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Government of Canada is currently accepting applications for its 9th Edition of International Policy Ideas Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The International Policy Ideas Challenge (IPIC) is a national policy innovation initiative led by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) in partnership with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).Now in its ninth edition, IPIC supports emerging researchers in developing practical, policy-focused ideas that address Canada’s most pressing international and foreign policy challenges.
Between five and ten proposals will be selected through a competitive review process.
Selected participants will receive:
A CAD 5,000 financial award per winning proposal
Personalized coaching and mentoring from policy experts
Training on Canadian foreign policy and policy brief writing
The opportunity to present directly to Government of Canada officials
The financial award is paid to the lead or sole researcher upon submission and presentation of the final policy brief.
You may apply if you are:
A current Master’s or PhD student
A postdoctoral fellow
A researcher affiliated with a Canadian non-profit organization
All applicants must be within six years of completing a graduate degree and enrolled at a recognized Canadian or international institution.
Citizenship and Residency Requirements
Applicants must be:
Canadian citizens or
Permanent residents of Canada
Who Is Not Eligible
The following individuals cannot apply:
Indeterminate or term employees of the Government of Canada
Employees of Global Affairs Canada
Required Documents
Your application package must include:
A completed proposal (maximum 750 words)
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Proof of enrolment or degree completion
One confidential letter of reference
Short biography of the lead researcher
Biographies of any collaborators (if applicable)
Apply for Government of Canada 9th Edition of International Policy Ideas Challenge
