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Research Training and Talent Development

Supports research skill development for students and postdoctoral researchers
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

The Research Training and Talent Development program by SSHRC provides financial support to students and postdoctoral researchers in the social sciences and humanities to foster skilled leaders for academic, public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. The program funds research training activities, skills development, and knowledge mobilization, with specific awards available for undergraduate, master’s, doctoral students, and postdoctoral researchers; refer to SSHRC’s funding search tool for maximum funding amounts per award.
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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
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

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

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Activities funded

  • Development of research skills among students and postdoctoral researchers in the social sciences and humanities.
  • Training and support of highly qualified personnel for careers within academia, public, private, and not-for-profit sectors.
  • Collaborative research projects that foster intellectual, cultural, social, or economic impact.
  • Initiatives increasing exposure of domestic and international students and scholars to social sciences and humanities research in Canada and abroad.
  • Knowledge mobilization activities within the social sciences and humanities to influence broader society.

Eligibility

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Additional information

  • SSHRC offers specific funding opportunities for Black students and postdoctoral researchers through designated research training awards.
  • SSHRC encourages applications involving Indigenous research, in accordance with its Indigenous Research Statement of Principles.
  • The SSHRC Impact Awards recognize outstanding achievements by researchers and students who have received SSHRC funding.
  • Up-to-date information on funding opportunities, including joint initiatives and supplements, can be found using SSHRC’s funding search tool.

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?

The Research Training and Talent Development program by SSHRC provides financial support to students and postdoctoral researchers in the social sciences and humanities to foster skilled leaders for academic, public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. The program funds research training activities, skills development, and knowledge mobilization, with specific awards available for undergraduate, master’s, doctoral students, and postdoctoral researchers; refer to SSHRC’s funding search tool for maximum funding amounts per award.

What expenses are eligible under Research Training and Talent Development?

Development of research skills among students and postdoctoral researchers in the social sciences and humanities. Training and support of highly qualified personnel for careers within academia, public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. Collaborative research projects that foster intellectual, cultural, social, or economic impact. Initiatives increasing exposure of domestic and international students and scholars to social sciences and humanities research in Canada and abroad. Knowledge mobilization activities within the social sciences and humanities to influence broader society.

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)

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