Identification of Funding Sponsor(s)

When a researcher is attempting to identify various sources of research funding (both internal and external) they need to be aware that each funding source has its own specific application process. Memorial University provides direct services for:

  • • Chairs
  • • Grants: External & Internal
  • • Sponsored Research Programs
  • • Prizes & Awards

Available Funding:

Research Funding Database

Link: https://research-tools.mun.ca/funding/opportunities/

A searchable and sortable database of available awards, grants, funds and other opportunities for Memorial University researchers

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Link: https://www.mun.ca/hss/

The Research Funding Tracker is the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences central hub for all things related to research funding and grants

CIHR (Canadian Institutes of Health Research)

CIHR is Canada’s primary federal agency for health research. More information about their full range of programs can be found on the CIHR web site: http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/37788.html

NSERC (Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada)

NSERC is Canada’s primary federal agency for research in science and engineering. More information about their full range of programs can be found on the NSERC web site:http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/index_eng.asp

SSHRC (Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council)

SSHRC is Canada’s primary federal agency for social science and humanities research. More information about their full range of programs can be found on the SSHRC web site:http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/index-eng.aspx

MITACS

Through unique research and training programs, MITACS is developing the next generation of innovators with vital scientific and business skills. In partnership with companies, government and academia, Mitacs offers a number of programs which a researcher may apply for.

Link: https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs

Should researchers feel they require support in identifying additional sources of research funding, they are encouraged to reach out to their respective faculty grant coordinators for additional assistance.

Link: https://www.mun.ca/research/funding/grants/facilitators.php