RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. The Green Transition Fund provides financial support to businesses, organizations, post-secondary institutions, and industry associations to assist… Read more »
CSA Group is pleased to announce the launch of a new research initiative within the Explore Research Program, a forward-looking research effort designed to support projects that help Canada anticipate and address emerging challenges. The new initiative, Preserving Human Skills and Agency in The Age of Intelligent Technologies, aims to understand how to identify and… Read more »
UArctic Chairs are highly qualified academics who will serve as academic drivers in a broad area of relevance to the Arctic. They implement and drive collaborative actions in research and education among UArctic members and Thematic Networks, and build partnerships with the broader Arctic community. UArctic invites member institutions to nominate and host a UArctic… Read more »
The France Canada Research Fund is a major instrument of Franco-Canadian scientific cooperation, created in 2000 through an agreement between the French Embassy in Canada and a consortium of 23 Canadian universities. The France Canada Research Fund- New Research Collaboration Program Please read the guidelines below for details on the internal submission process. The call… Read more »
Following the successful Canadian CubeSat Project (CCP) in 2017 and the CubeSats Initiative in Canada for STEM (CUBICS) in 2022, the Canadian Space Agency is launching a new Canada-wide initiative. CUBICS 2026 will provide postsecondary institutions across Canada with an opportunity to engage their students in a real space science mission by designing, building, testing,… Read more »
The Government of Canada is advancing gender equality and women’s economic empowerment through the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy (WES, or the Strategy). As part of the Strategy, the Government is ensuring women across Canada have access to the business supports they need to start or grow a business. The 2027 WES Ecosystem Fund call for proposals… Read more »
MINDS Targeted Engagement Grants provide funding for projects related to defence and security policy. Targeted Engagement Grants (TEGs) provide non-recurring financial support, up to a maximum of $100,000CAD, for initiatives such as conferences, workshops, roundtables, research, publications or any other project that aligns with Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF) policy priorities. Projects must: –… Read more »
International Grenfell Association (IGA) grants are funded through monies raised since the early 1900’s by supporters in Canada, the USA, Great Britain, and Ireland. Used initially to pay for programs now provided by government, these funds create a grant program that responds to the needs of coastal communities in Northern Newfoundland and Labrador. Areas of… Read more »
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Manager, Awards and Honours, for information on this program. Arthur B. McDonald Fellowships recognize early-stage academic researchers in the natural sciences and engineering, and support them in enhancing their research capacity so that they can become leaders in their field and inspire others. NSERC awards up to six… Read more »
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Awards and Honours, for information on this program. The annual Synergy Awards for Innovation recognize examples of collaboration that stand as models of effective partnership between partner organizations and colleges or universities. The awards honour the most outstanding achievements emerging from these collaborations. By working together, award-winning partner organizations… Read more »
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Awards and Honours, for information on this program. The NSERC Donna Strickland Prize for Societal Impact of Natural Sciences and Engineering Research recognizes an individual or team whose outstanding research, conducted in Canada in the natural sciences and engineering, has led to exceptional benefits for Canadian society, environment… Read more »
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Awards and Honours, for information on this program. Created in 2006, the NSERC John C. Polanyi Award recognizes an individual or team whose research conducted in Canada has led to a recent outstanding advance in the natural sciences or engineering. The award is open to all researchers at… Read more »
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Awards and Honours, for information on this program. The Gerhard Herzberg Canada Gold Medal for Science and Engineering recognizes an individual whose body of work, conducted in Canada in the natural sciences or engineering, has demonstrated persistent excellence and influence. The award celebrates Canada’s most outstanding scientists and engineers… Read more »
Canadian researchers who were preparing a collaboration with their international counterparts but were unable to submit an application to NSERC by the May 20, 2025 deadline may still apply, provided the corresponding international award was granted between that date and the program’s reopening and the international project remains viable. For these applications, the 120-day submission… Read more »
The NSERC Awards for Science Promotion recognize individuals and groups who inspire others by promoting science to the general public. Examples of science promotion activities that could be considered for the award include: – organizing science camps, fairs, clubs or mentorship programs with youth organizations – enhancing equity, diversity and inclusion in existing programs –… Read more »
