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Research Training and Talent Development
Support for social sciences and humanities talent development
Last Update: May 23, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : October 17, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports research training and talent development in the social sciences and humanities across Canada. It includes funding opportunities for students, postdoctoral researchers, and Impact Awards, with the doctoral scholarship offering $40,000 per year for 3 years.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : October 17, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Black Canadians
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research training in the social sciences and humanities.
- Support for students and postdoctoral research development.
- Nominations for SSHRC Impact Awards.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Letter of appraisal
- Institutional submission, where applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Undergraduate students
- Master’s students
- Doctoral students
- Postdoctoral researchers
- Eligible institutions for Impact Awards nominations
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through an adjudication process.
- Merit review committees assess applications for the doctoral scholarship competition.
- Applicants are notified through the relevant SSHRC or institutional process.
- For some opportunities, applications must first go through a Canadian institution before SSHRC submission.
Additional information
- SSHRC welcomes applications involving Indigenous research.
- Some funding opportunities include designated support for Black students and postdoctoral researchers.
- Impact Awards are available through five award categories.
- Eligible institutions can nominate researchers or students for Impact Awards.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Research Training and Talent Development Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Research Training and Talent Development. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Research Training and Talent Development?
This program supports research training and talent development in the social sciences and humanities across Canada. It includes funding opportunities for students, postdoctoral researchers, and Impact Awards, with the doctoral scholarship offering $40,000 per year for 3 years.
Who is eligible for the Research Training and Talent Development program?
To be eligible for the Research Training and Talent Development program, you must:
Social sciences and humanities students
Postdoctoral researchers
Eligible institutions for nominations
What expenses are eligible under Research Training and Talent Development?
Research training in the social sciences and humanities.
Support for students and postdoctoral research development.
Nominations for SSHRC Impact Awards.
Who can I contact for more information about the Research Training and Talent Development?
You can contact Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
Where is the Research Training and Talent Development available?
The Research Training and Talent Development program is available across Canada.
Is the Research Training and Talent Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Research Training and Talent Development is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Research Training and Talent Development?
Research Training and Talent Development is funded by Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)