Applications are now open for the Canadian International Development Scholarships (BCDI 2030) program, a fully funded initiative supported by the Government of Canada for students from selected partner countries.
The BCDI 2030 Scholarship provides opportunities for students to pursue higher education, vocational training, and technical programs in Canada. The program is designed to strengthen education systems and support sustainable development in participating countries.
Scholarship Overview
| Host | Government of Canada |
| Institution | Canadian Universities |
| Study Location | Study in Canada |
| Eligible Countries | 26 Countries |
| Scholarship Category | Undergraduate Scholarships, PhD Scholarships, Postgraduate Scholarships, Masters Scholarships |
| Reward | Full Scholarship |
| Application Start Date | 6th March, 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | Vary by Institutions |
| Application Portal Link | https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/non_can/bcdi2030.aspx?lang=eng |
The Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) program aims to expand access to higher education and enhance social and economic development in the 26 eligible partner countries.
Funded by Global Affairs Canada, the program runs for eight years, from 2022 to 2030, and focuses on areas that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The initiative is designed to support capacity building by providing students and professionals with high-quality education and training opportunities in Canada. Participants will gain valuable knowledge, skills, and experience that can contribute to the development of their home countries.
Benefits of the BCDI 2030 Scholarship
The Canadian International Development Scholarship offers several benefits, including:
- Fully funded scholarships for study and training programs in Canada
- Opportunities for vocational, technical, and higher education programs
- Professional development and career-building opportunities
- Access to world-class education and training institutions
The program plans to support approximately 600 scholars from partner countries, with at least 51% of recipients being women, promoting gender equality in education.
Participants will gain knowledge and practical skills that will enable them to contribute to the social and economic development of their communities upon returning to their home countries.
Related Scholarship Opportunities:
- Malaysia International Scholarship 2026
- University of Brescia Scholarships 2026
- NNPC OANDO Scholarship 2026
- Grooming Endowment Trust Scholarship (GET) 2026
Eligible Countries for Canadian International Development Scholarship (BCDI 2030)
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Egypt
- Gabon
- Ghana
- Guinea-Bissau
- Haiti
- Ivory Coast
- Kenya
- Madagascar
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Morocco
- Niger
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
Key Thematic Areas
- STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Green and Blue Economy
- Climate Action
- Health Sciences
- Governance and Administration
Eligible Institutions for Canadian International Development Scholarship (BCDI 2030)
- Brandon University
- Camosun College
- Cégep de Jonquière
- Cégep de Saint-Laurent
- Cégep Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
- Collège Montmorency
- Concordia University of Edmonton
- Dalhousie Agricultural Campus of Dalhousie University
- Fanshawe College
- Kwantlen Polytechnic University
- Lakehead University
- Marine Institute
- Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Island College
- Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC)
- Queen’s University
- The University of British Columbia
- Université de Montréal
- Université de Sherbrooke
- Université du Québec
- Université du Québec à Rimouski (UQAR)
- Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR)
- Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue (UQAT)
- Université Laval
- Université TÉLUQ
- University of Alberta
- University of Calgary
- University of Manitoba
- University of Ottawa
- University of Toronto
Eligibility Requirements for BCDI 2030 Scholarship
Eligibility for the BCDI 2030 program is determined through institutional partnerships rather than individual applications.
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be citizens of one of the 26 eligible partner countries participating in the BCDI 2030 program.
- Meet the admission requirements of both the participating Canadian higher education institution (HEI) and the partner institution in their home country.
- Apply through an approved project partnership between a Canadian HEI and an institution in one of the eligible countries.
How to Apply for the Canadian International Development Scholarship (BCDI 2030)
Interested candidates should follow these steps:
- Explore the available BCDI 2030 scholarship projects offered through partnerships between Canadian institutions and institutions in eligible countries.
- Identify the relevant project and contact the designated resource persons associated with that program.
- Submit your application through the partner institution participating in the BCDI 2030 project.
- Wait for the participating Canadian higher education institutions to open scholarship calls and begin the selection process.
It is important to note that individual applicants cannot apply directly to the BCDI 2030 program. Scholarship opportunities are announced and managed by the partner institutions involved in each project.