CANADIAN MUSEUM STUDIES
Canadian museums studies bursaries are given out to promote the exchange of knowledge and learning between museum professionals at an intermediate level of study. The program provides financial assistance to individuals to attend courses, seminars, and workshops or related museum studies programs. Support is also available for professional exchanges to museums in different provinces and regions, so that museum professionals can work with project teams or observe outstanding practices.
Read the Program Guidelines and Regulations for criteria, program ineligibilities, and other important regulations that apply to ALL bursary types.
Eligibility:
Open to applicants who are employed by a public, non-profit museum or related organization, in a full-time capacity with no less than two years accumulated museum work experience.
Value:
Funds will be allocated on a 50% matching basis, calculated on the total cost of the program up to a maximum of $1,000.
Location:
Within Canada only.
Frequency:
One bursary will be awarded per individual in any 12-month period. The program should be no less than three days in duration and no longer than one month.
Deadlines:
Application Deadlines: The bursary application along with the required support material must be submitted at least three weeks prior to the beginning of the learning activity.
Application note: You must apply for a bursary BEFORE the event you are planning to attend.
Claim Deadlines: The bursary must be claimed no later than 4 weeks after completion of the learning activity upon submission of original receipts, proof of attendance and 1000 word written report.
Support Material:
The bursary submission must include either an outline of learning objectives and work plan for the applicant(s) seeking funding for a professional exchange or a detailed agenda for organized workshops, seminars or symposia, as well as the applicant's curriculum vitae, job description, and a letter of support from their employer/institution.
Download the Bursary Application Form:
bursaryapplication.pdf 
Questions? Contact: Veronique Chikuru
vchikuru@museums.ca
613-567-0099 x228