The NSERC Geoffrey Hinton Prizes recognize Discovery Grant applicants whose creative application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the natural sciences and engineering has generated or is poised to generate significant impact. The prizes are intended to accelerate discovery and innovation in the natural sciences and engineering by recognizing and supporting early-stage researchers who are leveraging… Read more »
NSTP program offers supplementary funding to assist students in the completion of research projects in the North. Graduate and senior undergraduate students from any discipline who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents may apply in conjunction with their faculty supervisor. Undergraduate and Graduate students who meet the program eligibility requirements, under the supervision of a… Read more »
Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC Discovery and RTI Grants competitions. Research Initiatives & Services will no longer be completing the… Read more »
As part of one of the world’s most innovative and recognizable brands, Sony is committed to support university research and innovation in the U.S., Canada, India, and select European countries, while also fostering partnerships with university faculty and researchers. The Sony Research Award Program provides funding for cutting-edge academic research and helps build a collaborative… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Projects will be led by UK-based researchers in the humanities and social sciences working with international partners… Read more »
This program provides financial assistance to scholarly publishing from within the university community. Priority will be given to original book-length manuscripts of merit. Book chapters will be considered where funds permit. Assistance may be requested towards: – Top-up funds to a publisher where the publisher makes this a condition of publication or publication costs where… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. SSHRC and the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundation) are delighted to announce that they have launched a new… Read more »
This self-funded program opportunity permits, under certain conditions, a researcher to receive a research grant in lieu of their salary, through a mechanism which includes peer review. The grant may be used for all the purposes of a grant-in-aid of research, except salary remuneration for the Researcher. This program covers only research activities and is… Read more »
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is pleased to announce a funding opportunity for the Canadian space science community to pursue research and development activities in priority areas of the High-altitude Aerosols, Water vapour and Clouds (HAWC) mission. HAWC is a Canadian-led mission that will fill the gaps in information needed for near-term predictions of weather, air… Read more »
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is pleased to announce a funding opportunity for the Canadian space science community to pursue research and development activities in priority areas of the High-altitude Aerosols, Water vapour and Clouds (HAWC) mission. HAWC is a Canadian-led mission that will fill the gaps in information needed for near-term predictions of weather, air… Read more »
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is pleased to announce a funding opportunity for the Canadian space science community to pursue research and development activities in priority areas of the High-altitude Aerosols, Water vapour and Clouds (HAWC) mission. HAWC is a Canadian-led mission that will fill the gaps in information needed for near-term predictions of weather, air… Read more »
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is pleased to announce a funding opportunity for the Canadian space science community to pursue research and development activities in priority areas of the High-altitude Aerosols, Water vapour and Clouds (HAWC) mission. HAWC is a Canadian-led mission that will fill the gaps in information needed for near-term predictions of weather, air… Read more »
This RFP’s purpose is to produce research designed to analyze how Atlantic Indigenous communities and businesses can realize economic opportunities in the defence industry. In October 2025, the Government of Canada announced a commitment to increase defence spending by 2% of the gross domestic product (GDP), which amounts to approximately $63 billion in 2025-2026. The… Read more »
This funding opportunity aims to establish a National Cancer Data and Bio-Resource Coordinating Hub that builds on Canada’s existing platforms, repositories, and initiatives to strengthen the national research data ecosystem. The Hub will advance a coordinated, interoperable, and trusted approach to data stewardship by enabling the integration, linkage, and responsible sharing of key research assets… Read more »
NOTE: Deadlines will vary by individual calls; please reach out to RIS as soon as possible with your call information to determine its RIS deadline. As Horizon Europe applications typically require more institutional input than Tri-Agency applications, please reach out to RIS and your academic unit as soon as possible during the development process. Researchers… Read more »
Please note: The Letter of Intent deadline for the Genomics for National Security: Atlantic Canada Dual-Use Technology Funding Opportunity has been extended to August 19, 2026 Genome Atlantic, in partnership with Vimy Forge, a national defence accelerator, is launching a regionally-focused funding call under Genome Canada’s Genomics Applications Partnership Program (GAPP). The regional initiative is designed to connect regional… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Description Additional information can be found here. This is a joint initiative between the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research… Read more »
