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SSHRC Talent Award

Nomination required

$50,000
1 winner

Eligibility

Field of study
Social Sciences
Level of study
Graduate
Status
Canada

About this scholarship

Institutional nomination only. For a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person who, on April 1 of the competition year, holds a SSHRC-funded doctoral or postdoctoral award (including CGS/CGRS, Vanier, Banting, or a SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship).

The Talent Award recognizes academic excellence, research and knowledge mobilization talent, and leadership potential. Value is $50,000, usable as a one-year fellowship or research grant, with at least 10% used to promote the recipient's research. One award is granted. Nomination deadline is April 1, 2026.

Essay questions

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What else to submit

  • Institutional nomination only.
  • Selection recognizes academic excellence, research and knowledge-mobilization talent, and leadership potential.
  • At least 10% of the $50,000 award must promote the recipient's research.