SSHRC Impact Awards

The SSHRC Impact Awards recognize outstanding achievements in social sciences and humanities research, celebrating those who have made significant contributions to knowledge, society, and research training in Canada.
  • Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
Overview of the SSHRC Impact Awards program:

The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Impact Awards are designed to honor and highlight the achievements of researchers, both individuals and teams, in the social sciences and humanities. These awards aim to showcase research that has positively impacted society, contributed to knowledge mobilization, and demonstrated excellence in research training and mentorship. There are four categories of Impact Awards: Gold Medal, Talent Award, Insight Award, and Connection Award. The awards celebrate a wide range of contributions, from transformative research and innovative ideas to initiatives that promote collaboration between academia and other sectors. These awards help foster a culture of research excellence and enhance Canada's research profile globally.

Benefits of the SSHRC Impact Awards program:
  • Recognition of outstanding achievements in social sciences and humanities research.
  • Financial awards to support further research, knowledge dissemination, or professional development.
  • Opportunity for recipients to raise the profile of their research nationally and internationally.
  • Enhancement of Canadas reputation as a leader in research innovation and societal impact.
Eligibility criteria of the SSHRC Impact Awards program:
  • Eligible nominees must:
  • Be SSHRC-funded researchers or teams.
  • Demonstrate excellence in research, leadership, knowledge mobilization, and research training.
  • Be nominated by eligible institutions, including Canadian universities, colleges, and affiliated research institutes. Specific eligibility for each award varies:
  • Gold Medal: Recognizes a distinguished career.
  • Talent Award: For an outstanding SSHRC-funded doctoral student or postdoctoral fellow.
  • Insight Award: For significant research contributions.
  • Connection Award: For work that facilitates knowledge mobilization and engagement with non-academic audiences.
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