2026-05-14 from utoronto.ca

Fifteen faculty members from the University of Toronto have been named or reappointed as Canada Research Chairs in the spring 2026 cohort.

Awarded by the Government of Canada, Canada Research Chair positions are designed to reinforce academic research and training excellence with a view to improving depth of knowledge and quality of life, strengthening Canada’s international competitiveness and helping train the next generation of highly skilled people.

"On behalf of the entire University of Toronto community, I would like to extend my heartiest congratulations to all the faculty members who have been appointed Canada Research Chairs or had their positions renewed," said Leah Cowen, U of T’s vice-president, research and innovation, and strategic initiatives.  

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