FAQ
What are the Canadian institutions offering a Killam program?
The following institutions offer Killam doctoral scholarships, postdoctoral fellowships and other Killam awards to faculty members:
- Dalhousie University
- University of Alberta
- The University of British Columbia
- The Neuro (Montreal Neurological Institute-Hospital)
- University of Calgary
The National Research Council Canada administers the National Killam Program consisting of:
- Killam Prizes
- Dorothy Killam Fellowships
- Killam NRC Paul Corkum Fellowships
The administration and delivery of the Killam Prizes and Killam Research Fellowships was transferred from the Canada Council for the Arts to the National Research Council (NRC) in April 2022. The research fellowships have been renamed the Dorothy Killam Fellowships.
On December 4, 2023, the National Research Council of Canada and the Killam Trusts announced the creation of the Killam NRC Paul Corkum Fellowships.
Go to Killam Programs for more information on each institution.
What is the value of the Dorothy Killam Fellowships?
Each fellowship is valued at $80,000 per year, and is tenable for two years.
What are the Killam Prizes?
The Killam Prizes recognize inspiring scholars and thought leaders and are among Canada's most prestigious awards. The prizes are worth $100,000 each and are awarded in the following fields: Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences and Humanities.
What are the Killam NRC Paul Corkum Fellowships?
The Killam NRC Paul Corkum Fellowships provide support to distinguished scholars, granting them time to pursue a novel project in collaboration with an NRC researcher, leveraging NRC facilities.
How do I apply or nominate someone?
Applications and nominations are administered by each of the institutions. Visit the institution's Killam program page for guidelines and additional information:
National Research Council Canada