Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards - Doctoral
The Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards - Doctoral provides $40,000/year for 3 years to outstanding PhD students pursuing research with significant societal impact, as part of Canada's 2025 CRTAS program suite that replaced the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships.
Quick info
Application status
Open · agency deadline 17 Oct 2026Opens the provider's official website
Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.
What you get
- CAD $40,000 per year (doctoral scholarship)
- Duration: 36 months
- Support for high-impact doctoral research aligned with national priorities
Requirements
Detailed requirements
- - Must be enrolled in a doctoral program at an eligible Canadian institution
- - Demonstrate research excellence and potential for impact
- - Aligned with Canada's priority research areas
- - International applicants: check current agency guidelines for eligibility
Who can apply
Outstanding doctoral researchers pursuing high-impact work aligned with Canada's strategic research priorities, as part of the 2025 CRTAS harmonization.
Fields of study
Application window
Agency deadline: October 17 annually
Results announced: April 30
International students must apply through their Canadian institution. Institution deadlines are typically earlier than October 17.
Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025–2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.
Important dates
How to apply
- 1Check current program details at nserc-crsng.canada.ca
- 2Apply through the relevant tri-agency portal (CIHR, NSERC, or SSHRC)
- 3Contact your institution's graduate studies office for guidance
Provider
Government of Canada / CIHR / NSERC / SSHRC
Canada