We are pleased to announce the Travel Grant to attend ICOM Dubai 2025. As one of 120 National Committees worldwide, and in order to support emerging museum professionals in building lasting networks and connections, ICOM Canada offers a Travel Grant every three years to support the participation of an emerging museum professional (with less than 5 years of professional experience, including student employment, such as internships) in the ICOM General Conference.
ICOM Canada will provide up to $2,000 CAD to cover the costs of conference registration, travel, accommodation and local transportation, as well as a daily allowance for meals. It is expected that applicants will seek additional funding through their employer or other sources (e.g., Canadian Museums Association, ICOM International Committees). The scholarship will be awarded by a selection committee formed by the ICOM Canada Board of Directors.
Eligibility requirements:
- The candidate must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident;
- Member in good standing of ICOM;
- An emerging museum professional with less than 5 years of professional experience;
- Frequency: The candidate can only receive one ICOM Canada travel scholarship.
Application Procedure:
Applications may be submitted in English or French.
Applications must include:
- Your personal details.
- A resume (maximum two pages).
- A brief statement of intent (maximum 250 words) that outlines your museological interests, career aspirations, and what you hope to gain from attending the conference.
- A budget, including estimates for conference registration, round-trip economy airfare, accommodations at an economical venue, and a $50 daily rate for meals for the duration of the conference/meeting.
- A letter of reference from an academic or professional supervisor.
The deadline for submission of applications is MARCH 15, 2025.
The successful candidate will be reimbursed for expenses upon presentation of the following documents:
- Reporting expenses with appropriate receipts
- Two-page conference report to be published on the ICOM-Canada website
Advance reimbursement of expenses, such as flight, may be considered upon presentation of additional proof of funding.
Questions? Email us at icomcanada@gmail.com .