SEED-2 Scholarship 2026 in Canada | Fully Funded

The SEED-2 Scholarship 2026 in Canada offers a fully funded opportunity for students from ASEAN member states, Pacific Island countries, and Mongolia to conduct short-term study or research at Canadian post-secondary institutions. This program, part of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, aims to support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by enabling academic mobility and fostering people-to-people ties.

The Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development – Phase 2 (SEED-2) program is administered by Global Affairs Canada. It facilitates institutional collaborations, requiring Canadian institutions to apply on behalf of eligible candidates, and focuses on areas contributing to sustainable development and poverty reduction.

SEED-2 Scholarship Benefits

• $10,200 for four months (college/undergraduate or graduate)
• $15,900 for eight months (college/undergraduate)
• $12,700 for five to six months (graduate)
• Covers visa/study permit fees, airfare, health insurance, living expenses, ground transportation, books and supplies
• Tuition fees waived by Canadian institutions
• $500 administrative fee to Canadian institution per recipient

SEED-2 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

• Citizens of eligible ASEAN Member States, Pacific Island Countries, or Mongolia
• Enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in an eligible country
• Paying tuition fees to that institution at time of application and for full exchange duration
• Not hold or have pending application for Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
• Not already participating in a Government of Canada-funded scholarship
• Not already enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary program
• Not have previously received a SEED scholarship

Documents Required

• Online Application Form
• A scanned copy of the passport or National ID
• Scanned copies of academic transcripts.
• Research proposal (if applicable)
• Evidence of enrollment at the home University
• A certificate of competency in either French or English, if necessary
• Invitation letter from the host institution in Canada
• Application materials for a study permit or visa
• Updated Curriculum vitae (CV) or Resume
• Personal Statement
• Recommendation letter

List of Available Study Fields

• Environmental Science
• Engineering
• Social Sciences
• Business and Economics
• Public Health
• Agriculture
• Renewable Energy
• Information Technology
• International Relations

Participating Canadian Universities

Scholars will have the chance to study at a variety of top Canadian schools, including but not limited to:

• University of Toronto
• McGill University
• University of British Columbia
• University of Alberta
• University of Waterloo
• Dalhousie University
• Simon Fraser University

How to Apply for SEED-2 Scholarship

1. Canadian post-secondary institutions must apply on behalf of candidates by the deadline
2. Institution program coordinator must sign in or create an account via Global Affairs Canada Single Sign-On
3. Register institution on My EduCanada, selecting ‘Institution’ account type
4. Select SEED-2 program and click ‘Apply’
5. Complete online application form, validating and saving progress
6. Upload all required supporting documents (each <5 MB)
7. Review application for accuracy and completeness
8. Accept declaration and submit; receive confirmation and reference number
9. Print or download form for records
10. Email ranking of applications to [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the SEED-2 Scholarship 2026 in Canada. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply, based on the official program information.