April 1, 2025
February 18, 2025
$100,000 CAD
The Gold Medal is SSHRC’s highest research honour. It is awarded to an individual whose sustained leadership, dedication and originality of thought have inspired students and colleagues alike.
Eligible institutions are invited to put forward nominations https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/about-au_sujet/policies-politiques/statements-enonces/list_eligible_institutions-liste_etablissements-admissibles-eng.aspx; No self-nominations
Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents or a “protected person” under subsection 95(2) of Canada’s Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, by the nomination deadline.; Hold or have held SSHRC funding pertinent to the Award.; Maintain affiliation with an eligible institution for the duration of the Impact Award.; Be an active social sciences and humanities researcher or student.; Be in good standing with SSHRC.
SSHRC Nomination Process:
– Institutional nomination process (one-page maximum).
– Institutional nomination letter and rationale (three pages maximum).
– Information supporting the nomination.
– Nominee’s SSHRC CV and disclosure forms, plus CVs of any co-applicants (up to six team members).
– Three letters of support (max 2 pages each) from referees.