Canada-Asia Young Professionals Fellowship Program 2025–26 (Deadline: 10 August, 2025)
Are you a passionate young Canadian seeking to understand and contribute to Canada’s role in a rapidly changing Asia? The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) invites graduate students and early-career professionals to apply for the prestigious Canada-Asia Young Professionals Fellowship Program 2025–26. This nine-month, non-resident program offers selected fellows the opportunity to engage deeply with key policy issues, sharpen their communication skills, and connect with a dynamic network of peers and experts in the Canada-Asia space.
Deadline: 11:59 p.m. PT on Sunday, August 10, 2025
Duration: September 2025 – June 2026
Location: Remote, with an in-person retreat in Vancouver, May 2026 (all travel costs covered)
Cohort Size: Up to 20 Fellows
Eligibility Age: 22–30 years
Program Highlights
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Bi-monthly virtual meetings featuring expert Q&As, group discussions, and workshops.
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Focus on current debates in Canada-Asia relations and strategic regional developments.
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Hands-on skill-building in public communication and analysis.
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In-person retreat in Vancouver for networking and collaboration.
Average weekly commitment: ~3 hours
Who Should Apply?
Ideal candidates will:
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Be between 22 and 30 years old at the program’s start (September 2025).
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Hold a degree in international relations, political science, law, economics, business, Asian Studies, or a related field.
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Show strong interest or experience in Asia-related topics through academics, work, volunteering, or lived experience.
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Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
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Be available for twice-monthly virtual meetings and the May 2026 retreat.
What You’ll Gain
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Deeper insight into Asia’s strategic importance to Canada.
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Opportunities to engage with senior policymakers and scholars.
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Networking with a cohort of highly motivated peers.
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Enhanced skills in public speaking, analysis, and writing on Canada-Asia topics.
Application Requirements
Submit the following in one merged PDF:
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Current CV
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Official/unofficial post-secondary transcripts
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Two-page cover letter addressing specific prompts
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Names and contacts of two references (professional or academic)
Cover Letter Structure:
Page 1: Introduce yourself and explain your motivation for applying.
Page 2:
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Discuss one recent Asia-related issue you’ve followed and its importance to Canadians.
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Mention two additional issues you’d like to explore, and pose 2–3 guiding questions for each.
Diversity & Accessibility
APF Canada encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including racial, ethnic, gender, and socio-economic identities. Applicants with accessibility needs can request accommodations during any stage of the application or fellowship.
Contact
For questions, reach out to Ms. Mei Terasawa at
mei.terasawa@asiapacific.ca
| Type of Opportunity | Scholarships and Fellowships |
|---|---|
| Deadline | Ongoing |
| Country | Canada |
| Open to | All Nationalities |
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