Call for Applications
PLEDJ Leadership and Resilience Award – Montreal
PLEDJ is pleased to launch the Leadership and Resilience Award, a scholarship designed to support refugees in Montreal in pursuing their educational and professional aspirations.
This award reflects our commitment to advancing education, leadership, and community-driven change by reducing barriers to access for individuals with lived experience of displacement.
Scholarship Details
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Total value: $6,000 CAD
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Number of awards: One award of $6,000 or up to two awards of $3,000
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Location: Montreal
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Deadline: April 30, 2026
Who Can Apply
You are eligible to apply if you:
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Have lived experience of forced displacement, including if you currently hold or have previously held refugee or protected person status in Canada
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Currently live in the Montreal area
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Are accepted to or enrolled in a post-secondary institution or vocational training program (e.g., university, CEGEP, vocational training)
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Demonstrate a strong commitment to your education, community, and/or leadership
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Have financial need
What the Scholarship Supports
The award is intended to support education-related expenses, including:
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Tuition fees
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Books and learning materials
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Living expenses related to your studies
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
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Completed application form
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Proof of refugee or protected person status
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Proof of acceptance or enrollment in a program
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A personal statement (max. 500 words) describing:
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Your educational goals
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Your community involvement or leadership experience
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How this scholarship will support your journey
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One (1) reference (academic, professional, or community-based)
Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Recipients will be chosen based on:
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Educational goals and motivation
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Community engagement and leadership potential
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Financial need
All applications will be reviewed through a fair and transparent process.
Additional Information
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Only selected applicants will be contacted
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PLEDJ reserves the right not to award the scholarship if no application meets the criteria
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Recipients may be asked to provide proof of enrollment and a brief update during their studies
Questions?
For any questions, please contact: hanya.omar@pledj.org
We strongly encourage applications from individuals whose experiences and perspectives contribute to building more inclusive and just communities.