If you are an emerging scholar, researcher, or policy professional interested in the intersection of digital technology and governance, applications are now open for the 2025-2026 cohort of the Digital Policy Hub Fellowship. Hosted by the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) in Canada, this prestigious fellowship provides an opportunity for participants to develop their research, analytical, and policy skills within a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.
Fellowship Summary
Location: Canada (CIGI Campus, Waterloo, Ontario)
Host Institution: Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)
Target Group: Undergraduate, Master's, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral students, and visiting fellows from the public and private sectors
Funding: Fully funded for academic fellows; visiting fellows are unfunded
Duration: Up to 12 Months
Application Deadline: March 3, 2025
Start Date: Fall 2025
Eligible To: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international students with valid work authorization in Canada
Fellowship Overview
About the Digital Policy Hub
The Digital Policy Hub at CIGI is a pioneering initiative designed to bring together innovative thinkers from diverse disciplines. The program provides an intellectually stimulating space where participants engage with leading policy experts and researchers, developing impactful work that addresses digital governance challenges.
Programme Structure
Weekly Core Seminar: A two-hour seminar where fellows share research, receive feedback, and engage with guest speakers.
Professional Development: Workshops on policymaking, research mobilization, and analytical skills.
Research Output: Fellows are expected to produce at least one research paper per term.
End-of-Term Conference: Fellows present their research findings at a conference held at the CIGI Campus.
Core Research Areas
Digital ethics and rights
Governance of emerging technologies
Policy responses to technological disruptions
Fellowship Duration
Undergraduate: 8 months (academic year)
Master’s: 8 months (academic year)
Doctoral: 12 months (full calendar year)
Post-Doctoral: 12 months (full calendar year)
Visiting Fellows: Flexible duration
Fellowship Requirements and Activities
Attend and actively participate in weekly seminars
Conduct independent research aligned with the Hub’s core themes
Develop and present research papers
Engage in networking opportunities and community-building initiatives
Attend the end-of-term research conference in Waterloo, Ontario
Programme Benefits
Funding & Salary:
- Undergraduate: $23,000 (8 months)
- Master’s: $25,000 (8 months)
- Doctoral: $52,000 (12 months)
- Post-Doctoral: $60,000 (12 months)
Travel Allowance: Funding covers travel and accommodation for the end-of-term research conference
Workspace & Amenities: Fellows receive access to shared office space, Wi-Fi, and parking at the CIGI Campus
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Fellows: Must be enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution at the time of application and throughout the fellowship
Post-Doctoral Fellows: Must have completed a Ph.D. at a Canadian institution within the past four years
Supervisory Requirement: Academic applicants must have a supervisor willing to oversee their research
Visiting Fellows: Open to government and private sector professionals (unfunded)
Residency Requirement: Must be based in Canada; hybrid participation is allowed
Application Procedure
Required Documents
Cover letter and CV
Research proposal (2-3 pages)
Two letters of support: For Academic applicants, One letter must confirm supervisory support. For Visiting applicants One letter must confirm employer support.
Proof of enrollment (for academic applicants)
Application Process
Submit the online application form via the Digital Policy Hub website
Applications are reviewed for eligibility
Selected candidates are invited for interviews
Final selections are made based on the quality of research proposals and overall fit within the cohort
Successful applicants are notified within 10 weeks of the deadline
🌐 Detailed application guide can be found on this webpage.
📂 Resources (PDF)
ℹ️ Additional Information
For additional information or inquiries, please contact the Digital Policy Hub team at [digitalhubinquiries@cigionline.org] and visit the Digital Policy Hub Webpage.
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