Canada’s Best
Up to four years of funding to accelerate discovery—and launch the next generation of research leaders.
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (The Institute) and the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), are investing in exceptional young researchers from Canada and around the world—so they can take on ambitious questions, build independence, and drive research that improves patient care.
Made possible through philanthropic support
This initiative is supported through the generous partnership of the MUHC Foundation, the Montreal General Hospital Foundation, the Montreal Children’s Hospital Foundation, and the Cedars Cancer Foundation. Their commitment helps strengthen the next generation of research leaders in Canada.
The opportunity
Canada’s Best is a bold $20+ million investment in postdoctoral excellence—designed to attract exceptional postdoctoral fellows from Canada and around the world, including those returning to Canada.
Through a combination of philanthropic foundation support and supervisor contributions toward fellowship stipend support, the program will support outstanding postdoctoral fellows with up to four years of funding, strengthening our research ecosystem and building a sustainable pipeline of future research leaders.
Launched as part of The Institute's 2030 Vision, Canada's Best advances our commitment to precision health throughout the life course by accelerating work in precision medicine, digital health, and translational research—helping move discoveries from the lab to real-world impact in patient care.
Who is this fellowship for?
Canada’s Best is designed for high-performing, research-driven candidates in a competitive international pool who are applying for a new postdoctoral appointment at McGill University. Selection is based on academic excellence, research potential and independence, and the strength of the proposed project.
Why this fellowship?
Longer support. Better science. Stronger careers.
Many fellowships only support two years. The Canada's Best program is built for research that needs time to mature—while helping fellows build a publication record, grow leadership skills, and prepare for the transition to a research career—in an environment that values inclusive excellence and recognizes diverse trajectories.
Fellows join the research ecosystem at The Institute and the MUHC and the McGill University community, with access to collaborative research networks and specialized platforms and facilities that support ambitious work.
What this fellowship includes
- Competitive stipend: $70,000 CAD/year in annual stipend support for the fellowship term.
- Research and training funds: $30,000 CAD in dedicated funds over the full term for supplies, core facilities, conferences, and specialized training.
- Up to four years of support: A longer runway to pursue ambitious research, publish, and build independence.
- Mentorship and training: Professional development and mentorship opportunities delivered through the Desjardins Centre for Advanced Training (DCAT) and partner training hubs.
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