The pandemic may have shone the spotlight on all things science, but it will take more than scientific discoveries to ensure Canada emerges stronger post-COVID-19. In our rapidly changing world, government policymakers will need to recognize the important insights gained through humanities and social sciences research to drive COVID-19 recovery and secure a better future for Canadians.

Beyond the health crisis, the pandemic brought to the forefront a complex range of socio-economic issues – from racism and inequality to the rise of populism, poverty, and human migration – and Canada must have the right skills and knowledge to successfully address them. The critical role the humanities and social sciences play in this process must not be underestimated.

A new report by the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences notes that the humanities and social sciences make up more than one-third of postsecondary enrolments in Canada and students pursuing these disciplines – from philosophy, sociology, psychology, and economics to modern languages, history, and political science – are securing rewarding careers.

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