National
May 28, 2026
April 16, 2026
$100,000 CAD
The Killam Prizes are awarded to active Canadian scholars who have distinguished themselves through sustained research excellence, making a significant impact in their respective fields in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering.
Self-nominations are not permitted for the Killam Prize; only nominations by experts in their field.
No individual may be awarded a Killam Prize more than once.; Killam Prizes are intended for active (not retired) Canadian scholars who have made a substantial and distinguished contribution, over a significant period, to scholarly research.; A Killam Prize is not intended as an “end-of-service” reward, as a recognition for a single great accomplishment, or in expectation of future distinguished contributions.; Only Canadian citizens or scholars working and living in Canada are eligible, and the prizes are awarded only to living candidates.; National Killam Program Office employees, members of the National Killam Program Advisory Board, or the Selection Committee may not be nominated during their term as members, and for 1 year following the end of their term.
Program details
Normally, one (1) prize is awarded each year in each of five (5) disciplines.
Nomination Process
The nominator is responsible for providing all the information and required documents. All submissions are to be digital and only accepted through the online portal. Documentations includes:
– Nomination letter
– Impact Statement
– Three letters of support
(One letter of support must be provided by an expert in the field who is at arm’s length from the nominee.)
– Community-based research letter of support, if applicable.
– Curriculum vitae
– Eligibility attestation
– Self-identification (voluntary)
Terms and Conditions
Responsibilities of the recipient’s institutions:
– Partners with the National Killam Program to host a dedicated event and/or engagement activity for the recipient.
– Discloses any information that may constitute a significant departure from generally recognized standards of public behaviour and which is seen to undermine the public reputation of the National Killam Program.
Humanities Social Sciences Social Sciences Health Sciences ngineering
