The Ruth Binnie Fellowship will be awarded to a woman who is enrolled in Master's level studies that focus on one or more aspect(s) of Human Ecology, Home Economics/Family and Consumer studies, in Canada or abroad. Special consideration will be given to a woman pursuing a post-graduate degree in Education. Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada; or have proof of status as a Protected Person from Immigration and Citizenship Canada; claimants are not eligible to apply. They must have enrolled or have been accepted at an accredited university. Applicants may apply for up to two awards. Applicants must submit an academic CV outlining their academic achievements, publications, scholarly interests, and skills developed because of academic degrees and related experience. Proof of registration or letter of acceptance may be submitted if the applicant has not yet started their program. Applicants must also submit two referee assessment forms. At least one of these assessments must be completed by an academic reference. The second assessment can be either from an academic reference or from a person familiar with the applicant's personal history. Please visit the fellowship's website or contact the Canadian Federation of University Women for more information.