SSHRC’s Storytellers Challenge

SSHRC’s Storytellers Challenge asks postsecondary students to show Canadians, in up to three minutes or 300 words, how social sciences and humanities research is impacting our lives, our world and our future for the better.

Tell us about great SSHRC-funded research happening at your postsecondary institution. Your story must be compelling, creative and clear.

Deadline

• January 20, 2026 5:00 PM (ET)

Value

• $3000

Eligibility

• Must be a Canadian resident 19 years of age or older.
• Must be enrolled at a Canadian postsecondary institution.
• The Challenge is open to student permit/visa holders.
• Create a video or audio clip of up to three minutes or a written creative narrative or infographic of up to 300 words.
• Submit original work featuring SSHRC-funded research carried out at the institution at which you are enrolled at the time of submission.

Application

• Click here to apply.

Upcoming Webinars

• November 12, 2025 ( 1PM - 2PM ET) (in English). Register
• November 13, 2025 ( 1PM - 2PM ET) (in French). Register

For more information on the SSHRC Storytellers Challenge.