Asia and Oceania
Kennis Fung
International Agreements Officer
Phone: 204-474-7691
kennis.fung@umanitoba.ca
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Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
If you’re a UM faculty or staff member interested in developing an international project proposal or acquiring funding, the Research and International Agreements Team is here to provide support.
The Research and International Agreements Team has extensive experience and a proven track record in developing successful international development, and faculty and student mobility project proposals and can provide support to UM faculty and staff interested in preparing a proposal. Some examples of the contributions the Research and International Agreements Team can make to funding proposals are:
If you would like to develop a proposal for an international partnership, please contact the International Agreements Officer for the appropriate region.
Kennis Fung
International Agreements Officer
Phone: 204-474-7691
kennis.fung@umanitoba.ca
Anna Polonyi
International Agreements Officer
phone: 204-474-6835
anna.polonyi@umanitoba.ca
Cameron Zywina
International Agreements Officer
phone: 204-474-6418
Cameron.zywina@umanitoba.ca
Many funding opportunities and awards are available to support the international engagement, research and mobility of UM faculty members.
AWB is a bilingual non-profit organization which supports capacity development in tertiary education in developing countries so that these countries can educate their own experts and professionals. It does this by sending volunteers from Canada to support local initiatives.
AWB is a bilingual non-profit organization. Its mission is to support capacity development in tertiary education in developing countries so that these countries can educate their own experts and professionals that are necessary for their development. It does this by sending volunteers from Canada to support local initiatives. AWB projects focus on a number of areas, including, health, teaching and learning methodology, various academic disciplines, student services, and back office operations. That is, in any area in which universities are involved.
Given the uncertainties regarding international travel during the course of the pandemic, in this call for project proposals, AWB will prioritize submissions that can be implemented in whole or in part online.
For more information on developing a project proposal to respond to this call, please contact Cameron Zywina, International Agreements Officer, cameron.zywina@umanitoba.ca
Application Deadline for proposals at Academics Without Borders: November 8, 2021
Internal Deadline: March 1, 2022
Academics Without Borders Contact: Corrie Young, cyoung@awb-usf.org
Erasmus+ is the EU's framework program for education, training, youth and sport offering funding opportunities for individuals and institutions.
For more information and proposal development, please contact Anna Polonyi anna.polonyi@umanitoba.ca
These support teaching and research in the field of European Union studies worldwide, covering the study of Europe in its entirety, with particular emphasis on the EU dimension, from an internal but also from a global perspective. The scope of EU studies can be varied as long as the EU angle is explored.
Annual funding calls for grants of up to 300,000 EUR to support teaching, research and policy debate activities relevant to the European Union. Higher Education Institutions (HEI) established in any country of the world may apply.
Jean Monnet Modules
Short teaching programmes or courses in the field of European Union studies.
Learn more about Modules and see how to apply.
Jean Monnet Chairs
Teaching posts with a specialisation in European Union studies practiced by university professors. Learn about the Centres and the opportunity.
Jean Monnet Centres of Excellence
Pooling knowledge and competence on European Union subjects. They also play a key role in reaching out to students from faculties not normally dealing with EU studies. Learn about the Centres and the opportunity.
Jean Monnet Networks in Higher Education
Support to large thematic networks to bolster the policy debate. See who can apply for Networks and what qualifies.
Erasmus+ ICM funding is available from partner European universities for UM students, faculty and staff to support short-term study, teaching and training exchanges.
Travel grants support short-term faculty and staff teaching and training exchanges with European University Partners. Grants include support for travel expenses (820 EUR) and living expenses (140 to 180 EUR per day).
