Cure8 news brief
Financial support programs can reduce education-related stress for students managing Crohn’s or colitis and recognize the challenges of juggling symptoms and school. If you or a family member with IBD are pursuing postsecondary education in Canada, this program could provide direct help.
Canadian students with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis (including those awaiting acceptance), parents and caregivers of students with IBD, and patient advocacy groups.
Applications are open for the 2026 AbbVie IBD Scholarship Program, marking the program's 15th year.
The program will award 15 scholarships of $5,000 each to Canadian students diagnosed with Crohn’s disease or colitis; applicants must be enrolled in or awaiting acceptance to a Canadian postsecondary institution and provide proof of diagnosis, letters of recommendation, and a personal essay.
The application deadline is June 1, 2026 and more information is available at ibdscholarship.ca. This is an announcement-style press release from Crohn’s and Colitis Canada and AbbVie Canada describing the scholarship’s purpose, eligibility, and how it supports students managing IBD. It does not report new clinical research or treatment guidance.
This is a program announcement/press release rather than a research or clinical update. It describes eligibility, application requirements, and the program’s history; it does not change clinical care or offer medical advice. For application details and official rules, consult the program website linked in the release.
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