The Center for Research on Social Innovation and Transformation (CRITS) is pleased to announce the launch of the “CRITS Award for Engaged Research” in 2026–2027. The award will recognize a publication in the form of an article or, in the case of a research-creation project, a creative work that makes a significant contribution to the critique of structures of domination, exploitation, and oppression and/or to social transformation, while specifically addressing CRITS’ annual theme. The competition is open to individuals enrolled in a graduate program in Canada.
The recipient:
- Will receive a $500 award;
- Will be invited to give a presentation (travel and expenses covered if the recipient is based in Ontario or Quebec; online if the recipient is based elsewhere in Canada);
- Will become a member of CRITS.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Be enrolled in a graduate program in Canada;
- In the case of an article, the submitted text (in English or French) must be 1) submitted, 2) submitted and accepted, or 3) published in a peer-reviewed journal within the last 12 months;
In the case of a work of art, it must be 1) proposed, 2) accepted, or 3) presented by a professional arts venue within the last 12 months. You must submit appropriate documentation specific to the artistic discipline (photos, videos, audio recordings, etc.) as well as a short text presenting the approach and methodology that structure the research-creation process in which the submitted work is embedded. Maximum 3 pages. - The text or work submitted must be related to the CRITS 2026–2027 annual theme, “Borders and Walls, Internationalism, and Transnational Solidarity”: In 2026–2027, the annual theme of the Center for Research on Social Innovations and Transformations (CRITS) will focus on “Borders and Walls, Internationalisms, and Transnational Solidarities.” CRITS will focus on the critical analysis of borders and lines of separation, as well as contemporary, historical, and potential forms of transnational solidarity and emancipatory practices.
To apply, please submit your article or artwork (appropriate documentation based on your artistic discipline and a brief introductory text of no more than 3 pages) and your resume by January 4, 2027, to [email protected]