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Title:

TMU Indo-Pacific Mobility Initiative (TMU-IPMI)

Agreement Number:

7474176 P016860001

Agreement Value:

$520,000.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 19, 2026 - Jun 30, 2028

Description:

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) proposes the Indo-Pacific Mobility Initiative (TMU-IPMI), a three-year program to strengthen academic engagement with the Indo-Pacific through scholarships and fellowships for study, research, and collaboration. The initiative will award 22 total awards (12 scholarships and 10 fellowships) for short- to medium-term placements (4–5 months) in priority countries including India, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, and Australia. Scholarships ($22,150) will support graduate students, while fellowships ($17,625) will fund faculty and researcher mobility. Thematic priorities include climate change, smart cities, digital technologies, public health, migration, and Indigenous knowledge. TMU-IPMI emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion in participant selection and program design, and leverages existing partnerships and co-funding opportunities to ensure value for money. The program aligns with Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy by fostering reciprocal academic partnerships, advancing innovation, and preparing globally engaged scholars and leaders.

Organization:

Global Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

12 graduate student scholarships and 10 research fellowships to Canadians.

Location:

TORONTO, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

064-2025-2026-Q4-0076

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Toronto Metropolitan University

Program:

Indo-Pacific Engagement Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of this program is to support Canada’s agenda in the Indo-Pacific by strengthening national stakeholder’s knowledge, understanding and expand their network on/in the Indo-Pacific. This is expected to increase Canada’s capacity to advocate for its core interests and values in an evolving context and in key thematic priority areas for Canada in the region.