Claude Provencher Excellence Scholarship

The architectural firm of architecture and design, Provencher_Roy is proud to announce the creation of the Claude-Provencher Excellence Scholarship, an annual initiative dedicated to supporting emerging talent in architecture and related disciplines. The scholarship honors the legacy of co-founder Claude Provencher (1949–2022), a leading figure in Canadian architecture.

Valued at $15,000, the scholarship is awarded to a university student seeking to further develop a final academic project aligned with Claude Provencher’s core values: excellence, rigor, creativity, sustainability, and engagement.

In addition to financial support, the recipient will benefit from professional mentorship within Provencher_Roy, including access to workspace, specialized equipment (model workshop, 3D printing), and ongoing guidance from a senior design professional.

"This scholarship reflects our commitment to carrying forward Claude Provencher’s legacy by supporting a new generation of designers who are driven to shape a thoughtful, sustainable, and meaningful built environment,” explains Sonia Gagné, Design VP, Principal Partner and Architect at Provencher_Roy. 

A platform for research and innovation

The scholarship is open to graduating students in architecture, environmental design, landscape architecture, urban planning, interior design, or related disciplines. Projects may explore themes such as:

·      Innovative materials

·      Artificial intelligence

·      Sustainable development

·      Urban densification

Applications are open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international students enrolled in selected Canadian universities, with no age restriction.

Timeline and key dates

·      Application deadline: May 17, 2026

·      Recipient announcement and project start: June 1, 2026

·      Midterm presentation: December 2026

·      Final exhibition: June 1, 2027

Information and applications

provencherroy.ca/en/scholarship

The research project will culminate in a public exhibition, accompanied by a publication documenting the research process and outcomes.