Doctoral Research Award: Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards - Doctoral
This grant funds outstanding international doctoral students to conduct research in eight strategic areas at Canadian institutions, aiming to strengthen Canada’s research and innovation ecosystem.
Funder: Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Due Dates: March 4, 2026 (application deadline) | December 31, 2026 (replacement nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $40,000/year for 3 years (total $120,000 per award); up to 150 doctoral awards available in this round
Summary: Supports top international doctoral students in eight strategic research areas to strengthen Canada’s research ecosystem.
Key Information: One-time initiative; applicants must not have current Canadian institutional affiliation.
Description
The Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards – Doctoral, administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) in partnership with NSERC and SSHRC, aims to recruit outstanding international doctoral students to Canadian institutions. This national initiative is designed to secure research talent essential for Canadian innovation and economic growth by providing high-value scholarships in eight strategic priority areas: advanced digital technologies (including AI, quantum, cybersecurity), health (including biotechnology), clean technology and resource value chains, environment and climate resilience (including the Arctic), food and water security, democratic and community resilience, manufacturing and advanced materials, and defence and dual-use technologies. The program is part of a one-time investment and will not be repeated in future years.
