NSERC – Ship Time Program
Arctic and Northern Regions
Environment, Energy and Natural Resources
Oceans, Fisheries and Aquaculture
Deadlines
Academic Unit: Inquire with unit
Memorial Deadline: Thursday 27th, August 2026
External Deadline: Tuesday 1st, September 2026
Description
Ship Time grants support ongoing DG research programs. This program is aimed at all NSERC-funded researchers who intend to use a vessel for their DG-supported research in the coming year(s). The normal duration of Ship Time grants is one year. Two-year grants will be considered in exceptional circumstances, where the project completion requires a firm commitment of funding for more than one year. Applicants who need to confirm funding for expeditions taking place well into the future should contact NSERC to discuss.
These grants recognize the high costs associated with chartering research vessels in Canada and abroad (see the Eligible expenses section for more details). Recipients of Ship Time grants must use the funds as described in the application. Requests to use an alternate vessel will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.