The scholarship will support the work of students who are conducting research into organizational governance as part of their doctoral research project.
About Canadian Foundation for Governance Research
Today more than ever, the governance of corporations, government agencies and non-profit organizations is an issue of crucial importance to Canadians. Research is an essential step in creating new knowledge about corporate governance and implementing evidence-based recommendations. The Institute of Corporate Directors established the Governance Research Foundation to act as a catalyst for new ideas by providing the funds necessary to foster cutting-edge research in corporate governance, strengthening this research capacity in Canada and ensure the effective dissemination of the knowl... continue reading
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Canadian Foundation for Governance Research Bertram Scholarship
Aim and Benefits of Canadian Foundation for Governance Research Bertram Scholarship
In recognition of the growing importance of good governance to all Canadian institutions, the Canadian Foundation for Governance Research is offering annual Bertram Scholarships of $20,000 to PhD students registered at Canadian universities.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Canadian Foundation for Governance Research Bertram Scholarship
To qualify for the scholarship, the doctoral research project should focus on a topic directly related to organizational governance, including for example
- The importance of effective boards in enabling good decision-making and improving the functioning of Canadian institutions;
- Governance issues of interest to Canadian boards of public, private, government-agency and not-for-profit organizations;
- The role of corporate governance in enabling positive societal impacts;
- Governance best practices through the Canadian perspective.
Documents Required for Application
To apply for the Bertram scholarship, provide the following documents by May 24, 2024:
- The Bertram Scholarship application form
- A one-page summary of your doctoral research project highlighting its applicability to the furtherance of good governance. Your summary should clearly indicate the connection between your research and organizational governance
- A sample of your written academic work (the sample does not necessarily need to be on a governance-related topic)
- A signed appraisal letter from the student's doctoral advisor (who themselves should be a researcher and faculty member at a recognized Canadian university) attesting to the general quality of the student's doctoral work (the letter may be submitted directly to CFGR by the doctoral advisor)
- One additional academic reference letter (the letter may be submitted directly to CFGR by the faculty member)
- A curriculum vitae detailing academic history, publications, scholarships and awards, teaching positions
- A short biography (approximately 100 words) and a short research description (approximately 100 words)
- A signed letter from an appropriate university official in your institution's scholarships & awards department indicating their willingness to administer the scholarship of behalf of CFGR. In administering the scholarship, we will be asking the university to:
- To verify that the student is currently registered at the university;
- To verify that the funds were received by the university from CFGR and paid to the student;
- That CFGR be notified of any leaves of absence requested by the student.
Please note that your name should appear within the body of all documents (not just in the file name). Please use 8 1/2 x 11 paper format and a pdf file format when submitting your documents.
Application Deadline
May 24, 2024
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Canadian Foundation for Governance Research on www.cfgr.ca to apply
