November 7, 2014, Ottawa, Ontario—The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada
The Honourable Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology), today announced an investment of $118 million to support Canada’s most promising scholars and students in the fields of the social sciences and humanities.
Awarded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), these fellowships and scholarships will support the development of tomorrow’s research leaders at postsecondary institutions across the country. Nearly 2,500 master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral fellowships and scholarships will be supported by the Talent program, contributing to building the knowledge and talent essential for Canada in the 21st century’s culture of innovation.
Scott French
Director of Communications and Parliamentary Affairs
Office of the Minister of State (Science and Technology)
Tel.: 613-943-6177
Media Relations
Industry Canada
Tel.: 613-943-2502
media-relations@ic.gc.ca
Gurprasad Green
Communications Adviser
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council
Tel.: 613-944-1759
gurprasad.green@sshrc-crsh.gc.ca
