June 16: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Amazing social sciences and humanities research stories in 3 minutes or in 300 words

For the third year in a row, the SWCC Conference will feature 20 brilliant scholars presenting their research for the SSHRC-CRSH Storytellers Challenge.

This annual competition challenges postsecondary students across the country to inspire audiences with a research story – in up to 300 words or three minutes – of how SSHRC-funded research is making a difference in the lives of Canadians. Join our live audience to see the Storytellers finalists compete for a Final Five spot and a chance at $1,000!

The 20 finalists have been selected, and you can view their submissions that landed their name on the list before the conference.

View the SSHRC-CRSH Finalists

This year's judges will be:

• Estelle Chamoux, member of both ACS and SWCC, professor at Bishop's University, previously a judge in 2024
• Gabrielle Durand, member of ACS, scientific educator and communicator, first year being a judge
• Sumeep Bath, member of SWCC, Editorial & Communications Manager, International Institute for Sustainable Development, previously a judge in 2024 and 2025