For Members

The IRSCL Research Grant

The Research Grant encourages research by early career scholars in children's literature. Each grant will be a minimum of CAD $1,000, with the possibility of a higher amount, to be assessed on a biannual basis. Eligible activities include literary, historical, cultural, sociological, empirical and pedagogical research.

Applications are welcome from postgraduate students or early career researchers. It is necessary to be an IRSCL member in good standing at the time of application.

Award recipients are required to produce a 2-page report by the time of the next Congress.

Applications should include a clear outline of aims, methodology, budget allocation, and expected outcomes. Applications are invited every two years.

IRSCL Research Grant application form

Past IRSCL Research Grant recipients

Travel Grants

Prior to IRSCL Congresses, applications are invited for travel grants to be awarded to IRSCL members in need of financial assistance to attend the Congress. Each grant will be up to CAD $1,000, with the possibility of a higher amount, to be assessed on a biannual basis.

It is necessary to be an IRSCL member in good standing at the time of application.

IRSCL Travel Grant application form

Applications are confidential.