Equinor Canada Ltd. (Equinor) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Equinor ASA, a Norwegian-based international energy company, with its office located in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL). Equinor is seeking qualified contractors (Contractor) to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the provision of AI-Assisted Seabed Habitat Assessment services in the Flemish Pass. Successful… Read more »
Please note: Research Initiatives & Services will require a copy of the application and applicable documentation through the Memorial Researcher Portal for all successful fellowships awarded at Memorial University. The timing of your submission through the Memorial Researcher Portal will be at the discretion of your academic unit. If you are intending to apply to this… Read more »
Please note: Research Initiatives & Services will require a copy of the application and applicable documentation through the Memorial Researcher Portal for all successful fellowships awarded at Memorial University. The timing of your submission through the Memorial Researcher Portal will be at the discretion of your academic unit. If you are intending to apply to this… Read more »
By invitation only RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Partnership Grants are expected to respond to the objectives of the Research partnerships program. Proposals exclusively for partnered… Read more »
The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) has released its draft 2027 Innovation Fund Call for Proposals, and is anticipated to officially launch the competition on June 3, 2026. CFI will award up to a total of $325M over its three competition streams: Stream 1: Leading edge of exploration and knowledge generation, which is open to… Read more »
“FULL APPLICATION (BY INVITATION) INTERNAL PROCESS” If NSERC has indicated that your application will proceed to the full application stage, please initiate a discussion with your Associate Dean (Research) and Grants Facilitator(s) as soon as possible. As this program is intended to support training programs which are self-sustaining beyond the period of the grant, it… Read more »
The Spencer Foundation invests in research to improve education, broadly conceived. We know that rigorous research can play a critical role in identifying systemic inequities, evaluating what actually works, and guiding evidence-based changes that make education systems fairer and more inclusive. The Vision Grant program provides scholars and collaborators with the time, space, resources, and… Read more »
The Spencer Foundation invests in research to improve education, broadly conceived. We know that rigorous research can play a critical role in identifying systemic inequities, evaluating what actually works, and guiding evidence-based changes that make education systems fairer and more inclusive. The Vision Grant program provides scholars and collaborators with the time, space, resources, and… Read more »
This funding stream is designed to address operational need and help answer key questions in occupational health and safety and workers’ compensation. The Specific Priorities and Systematic Reviews grants support short-term, primary and secondary research of immediate relevance. This research gives us the strongest scientific evidence to use when developing policy and practice. Applications due:… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Please note there will be earlier Genome Atlantic deadlines which have not yet been released. Genome Canada’s… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Please note there will be earlier Genome Atlantic deadlines which have not yet been released. Genome Canada’s… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Please note: Genome Atlantic will have earlier deadlines which have not yet been released. Genome Canada’s latest… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Genome Canada’s latest mission-driven research initiative will lay the foundations for a generational transformation in Canadian natural… Read more »
CIHR-IHDCYH has a vision of better beginnings, vibrant childhoods and empowered youth through research that makes a difference, as outlined in our Strategic Plan 2022-2026. One of the Institute’s three key priorities is to build capacity, which includes supporting key infrastructure and advancing greater access to data. CIHR and other funding agencies have invested heavily in… Read more »
CIHR-IHDCYH has a vision of better beginnings, vibrant childhoods and empowered youth through research that makes a difference, as outlined in our Strategic Plan 2022-2026. One of the Institute’s three key priorities is to build capacity, which includes supporting key infrastructure and advancing greater access to data. CIHR and other funding agencies have invested heavily in… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Partnership Development Grants are expected to respond to the objectives of the Research Partnerships program. These grants provide support over one… Read more »
RIS will compile a list of Memorial researchers interested in exploring potential collaborations with other Memorial researchers for this funding opportunity. Interested researchers can contact Amanda Cromption and/or Jennifer Stevens with their name, contact information, and area(s) of expertise related to this opportunity, along with a statement that they consent to their information being shared… Read more »
RIS will compile a list of Memorial researchers interested in exploring potential collaborations with other Memorial researchers for this funding opportunity. Interested researchers can contact Amanda Cromption and/or Jennifer Stevens with their name, contact information, and area(s) of expertise related to this opportunity, along with a statement that they consent to their information being shared… Read more »
