Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards - Postdoctoral
This grant supports international and returning Canadian postdocs to conduct research in Canada's eight strategic priority fields, strengthening the nation's research and innovation capacity.
Funder: Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Due Dates: March 4, 2026 (Wave 1 nomination deadline) | December 31, 2026 (final replacement nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $70,000 per year for 2 years (postdoctoral level); total $140,000 per award; approx. 400 postdoctoral awards available
Summary: Supports postdoctoral researchers from abroad or returning Canadians in priority fields to strengthen Canada's research ecosystem.
Key Information: One-time, non-renewable program; nominees must not currently be affiliated with a Canadian institution.
Description
The Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards (Postdoctoral) is a one-time national initiative administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), in partnership with NSERC and SSHRC. The program aims to recruit top international postdoctoral researchers and Canadians abroad to Canadian institutions, focusing on eight broad priority areas: advanced digital technologies, health and biotechnology, clean technology, environment and climate resilience, food and water security, democratic and community resilience, manufacturing and advanced materials, and defence and dual-use technologies. The initiative is part of a $133.6 million investment to build research capacity and drive innovation in Canada’s strategic sectors.
