Government of Canada invests in over 800 projects to advance social sciences and humanities research
More than $175 million in funding will support research that addresses environmental inequality, economic sustainability and Indigenous language revitalization
June 16, 2022, Ottawa, Ontario—Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
Social sciences and humanities research plays an important role in helping society understand some of the biggest challenges facing Canadians. The Government of Canada invests in these researchers and research teams because they are helping to provide the evidence needed to make informed decisions on communities, the economy, Canadians’ health and well-being, Indigenous reconciliation, and Canada’s future prosperity.
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced more than $175 million to support 809 social sciences and humanities research projects across Canada. This investment, through the ’s (SSHRC’s) ,Ìý,ÌýÌý²¹²Ô»åÌý, supports research, research partnerships, and knowledge mobilization across a multitude of issues of critical relevance to our society. Funding is provided to researchers, research teams and publications for projects of up to seven years.
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