Please note only one application may be submitted per each Faculty/School per competition year. The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) invites applications for initiatives that promote the natural sciences and engineering (NSE) to Canada’s young people, particularly to groups that are underrepresented in NSE careers. PromoScience encourages a wide variety of… Read more »
Please note the submission deadline has been extended to October 19. Genome Atlantic, in partnership with Vimy Forge, a national defence accelerator, is launching a regionally-focused funding call under Genome Canada’s Genomics Applications Partnership Program (GAPP). The regional initiative is designed to connect regional companies and researchers with funding for dual-use technology development. With $900,000… Read more »
Please note: Applicants must complete the Connection Grants application form and follow the accompanying instructions. The Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative (SARI) is a joint effort between the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) in partnership with the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and in collaboration with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), to fund research leading… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Description SSHRC, in partnership with NordForsk, is pleased to launch a Knowledge Synthesis Grants (KSG) competition to mobilize, examine and… Read more »
Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Tiffany Sudworth, Mitacs Grants Coordinator at tnkvacther@mun.ca and Dr. Charlene Simmonds, Research Security Manager at csimmonds@mun.ca early in the application process to discuss research security mitigation or concerns. In support of Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy, Mitacs is launching a call for proposals that will mobilize academic talent to help… Read more »
Canada’s three federal research funding agencies are pleased to introduce the Canada Research Training Awards Suite—Research Travel Supplements (CRTAS-RTS). This program replaces the previous Canada Graduate Scholarships—Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements and is designed to support exceptional graduate students and researchers as they expand the global reach and impact of their work. The new RTS will be… Read more »
“Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC Discovery and RTI Grants competitions. Research Initiatives & Services will no longer be completing the… Read more »
SSHRC, in partnership with NordForsk, is pleased to launch a Knowledge Synthesis Grants (KSG) competition to mobilize, examine and synthesize social sciences and humanities research on The Changing Nature of Security and Conflict. The resulting syntheses will help identify roles the academic, public, private and not-for-profit sectors could play in promoting more inclusive and equitable societies;… Read more »
The Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS) Program has partnered with the NDC, located in Rome, Italy, to offer members of the Canadian defense and security expert community an opportunity to conduct a five-month research fellowship, from mid-February to mid-July 2027, as part of the NDC’s Research Division. The selected fellow will receive a C$100,000 grant to cover all expenses related to this unique opportunity. Attendance at the NDC is required for the entire… Read more »
The Mitacs Accelerate Global Excellence Award supports outstanding international researchers and Canadians abroad in relocating to Canada to undertake collaborative, industry-focused research. The award provides $170,000 over two years to support the recruitment, relocation, and integration of international postdoctoral talent into Canada’s research and innovation ecosystem. A partner organization is required and will contribute $42,500 plus tax per year, covering half of the $85,000 annual award. Mitacs has partnered with CIFAR to offer… Read more »
A call for proposals is currently open under the Research Support Program until June 12, 2026. Submitted proposals must address one of the following three themes and respond to one of the questions listed below, or a related research question. You must prioritize the study of Quebec within the Canadian federation or propose a comparative approach. Themes… Read more »
In response to the revolutionary potential promised by the integration of autonomous systems into defence and security operations, the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF) are seeking to advance methods to assess, calibrate, and maintain trust in real-time when humans work with autonomous systems. DND/CAF is seeking innovative solutions to independently… Read more »
The New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) supports world-leading interdisciplinary, international, high-risk / high-reward, transformative and rapid-response Canadian-led research. The goal of the Exploration stream is to inspire high-risk, high-reward and interdisciplinary research. Exploration grants support research that pushes boundaries into exciting new areas. Researchers are encouraged to think “outside of the box” and undertake research that defies current paradigms;… Read more »
The New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) supports world-leading interdisciplinary, international, high-risk / high-reward, transformative and rapid-response Canadian-led research. The goal of the Exploration stream is to inspire high-risk, high-reward and interdisciplinary research. Exploration grants support research that pushes boundaries into exciting new areas. Researchers are encouraged to think “outside of the box” and undertake research that defies current paradigms;… Read more »
Proposals are now invited for the Canada Research Chairs Program (CRCP). Please see the attached Call for all of the details, including the required approval form to accompany proposal submissions. Further information regarding the CRCP can be found here. The Canada Research Chairs Program (CRCP) stands at the centre of a national strategy to make Canada… Read more »
