François-Laviolette Scholarship for the development of responsible AI at University of Laval 2026

The objective of this scholarship is to support the work of graduate students at Laval University who advance knowledge in artificial intelligence (AI) from a perspective of responsible use of data. These grants aim in particular to support the development of methods and approaches that improve the interpretability and explainability of AI algorithms, with a view to strengthening confidence in an AI offering solid guarantees in terms of of accountability.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJune 5, 2026
• Value$7,500 - $10,000
• Study LevelMasters , PhD
• SponsorUniversity of Laval
• City to studyQuebec
• School to studyUniversity of Laval
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• 1 scholarship of $7,500 (at the master's degree)
• 1 scholarship of $10,000 (at doctorate)

Requirements

People reserved...

• Canadian citizens

• Permanent residents
• International students

Targeted study programs

• Second cycle

  • Arrangement. architect. art, design
    • All masteries
  • Law
    • All masteries
  • FESP-Sup studies. and postdoct.
    • All masteries
  • Forestry, geomat geography.
    • All masteries
  • FTSR-Fac. theol. sces religi.
    • All masteries
  • IQHEI-High studies boarding school
    • All masteries
  • Letters and human sciences
    • All masteries
  • Medicine
    • All masteries
  • Dental medicine
    • See more...

• Third cycle

  • All doctorates

At 2e cycle, only programs master's degree with dissertation are eligible. 

Eligibility criteria

• Work on a project that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in artificial intelligence (AI) while prioritizing the responsible use of data. 

• Journey full time* (or be rfull-time MP(s) according to Student Financial Aid) in an eligible program at Laval University during the fall 2025 and winter 2026 sessions (unless you are at the end of the program);
• Have acquired a minimum of 24 credits in this study program (master's or doctorate) at the time of submitting the application, and continue this same program full-time at least in the following fall session;
• Have a minimum program average of 3.5** /4.33 at the time of analysis of applications.
• International students(s) : You must study in Canada and have one valid study permit when receiving the scholarship payment. 

Selection Process

• Clear explanation of the link between the research subject and the objectives of the scholarship (advancement of knowledge, responsible use of data, interpretability and explainability of AI algorithms)
• Methodology and feasibility of the project (level of progress, financing, etc.)
• Quality of the project (radiation, promising, innovative, promising nature, etc.)
• Quality of the presentation of the request (writing quality, explanation of the project, level of popularization, etc.)
• Excellence of the file (academic results, CV, list of publications, prizes & scholarships, etc.)

IMPORTANT : Note that the selection committee for this competition is made up of professionals from different fields. Candidates are therefore invited to use one appreciable level of popularization in presenting their request and adapting their speech to a multidisciplinary committee. The evaluation will take this into account. 

Application Deadline

How To Apply

To apply, visit University of Laval Scholarship webpage