverage starts.
- Training-related materials and uniforms.
- Other costs linked to the stay in Quebec.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
- Prioritized regions: Bas-Saint-Laurent, Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Mauricie, Estrie, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Centre-du-Québec
Selection criteria
- Motivation and interests: 30%
- Academic background: 30%
- Recommendations: 15%
- Overall application quality: 20%
- Awards and distinctions: 5%
How to apply
- Step 1: Check eligibility
- Review the admission rules.
- Confirm you meet the age, nationality, language, and study conditions.
- Step 2: Create your application
- Register on the contest platform.
- Complete your profile and choose one training and one center.
- Step 3: Upload supporting documents
- Attach identity, school, language, reference, and award documents.
- Complete all required sections before submission.
- Step 4: Submit and wait for review
- Send the completed application online.
- Wait for email updates on shortlisting and final selection.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by the chosen school.
- Eligible files are then reviewed by an external selection committee.
- Candidates are ranked on merit and awards depend on the available budget.
- Applicants are notified by email of shortlist and final results.
- Recipients are later supported to prepare their arrival in Quebec.
Additional information
- The contest is free to enter.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply independently.
- Only one application per student is accepted.
- Applications with false statements or incomplete files are rejected.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Scholarships of excellence Program
What is the Scholarships of excellence?
The Bourses d’excellence program supports international students pursuing vocational training in Quebec. It provides scholarships, tuition exemptions, and medical coverage for eligible full-time studies starting from August 2026.
How much funding can be received?
Scholarships of excellence Funds up to $26,600 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was July 30, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Scholarships of excellence program?
To be eligible for the Scholarships of excellence program, you must:
International student, age 18+
Full-time vocational studies in Quebec
Meets language and admission requirements
What expenses are eligible under Scholarships of excellence?
Full-time vocational training in Quebec.
Programs leading to a DEP, ASP, or double DEP.
Training starting from August 2026.
Who can I contact for more information about the Scholarships of excellence?
You can contact Quebec Trades of the Future by email at bourses@education-internationale.com or by phone at +1 418 266-0772.
Where is the Scholarships of excellence available?
The Scholarships of excellence program is available the province of Quebec.