The Discovery Horizons program provides support for interdisciplinary research activities that advance at least two intertwined research disciplines with at least one of them outside the natural sciences and engineering (NSE). The program supports innovative research that bridges disciplines, fosters collaboration across academic fields and provides training opportunities for highly qualified personnel (HQP). The Discovery… Read more »
The Discovery Horizons program provides support for interdisciplinary research activities that advance at least two intertwined research disciplines with at least one of them outside the natural sciences and engineering (NSE). The program supports innovative research that bridges disciplines, fosters collaboration across academic fields and provides training opportunities for highly qualified personnel (HQP). The Discovery… Read more »
Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC Discovery and RTI Grants competitions. Research Initiatives & Services will no longer be completing the… Read more »
The Subatomic Physics Research Tools and Instruments (SAP-RTI) grants foster and enhance the discovery, innovation and training capability of researchers in the field of subatomic physics at a Canadian university by supporting the purchase of research equipment and installations. To apply for SAP-RTI categories 2 or 3, applicants must first submit a notification of intent to… Read more »
Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC Discovery and RTI Grants competitions. Research Initiatives & Services will no longer be completing the… Read more »
The Subatomic Physics Major Resources Support (SAP-MRS) program provides funding assistance for major and unique national and international research resources based in Canada to remain in a state of readiness for access by Canadian subatomic physics researchers. The program also enables Canadian researchers to come together as national user consortia to access a necessary major… Read more »
**Please note October 1, 2026 deadline for full application requesting $500,000 or more per year** Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC… Read more »
The Subatomic Physics (SAP) Discovery Grants program (project) supports the development and sustainability of a diverse, high-quality research base in the natural sciences and engineering (NSE) at Canadian universities, fosters research excellence and strengthens the research training environment. To apply for a SAP Discovery Grant (project), applicants must first submit a notification of intent to… Read more »
Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC Discovery and RTI Grants competitions. Research Initiatives & Services will no longer be completing the… Read more »
The Subatomic Physics Discovery Grants program (individual) supports the development and sustainability of a diverse, high-quality research base in the natural sciences and engineering (NSE) at Canadian universities, fosters research excellence and strengthens the research training environment. To apply for a SAP Discovery Grant (individual), applicants must first submit a notification of intent to apply… Read more »
Academic Units with both an Associate Dean of Research (ADR) and a unit Grants Facilitation Officer (GFO) are assuming the responsibility for institutional review and electronic submission of applications for the CIHR Project, SSHRC Insight, SSHRC Insight Development, and NSERC Discovery and RTI Grants competitions. Research Initiatives & Services will no longer be completing the… Read more »
The Discovery Grants program supports the development and sustainability of a diverse, high-quality research base in the natural sciences and engineering (NSE) at Canadian universities, fosters research excellence and strengthens the research training environment. To apply for a DG, applicants must first submit a notification of intent to apply (NOI) by the deadline date. The… Read more »
Nominators are advised to contact Ellen Steinhauer , Awards and Honours, Office of the Vice President, Research and Innovation, for information on this program. Since 1998, the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science program has recognized and celebrated eminent women in science throughout the world. The 2027 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards will honour five… Read more »
In response to the revolutionary potential promised by the integration of autonomous systems into defence and security operations, the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF) are seeking to advance methods to assess, calibrate, and maintain trust in real-time when humans work with autonomous systems. DND/CAF is seeking innovative solutions to independently… Read more »
The Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF) is a contribution program established by the federal government in 1986. It is managed by Public Safety Canada (PS) in partnership with other federal, provincial and territorial search and rescue (SAR) organizations. SAR NIF provides funding for projects that will improve Canada’s search and rescue system,… Read more »
To support the recruitment of top international research talent, the Government is launching the Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards, a new one-time only initiative administered by the three federal research funding agencies: the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). With a $133.6 million… Read more »
PLEASE NOTE: an LOI is required to be submitted the lead principal investigator to be eligible for consideration. RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to… Read more »
PLEASE NOTE: an LOI is required to be submitted the lead principal investigator to be eligible for consideration. RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to… Read more »
