Might doing this type of work negatively impact my application for academic jobs or Tri-council scholarships?

These types of scholarship are increasingly recognized as valuable within academia and by granting agencies, but it would be important for candidates themselves to articulate why they should be considered so. In terms of Tri-council applications, applicants should ensure that the proposed research fits within the relevant Tri-council area.

Information on the initiative, including its goals and rationale, will be publicly available, and can be referred to in applications. The Dean's office can also provide a rationale for and description of the program if necessary. It is possible that embarking on these pathways does entail some risk as well as provide opportunities.