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FELLOWSHIP

Outstanding Academics and Communicators

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The nomination process for the 2027 Fellowship program is open

As suggested by many Canadian universities, the nomination process for 2027 Fellows will move from Fall to Spring. Eligible institutions may already nominate candidates for the 2027 Fellowship Program process. Deadline to nominate candidates for the 2027 Fellowship is May 15, 2026 @ 4 p.m. (EST).

Please note that the nomination process for the 2026 Fellowship Program is closed. 2026 Fellows will be announced in April 2026.

Main Points

The Foundation awards up to four (4) Fellowships per year. Succesful candidates are chosen among full professors (or near the rank of Full Professor) at Canadian universities, for a active mandate of three (3) years. 

The Fellows will be proposed by Canadian universities and evaluated by a peer committee, which will make recommendations to the Board of Directors.

The Fellowship program is of a total value of $300,000 per Fellow:

  • $70,000 as prize; 
  • $50,000 as research grant; 
  • Up to $100,000 as possible additional research grant; 
  • Up to one (1) year of teaching buy-out, with $80,000 in compensation paid to the university. 
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Who are the Fellows?

Fellows of the Foundation:

are senior academics in Canada who are leaders in their field. They are academics holding a full-time tenured appointment in a Canadian university at or near the rank of Full Professor with a national or international reputation;

are in the middle of their academic career; the Foundation respects that professional careers may happen at different life stages and considers professional academic milestones as references; we respect career interruptions, leaves or changes which may have occurred;

tackle important current issues in social sciences and humanities intersecting with one or more of the four themes of the Foundation; the research being pursued must have an impact and must contribute to important societal and research questions;

propose a research project that is innovative and socially significant, pushing research and thinking in new directions; we are interested in how this Fellowship may meaningfully shape the next phase of the candidate’s career and in which way the Fellowship would amplify their research, leadership, and public impact;

have a demonstrated commitment to supporting graduate students;

have a proven record of academic excellence, which may take different forms and may be proven among others by prior success in obtaining grants or prizes;

are effective communicators willing to engage with a range of actors in society.

Testimonials

“Upon arriving at the Foundation, I was immediately struck by the strong sense of community that unites Scholars, Fellows, and Mentors. The unique opportunity to learn across disciplines and sectors is truly inspiring, as evidenced by the rich exchanges that take place during master classes, conferences, and gatherings. I have discovered that the driving force behind our community members is a sense of optimism, an inclusive attitude, and the courage to lead.”

Stéfanie von Hlatky
2024 Fellow

“The highlight of my experience at the Foundation so far has undoubtedly been learning from the incredible knowledge of the Scholars. Their fresh perspectives on research, public engagement, and dedication to intellectual life have been deeply inspiring.”

Dr. Sean Mills
2024 Fellow

“I believe that leadership skills are crucial for having the courage to address difficult issues. In today’s world, there is a lot of polarization and echo chambers. We tend to talk to people we agree with, but we are losing the ability to engage with those we disagree with. To solve global problems, we need to be inclusive, and to learn inclusivity, we need courage. We need collaboration skills. We need listening skills.”

Marie-Joëlle Zahar
2023 Fellow
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