SSHRC Talent Award
The SSHRC Talent Award honors outstanding SSHRC doctoral or postdoctoral fellows for excellence in research, knowledge mobilization, and leadership, supporting innovative work in the social sciences and humanities.
Funder: University of British Columbia - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (UBC internal nomination) | April 2027 (SSHRC national deadline)
Funding Amounts: $50,000 (one-time award; may be used as a fellowship or research grant within one year)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding SSHRC doctoral or postdoctoral fellows for research excellence, knowledge mobilization, and leadership potential.
Key Information: UBC nominates one candidate annually; only one national award is granted each year.
Description
The SSHRC Talent Award is a prestigious recognition for individuals holding a SSHRC doctoral or postdoctoral fellowship or scholarship, awarded for outstanding achievement in research, knowledge mobilization, and demonstrated leadership potential within or beyond academia. The award can be used flexibly—either as a fellowship to support one year of doctoral or postdoctoral research, or as a grant for research, knowledge mobilization, or related activities within a year of receiving the award. At least 10% of the funds must be dedicated to promoting the recipient’s research achievements. UBC nominates one candidate annually to the national competition, where only one Talent Award is granted across all Canadian universities.
