Air quality research funding

Scholarships

Funding is available through the Robert Caton and David Bates Scholarships to support graduate level students with high ideals, demonstrated interest in studies relating to atmospheric sciences, air quality and health or policy and specific goals leading to future work in that field.

The Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health provides additional funding to support research that will help Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities improve air quality, environmental health or environmental sustainability in B.C.

Review the 2023/2024 scholarship winners or the scholarship winners from previous years.

Robert Caton Scholarship

The Robert Caton Scholarship was established in 2004 to honour the memory of Dr. Robert Brent Caton, a scholar, entrepreneur and expert in the field of air quality, atmospheric emissions, environmental management and policy.

David Bates Scholarship

The David Bates Scholarship was established in 2008 to honour the memory of Dr. David Vincent Bates, one of the foremost international authorities on the health effects of air pollution:

• Robert Caton and David Bates Scholarships Application (PDF, 188KB)
• The Robert Caton Scholarship is awarded annually with a value of $2,500 to $4,000
  • At the discretion of the selection committee, a David Bates Scholarship may also be awarded

Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health

The Elizabeth Henry Scholarship for Communities and Environmental Health was established in 2016 to honour the memory of Elizabeth Henry and her many contributions to the Fraser Basin Council and communities across British Columbia.

Elizabeth exhibited high ethical standards and integrity in her work. She was committed to promoting dialogue and respectful collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

Funded by the Fraser Basin Council and by many friends, family members and colleagues who wish to remember Elizabeth and her work, an annual award of $2,000 will be provided to a graduate student working on research projects in partnership with B.C. communities addressing environmental health issues and promoting environmental sustainability through cooperative initiatives.

For more information, review the Elizabeth Henry Scholarship.