Organisation Name:

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), Canada

Application Deadline:

15 June 2026

About Organisation

The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) is a Canadian federal agency that supports research and training in the social sciences and humanities. It plays a vital role in advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and addressing societal challenges through funding programs and partnerships. SSHRC promotes collaboration between academic institutions and external organizations to ensure research has real-world impact. Through initiatives like the Canada Partnership Engage Grants, the organization encourages inclusive, interdisciplinary approaches, including Indigenous research and community-driven solutions. Its mission focuses on strengthening Canada’s research ecosystem while contributing to global knowledge and sustainable social, economic, and cultural development.

About the Grant

The Canada Partnership Engage Grants program supports short-term, collaborative research projects between academic researchers and non-academic organizations. Designed for one-year projects, the grant focuses on addressing immediate, real-world challenges through applied research in the social sciences and humanities. It promotes knowledge co-creation, stakeholder engagement, and practical outcomes tailored to a single partner organization. The program encourages innovative methodologies, including Indigenous research approaches, and emphasizes knowledge mobilization to ensure findings are accessible and actionable. By bridging research and practice, the grant enhances institutional capacity and increases the impact of academic research on society and industry.

Who can Apply?

Eligible applicants include researchers affiliated with recognized Canadian postsecondary institutions. Postdoctoral researchers may apply if they maintain institutional affiliation, while students are not eligible. Each application must involve one independent, arm’s-length partner organization from the public, private, or not-for-profit sector. Co-applicants may come from Canadian or international institutions, and collaborators can be from any sector. The project must focus on social sciences or humanities and demonstrate clear relevance to the partner’s immediate needs. Strong proposals highlight stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and practical outcomes, ensuring the research delivers measurable impact within the one-year project timeline.

How to Apply?

Applicants should confirm eligibility and secure one partner organization. Define the research challenge and develop a collaborative project plan outlining objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes. Prepare a budget between $10,000 and $50,000, including eligible expenses such as salary support for non-profit partners. Build a team of co-applicants and collaborators if needed. Submit the application through the affiliated institution, ensuring compliance with all guidelines and deadlines.

Application Deadline

The final deadline to submit applications is 15 June 2026. Applicants should ensure all partnership agreements and proposal components are completed before submission.