Country | EU Partner Institution | Period of Activity | Type of Mobility |
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Belgium | Ghent University | 2016-2022 | Undergraduate Student Exchange, Staff Training/Teaching Exchange |
Croatia | University North | 2019-2021 | Staff Teaching Exchange |
Denmark | University of Copenhagen | 2016-2018 | Graduate Student Teaching, Faculty Teaching Exchange |
France | Institut Polytechnique UniLaSalle | 2019-2022 | Undergraduate Student Exchange, Staff Training/Teaching Exchange |
France | Université de Caen Normandie | 2015-2018 | Graduate Student Training |
Germany | University of Trier | 2019-2022 | Student Exchange, Staff Training/Teaching Exchange |
Hungary | Central European University | 2017-2021 | Student Exchange, Staff Training/Teaching Exchange |
Lithuania | Vilnius University | 2017- | Staff Teaching Exchange |
Netherlands | Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences | 2019-2022 | Staff Teaching Exchange |
Poland | Jagiellonian University in Krakow | 2019-2022 | Staff Teaching Exchange |
Poland | University of Gdansk | 2021-2022 | Staff Teaching Exchange |
United Kingdom | University of Bradford | 2019-2022 | Student and Internship Exchange, Staff Training/Teaching Exchange |
Erasmus+ Scholarships from some European Universities are available to support study exchange and traineeships. Scholarships include travel expenses (820 EUR) and living expenses (800-900 EUR per month).
No open calls available at this time. Please check again in the future as this page is regularly updated.
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) provides funding for research and study in Germany.
Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) provides funding for faculty and students to conduct research and study in Germany.
Funding opportunities for faculty and scholars include the DAAD North America’s Faculty Research Visit Grant for short-term research stays. Other opportunities for short-term lectureships, visiting professorships, and conference funding are also available.
More information on DAAD faculty funding
DAAD has programs to support students to study or conduct research and internships in Germany. Opportunities include MITACS research internships, study abroad and funding for degree seeking graduate students.
The Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute is a binational organization that promotes understanding between India and Canada through academic activities and exchanges. As the University of Manitoba is a current member, faculty members and students are eligible to apply for some of the funding programs.
Find funding opportunities through Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute:
Find funding opportunities through Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute
For more information, contact Kennis Fung, International Agreements Officer, Kennis.Fung@umanitoba.ca or 204-474-7691.
Global Affairs Canada is responsible for the Government of Canada's participation in major international scholarship programs.
Some of the existing programs are:
For all Global Affairs Canada funding opportunities, please visit https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/index.aspx?lang=eng# and connect with the respective International Agreements Officer for assistance.
Three of the above Global Affairs Canada scholarship programs are open for applications (Canada-ASEAN Scholarships, Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program, and Study in Canada Scholarships). Two info sessions will be offered:
Fort Garry info session: 11am to 12 noon, Wednesday, Feb 8 (Tier 300). Email Cameron Zywina by 9am on Feb 8 if you plan to attend.
Bannatyne info session:11am to 12 noon, Friday, Feb 10 (Chown 474). Email Kennis Fung by 9am on Feb 10 if you plan to attend.
Both sessions are open to faculty members, researchers, and support staff.
Internal deadline -
Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) & Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS): March 7, 2023
Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED): March 16, 2023
ESA offers funding and support to businesses from any sector who intend to use space (satellite navigation, earth observation, satellite telecommunication, space weather, space technologies) to develop new commercial services. For details, please visit https://business.esa.int/funding.
The Nahlah Ayed Prize for Student Leadership and Global Citizenship is named for Nahlah Ayed, award-winning CBC foreign correspondent, UM alumna and honorary degree recipient.
Two cash prizes are awarded annually to students who can demonstrate they have global skill sets and participated in activities that celebrate diversity, curiosity, respect and mutual understanding. One prize is awarded to a domestic student and one prize is awarded to an international student.
Do you know a student who demonstrates exceptional vision, passion, commitment, great leadership skills, and whose actions are helping to bridge the local and the global?
Do you know a student who is building bridges between communities on campus, in the city, the Province, and around the world?
Do you have a friend who inspires you, motivates you, or challenges you to think globally and act locally?
Students, faculty, and support staff can submit nominations for this prize. Two cash prizes and a certificate will be made annually.
Nomination Application Deadline: November 1, 2022.
For more information contact the International Centre: ic.awards@umanitoba.ca
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