Closed
Source verified July 23, 2026
Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC
Support for active MEC residents
Offered by
Get notified when this grant opens
Latest source updateLast Update: August 16, 2026Latest change: The MEC scholarship page now requires a Budget document to be attached to the application.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 16, 2026
Latest change: The MEC scholarship page now requires a Budget document to be attached to the application.
MEC application adds budget document
The MEC scholarship application materials now include a new Budget document that must be attached to the application. This is an application-process change affecting the required documents for the MEC scholarship page. The scholarship amount and applicant scope shown on the page were not changed in the updated content provided.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Overview
The Bourse d’implication étudiante supports 4 MEC residents who contribute fully to community life at the Maison. Selected recipients receive a bursary equal to one month’s rent for a standard room and must help organize activities, attend team meetings, and complete PAIRS aidants training.
Receipt of requests is now closed
Get notified about updates to this grant.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Motivation letter
- CV
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- MEC residents.
- Students enrolled in higher education in Île-de-France.
Who is not eligible
- Short-stay residents.
- Residents’ committee members.
- Recipients of the MEC graduate scholarship.
Selection criteria
- Leadership potential.
- Teamwork skills.
- Communication skills, confidence, and open-mindedness.
- Discretion, professionalism, and a willingness to contribute actively to MEC life.
- Attention to gender representation where possible.
- Availability for PAIRS aidants training.
How to apply
- Send the documents electronically before 30/09/2025 using the application link.
Processing and Agreement
- Selection takes place through an interview with the House Director.
- At the end of the year, recipients must submit a brief report on their experience and contribution to the MEC.
- Recipients must attend 6 to 8 team meetings of about 60 minutes from September to June.
- Recipients must complete the PAIRS aidants training.
Additional information
- Recipients also receive an official certificate from the Ambassador of Canada in France.
Availability timeline
2026
grant_availability|periodsCount
Frequently Asked Questions about the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC Program
What is the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC?
The Bourse d’implication étudiante supports 4 MEC residents who contribute fully to community life at the Maison. Selected recipients receive a bursary equal to one month’s rent for a standard room and must help organize activities, attend team meetings, and complete PAIRS aidants training.
Who is eligible for the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC program?
To be eligible for the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC program, you must:
Be a current MEC resident.
Be enrolled in higher education in Île-de-France and show that a research stay in Paris is necessary for a 2nd- or 3rd-cycle degree.
Not hold the MEC graduate scholarship, and not be a short-stay resident or a residents’ committee member.
Who can I contact for more information about the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC?
You can contact Maison des étudiants canadiens (MEC).
Where is the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC available?
The Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC program is available across Canada.
Is the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC?
Student Involvement Scholarship - MEC is funded by Maison des étudiants canadiens (MEC)