Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards: The Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards aim to recruit international and returning Canadian doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers. This initiative supports crucial research areas to strengthen Canada’s research ecosystem and enhance global competitiveness.
Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards for Postdoctoral Scholars
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Scholar
Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Advanced Digital Technologies, Health, Clean Technology, Environment, Food and Water Security, Democratic Resilience, Manufacturing, Defense Technologies |
| Location | Canada |
| Value | $70,000/year for up to 2 years |
| Eligibility | Open to all citizenship types; must meet specific criteria as detailed below |
| Application Deadline | March 4, 2026 (Phase 1) |
Research Area
The research must align with one of the following priority areas:
- Advanced digital technologies (AI, quantum, cybersecurity)
- Health, including biotechnology
- Clean technology and resource value chains
- Environment, climate resilience, and the Arctic
- Food and water security
- Democratic and community resilience
- Manufacturing and advanced materials
- Defence and dual-use technologies
Location
Various institutions across Canada
Eligibility/Qualification
Prospective Postdoctoral Scholars
- Must hold any citizenship, including Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
- Must not have a current affiliation with a Canadian institution.
- Must currently be studying or working abroad.
- Canadian citizens must have previously left Canada for research/work experience.
- Must be able to activate the award in Canada by March 31, 2027.
- Must hold or expect to hold a doctoral or health professional degree before the award start date.
- Cannot hold a tenure-track or tenured faculty position.
- Must align research with designated priority areas.
Faculty Members (Nominators)
- Must hold an active Tri-Agency grant (CIHR, NSERC, or SSHRC) with payments scheduled for the 2025–26 or 2026–27 fiscal years.
- Must be eligible to supervise postdoctoral scholars.
Job Description
The Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards are designed to support early-career researchers and enhance capacity in key research areas. As a postdoctoral scholar, you will engage in cutting-edge research aligned with the relevant priority areas and contribute to national and global research objectives.
How to Apply
- Contact a faculty member in your desired department to become a nominated supervisor.
- The faculty member will complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form.
- Comply with the eligibility requirements outlined above.
- Submit the full application/nomination package by the specified deadline.
Last Date for Apply
- Phase 1 Deadline: March 4, 2026
- EOI Submission Deadline: February 9, 2026
This job post summarizes the key details for candidates interested in applying for the Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards. All interested applicants and nominators are encouraged to adhere strictly to the outlined guidelines and deadlines.
