Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council program funding partnerships between universities and industry on social science, humanities, and creative-industry research. Multi-year, large.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilitySSHRC Partnership Grants is generally open to incorporated, partnership businesses, in any province or territory, in Creative & Media, Professional Services, that carry out research and development. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to $2.5M per partnership over 7 years. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Develop the partnership idea with academic lead 2. Submit Letter of Intent 3. On invitation, submit full application
Competitive: watch for open calls.