International Policy Ideas Challenge
This grant supports Canadian graduate students and early-career researchers in developing and presenting innovative international policy briefs to Canadian officials, with coaching and potential publication.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (application deadline, full proposal, projected) | May 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 CAD per winning proposal; 5–10 awards expected; one-time award, plus coaching and networking
Summary: Supports graduate students, postdocs, and early-career researchers in developing innovative international policy briefs for presentation to Canadian officials.
Key Information: All dates are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The International Policy Ideas Challenge is a collaborative initiative between Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), administered via UBC and other Canadian institutions. The program aims to harness the expertise of Canadian graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and early-career civil society researchers to generate actionable, innovative solutions to pressing international policy challenges relevant to Canada. Winners receive financial support, personalized coaching, and opportunities to present their policy briefs to Government of Canada officials, culminating in a national symposium.
