Join us at the 91st
Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences
Hosted virtually May 12-20, 2022
Presenting the complete Big thinking lineup
We are pleased to announce our complete Big Thinking series lineup at Congress 2022:
NEȾOLṈEW̱ “one mind, one people”: Radical reclamation of Indigenous languages
Onowa McIvor and Kahtehrón:ni Iris Stacey
May 12, 2022 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm EDT
Discover how Indigenous language champions are building a national collaborative agenda for knowing, sharing, and gathering strength across language groups and communities, and learn the active role that settler-allies can play in the continuation and revival of Indigenous languages. Read more.
Beyond "crimes of insolidarity": Considerations for a transition based on economic and social rights
Christine Vézina
May 13, 2022 | 12 pm EDT
Dr. Christine Vézina contends that any transition to a post-COVID-19 world must be based on economic and social rights. She argues that these violations of human rights result from deliberate choices made by governments and reflect a true “crime of insolidarity” that makes society vulnerable. Read more.
'Shift in thinking: It all begins with decolonization'
Denise Ferreira da Silva
May 16, 2022 | 12:00 – 13:00 EDT
Dr. Ferreira da Silva will ask us to consider a shift in thinking, to transform how we understand and address global catastrophes – starting by acknowledging and confronting colonial and racial subjugation as constitutive of, and active in, our circumstances. Read more.
'Petrocultures: Reflections on 10 years of research and advocacy for a world in crisis'
Imre Szeman and Sheena Wilson
May 19, 2022 | 12:00 – 13:00 EDT
Join the co-founders of the Petrocultures Research Group, Imre Szeman and Sheena Wilson, in exploring the field of energy humanities. Read more.
Browse the calendar of open events
With your Congress registration, you will have access to 130+ open events hosted by participating associations, the Federation and their partners. Find sessions you’re interested in and build your schedule ahead of Congress!
Explore Congress Expo
Discover who is exhibiting this year at Congress Expo and visit their virtual booth during Congress to browse all the new books available, talk about your research, and connect with exhibitors.
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Open events with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
SSHRC Talent: Scholarships, Fellowships and Beyond
May 16, 2022 | 10:00 - 11:00 EDT
Do you want to learn more about the scholarships and fellowships available to you as a graduate student or postdoctoral researcher? Join SSHRC staff who will provide an overview of the funding opportunities offered at the master's, doctoral and postdoctoral levels, followed by a question-and-answer period. This event is part of Congress's popular Career Corner workshop series. Read more.
Centering Black Voices in Research: A panel discussion with the SSHRC Advisory Committee to Address Anti-Black Racism
May 17, 2022 | 14:00 - 15:00 EDT
What are the challenges faced by Black scholars when trying to access SSHRC funding? What needs to be done to better include and promote the work of Black researchers? Panellists from SSHRC’s Advisory Committee to Address Anti-Black Racism will explore these and other questions, highlighting their recommendations for moving forward. Read more.
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In partnership with
Social Science Humanities and Research Council | Conseil de recherches en sciences humaines
Mitacs
Canada Foundation of Innovation | Foundation canadienne pour l'innovation
Universities Canada| Universités Canada
SAGE