Terms of reference: To attract and retain world-class doctoral students who demonstrate leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in doctoral studies at Canadian universities.

Canada's three federal granting agencies (Canadian Institutes of Health Research [CIHR], Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council [NSERC] and Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council [SSHRC]) will provide a nomination quota to each Canadian university.

Canadian, permanent residents and international students are eligible for consideration. (For most common questions about this award, see the Vanier FAQ.)

Candidates must be nominated for a Vanier CGS via a Canadian university with a Vanier quota and be seeking support to pursue their first PhD.

Visit www.vanier.gc.ca for further information.

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