Research Fellows & Associates

BGCI welcomes research fellows and associates from Canada and around the world who are committed to advancing knowledge and innovation across the ocean and marine domain. Our training and fellowship program provides a dynamic platform for researchers to undertake high-impact, interdisciplinary research on blue economy development, ocean innovation, marine science and technology, sustainable resource management, coastal resilience, maritime trade, and emerging ocean industries. Fellows and associates are encouraged to generate policy-relevant insights, contribute to scholarly publications, and engage with decision-makers, industry leaders, and international partners working to shape a sustainable and prosperous global blue economy.