Killam Prizes
How to Apply:
The National Killam Program's Killam Prizes are now open. The Killam Prizes are intended to honour distinguished Canadian scholars who have been engaged in research in universities, hospitals, research or scientific institutes, or other similar institutions. Nominations are due May 28, 2026. The National Killam Program encourages nominations of candidates whose research has consequence and impact, setting precedents and yielding transformative results that serve to build Canada’s future through advanced study.
Normally, one (1) prize is awarded annually in each of five (5) disciplines. The Killam Prize is valued at $100,000 CAD. They are awarded annually, on a competitive basis, for research done in any of the following disciplines:
- Engineering
- Health sciences
- Humanities
- Natural sciences
- Social sciences
Self-nominations are not permitted for the Killam Prize. If researchers are interested in being nominated for Killam Prize, they are required to notify the Office of Research Services (ahacquo1@lakeheadu.ca) no later than April 17, 2026. For more information about the Killam Prize, including nomination requirements, please click here.
External Deadline:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Award Category:
Award
Agency:
Funding Source:
External
Funding Level:
Research