Competition offers British & Canadian researchers opportunity to travel onboard a ice capable ship for a one-week expedition through the Gulf of St. Lawrence
The British High Commission in Canada is offering a one-week expedition for a select group of British and Canadian researchers to join the crew of an ice capable ship on a 3–4-day voyage through the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
The trip will take place in mid-July 2024 and will see early career researchers from British and Candian institutions travel between Québec City, Québec and St. John’s, Newfoundland
This unique opportunity will allow early-career researchers to experience life on board an ice capable ship well-versed in hosting scientists. Though not a research vessel, opportunities for independent research, knowledge exchange and scheduled writing time will be part of the programme.
Onboard programming will include sessions with the crew’s hydrologists, navigators, and professional mariners, as well as opportunities for wildlife viewing, e.g. pelagic birds and marine mammals. Onshore, programming will include an evening reception and meetings with some of Canada’s premiere Arctic researchers.
As part of the programme, participants may be asked to collaborate on a joint research project or document their experiences online through blog posts or social media.
David Barnes, Head of the UK in Canada Science, Climate and Energy Team, said:
The UK and Canada have an exciting portfolio of collaborative projects relating to science, technology, and research. This includes ongoing collaboration on Arctic research, namely through the . Though the UK is not an Arctic nation, for years we have been committed to working with our Arctic partners and allies to protect and better understand this fascinating and rapidly changing environment.
Opportunities to join the expedition is limited to six participants. Funding will include:
This competition will not reimburse for any travel and/or health insurance policies or cover visa costs.
Eligibility
Application Process
To apply, please submit the following to sinbox2@fcdo.gov.uk by 7 June 2024 with the subject “Sea Rider Competition”:
We expect to let successful applicants know by 14 June 2024.