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SSHRC – Knowledge Synthesis Grants: The Arts Transformed

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Application Deadline: December 2, 2025

Knowledge Synthesis Grants support researchers in producing knowledge synthesis reports and evidence briefs that: support the use of evidence in decision making and the application of best practices; and assist in developing future research agendas.

Applicants must address the following three objectives in their proposals:

State of knowledge, strengths and gaps critically assess the state of knowledge of the future challenge theme under consideration from a variety of sources, as appropriate; identify knowledge strengths and gaps within the theme; acknowledge Indigenous knowledge systems and research methodologies when appropriate; and identify the most promising policies and practices related to the theme.

Research data assess the quality, accuracy and rigour (i.e., methodological approaches) of current work in the field; and identify strengths and gaps in the quantitative and qualitative data available.

Knowledge mobilization engage cross-sectoral stakeholders (academic, public, private and not-for-profit sectors) and/or First Nations, Inuit and Métis rights holders throughout the project to mobilize knowledge related to promising policies and practices; and use effective knowledge mobilization methods to facilitate the sharing of research findings with cross-sectoral stakeholders and Indigenous rights holders.

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