The AI Sovereign Compute Infrastructure Program (SCIP) is a key initiative under the Canadian Sovereign AI Compute Strategy that advances Canada’s leadership in AI by delivering on historic investments from Budget 2024 and Budget 2025. This program is being delivered, in part, through an open call for applications to build a large-scale sovereign public AI supercomputer for Canadian researchers and innovators…. Read more »
The newly launched De Chastelain Scholarship Programme, supported by the Governments of Ireland and Canada, offers awards of up to CAD $16,500 to support short research visits (3–6 weeks) between Canada and Ireland. The programme is open to researchers and academics across all disciplines. While it is framed around peace and reconciliation, this is understood in its broadest sense —… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. A new joint funding opportunity between SSHRC and South Africa’s National Research Foundation has been launched. South… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada. The… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada. The… Read more »
CSA Group is pleased to announce the launch of the Explore Research Program, a new forward-looking research effort designed to support projects that help Canada anticipate and address emerging challenges. As part of this launch, we are accepting proposals for two high-priority research initiatives: Protecting Canada’s Freshwater Securing Canada’s Communications Future One or both of… Read more »
On Monday, April 13, 2026, WorkplaceNL will start accepting preliminary proposal applications for the General Research Stream. The general research stream is an annual call for research proposals from qualified researchers. Research proposals must demonstrate a clear focus on the promotion of workplace health and safety. The Preliminary Proposal Application Guide and Form, plus important program details about eligibility,… Read more »
On Monday, April 13, 2026, WorkplaceNL will start accepting preliminary proposal applications for the General Research Stream. The general research stream is an annual call for research proposals from qualified researchers. Research proposals must demonstrate a clear focus on the promotion of workplace health and safety. The Preliminary Proposal Application Guide and Form, plus important program details about eligibility,… Read more »
CIHR-IHDCYH has a vision of better beginnings, vibrant childhoods and empowered youth through research that makes a difference, as outlined in our Strategic Plan 2022-2026. One of the Institute’s three key priorities is to build capacity, which includes supporting key infrastructure and advancing greater access to data. CIHR and other funding agencies have invested heavily in… Read more »
CIHR-IHDCYH has a vision of better beginnings, vibrant childhoods and empowered youth through research that makes a difference, as outlined in our Strategic Plan 2022-2026. One of the Institute’s three key priorities is to build capacity, which includes supporting key infrastructure and advancing greater access to data. CIHR and other funding agencies have invested heavily in… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Canada and Taiwan enjoy long-standing cooperation in science, technology and innovation. Recognizing the importance of international research… Read more »
RIS will be offering support with application development for this opportunity. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Jennifer Stevens (v5js@mun.ca) or Dr. Amanda Crompton (ajcrompt@mun.ca) early during the development process to discuss the services available to them. Canada and Taiwan enjoy long-standing cooperation in science, technology and innovation. Recognizing the importance of international research… Read more »
Dimensions Canada publicly recognizes postsecondary institutions seeking to increase equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in their environments and across the research ecosystem. This will support equitable access to funding opportunities, increase equitable and inclusive participation, and embed EDI-related considerations in research design and practices. The Dimensions program was co-developed during a pilot period (2018-2023) with… Read more »
The Mitacs – Horizon Europe IMA is designed to support Canadian faculty and eligible small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in consortium-building and proposal development under Horizon Europe Pillar II. This offering will provide short-term funding to facilitate travel and in-person engagement with European collaborators – addressing a well-recognized barrier to meaningful participation in one of… Read more »
PLEASE NOTE: The deadline for this competition has been adjusted to May 4th, 2026. Please note: The application form has a requirement that applicants incorporate the principles of EDI-AR into their application. Any application that fails to incorporate EDI-AR will not be approved for funding. No supplemental materials are permitted in the Application, with the… Read more »
HFSP Research Grants support innovative basic research into fundamental biological problems with emphasis placed on novel and interdisciplinary approaches that involve scientific exchanges across national and disciplinary boundaries (see guidelines). Participation of scientists from disciplines outside the traditional life sciences such as biophysics, chemistry, computational biology, computer science, engineering, mathematics, nanoscience or physics is recommended because such collaborations have opened… Read more »
The 2026 Panmure House Prize is now open for submissions, offering $75,000 USD to support bold, high-impact research on the long‑term funding of innovation, in the spirit of Adam Smith and centred on forging practical and original solutions to global challenges. Applications are now being accepted, with submissions closing at 17:00 (BST) on Tuesday 28 April 2026. This global prize… Read more »