Mitacs Accelerate Global Excellence Award

Mitacs has launched the Accelerate Global Excellence Award, a new postdoctoral fellowship designed to attract exceptional international research talent — including Canadians abroad — to undertake applied, industry‑focused research in Canada. This initiative strengthens Canada’s innovation capacity by supporting top researchers working in priority sectors such as AI, quantum, clean technology, advanced manufacturing, defence, cybersecurity, agri‑tech, and health and life sciences.

Key Highlights

• 50 competitive awards available for 2026–27.
• Each two‑year fellowship is valued at $170,000, including:
• $85,000 per year, with $42,500 contributed annually by the partner organization.
• At least $70,000 per year allocated to the researcher’s stipend.
• Up to $15,000 annually for research and relocation costs.
• Eligibility:
• Applicants must be within five years of PhD completion.
• Must currently reside outside Canada (including Canadians trained abroad).
• Must be willing to relocate to Canada for the fellowship.
• Host organizations may include companies, non-profits, hospitals, and municipalities.
• Application window: March 2 –May 1, 2026.

This award aligns with the Government of Canada’s national talent strategy and advances commercialization of cutting‑edge technologies through strong partnerships between researchers and industry.

Additional Domestic Opportunity

For researchers already residing in Canada, Mitacs is offering the Accelerate postdoc funding program, providing up to $60,000 per year for three years to support applied research with industry and community organizations.