Frances Mary Stoddart Award

Canadian Nurses Foundation

Get up to $3,000 for your baccalaureate nursing studies in Canada — applications open each December.

Published by G Paul · last checked September 23, 2026

Up to

$3,000

Next deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Level

Undergraduate

Open to

Across Canada

Apply on the official site ↗

What you will need

Complete the single online application at cnf-fiic.ca/scholarships/
Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
Enrollment in a Canadian nursing program (RN, IEN, NP, LPN, or RPN)
Study at the Baccalaureate level

About this award

You can receive up to $3,000 for your studies. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing and want to advance your professional training. Applications open each December for the following academic year and typically close in late January. No specific date is posted publicly for the current cycle — before you start the application, check the Canadian Nurses Foundation's program page or call their office to confirm when applications open and close this year. You will hear back via the methods specified in the application portal. Winners are chosen based on merit by the CNF (the Canadian Nurses Foundation — the national organization that supports nursing education) awards committee. They award over 135 scholarships per year across all tiers, but they do not publish the exact number of winners for this specific award or the typical number of applicants. Ask the Canadian Nurses Foundation during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with the Canadian Nurses Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be studying at the Baccalaureate level. You must also be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and be enrolled in a Canadian nursing program, such as those for RN (Registered Nurses), IEN (Internationally Educated Nurses), NP (Nurse Practitioners), LPN (Licensed Practical Nurses), or RPN (Registered Practical Nurses).

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Open to undergraduate students
Studying nursing

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

MeritAvoid providing a generic list of grades. Instead, highlight specific clinical achievements and leadership moments in your nursing practice. Detail exactly how your studies will improve patient care in your community.
StrategyAvoid treating this as a separate application from other CNF awards. Since a single online application covers every scholarship you are eligible for, ensure your profile is exhaustive and covers all your strengths to maximize your chances across all tiers.
RealismAvoid assuming a guaranteed win because you meet the basic criteria. With over 135 awards spread across many different tiers and thousands of applicants, you should treat this as a helpful supplement rather than your primary source of funding.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on December 1, 2026. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

No. You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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