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Canada Impact+ Research Chair at UVic

Are you a visionary research leader at an institution outside of Canada with a forward-thinking, impactful program? If so, the Canada Impact+ Research Chair at the 探花系列 is your next step.

Applications are now closed

Help create a better world through curiosity, engagement and innovation

The Canada Impact+ Research Chair is a one-time initiative designed to bring world-leading researchers whose work addresses critical national and global challenges. Impact+ chairholders are expected to drive the translation of discoveries into applications, commercialization, and social and economic benefits for Canada and the world. The program provides the world’s top researchers and their teams with up to $8 million over eight years to support their research programs.

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Why choose UVic?

UVic is one of Canada’s leading research-intensive universities, offering life-changing, hands-on learning experiences to more than 22,000 students on the spectacular BC coast.

Our impact drives our sense of purpose. As a hub of transformational research, UVic faculty, staff and students make a critical difference on issues that matter to people, places and the planet.

Learn more about UVic
#5

Globally for climate action

2025 THE Impact Rankings
200M

in research funding

2024/2025
#4

in Canada for citation impact per faculty member

(QS rankings 2026)
#1

in North America for international research collaboration

(Leiden ranking 2025)

Research areas

UVic invited outstanding established scholars in Aerospace Engineering, Marine Energy Systems, Science and Health to apply for nomination to the Impact+ program. The nomination period is now closed.

Interested applicants are invited to review the

Nomination process

The nomination period is now closed.

City of Victoria BC

Living in Victoria

Nestled at the southern tip of Vancouver Island, Victoria is consistently ranked as one of the most liveable cities in the world thanks to its mild climate, beautiful scenery and high quality of life.

With its vibrant population of over 380,000, Victoria offers a rich array of activities and cultural experiences. From international festivals and museums to botanic gardens and a thriving food scene, there's always something to enjoy. The city is well-connected to Vancouver and Washington State. The prime location offers easy access to outdoor activities like kayaking, mountain biking and skiing.

The city's diverse economy is powered by small and medium-sized businesses, with advanced technology leading the way. Tourism, education, marine, construction, health and agriculture are also key sectors, making Victoria a dynamic place to live and work.

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Territory acknowledgement

We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this opportunity please contact Sarah-Louise Decrausaz.

Published Feb 10, 2026.