research grants

how to apply: 

investigators worldwide contributing to the detection or deterrence of performance-enhancing drugs are eligible for pcc grants.

there are no maximum or minimal amounts for grant applications, though the average funding amount is roughly $200,000. to date, more than 250 projects have been funded in more than 23 countries worldwide. approximately 30% of applicants are awarded pcc funding.

pcc grant applications are subject to a thorough, expert-led peer review process. be sure to visit our website to review the full updated list of research priorities of the pcc. applications are required to be related to at least one research priority. funding recommendations are made by the pcc’s 12 member scientific advisory board based on a submission’s submission’s impact on anti-doping, overall quality of the application, proposed budget, and likelihood of success. final funding decisions are made by the board of governors.

grant cycle deadlines:
pre-applications are due february 1st and august 1st of each year. applicants invited to submit full applications must do so by march 1st and september 1st, depending on the cycle (30 days after the pre-application due date).

for more information, please contact jill sherman at intl.research@lakeheadu.ca.

external deadline: 
thursday, february 1, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

research grants

how to apply: 

our grants support and encourage legal writing that is of value to canadian lawyers, notaries and judges in their day-to-day work in the law and in the administration of justice. our grants are generally in amounts greater than $5,000 and less than or equal to $15,000.

we provide funds for legal research that falls into three broad categories:
  • 1research and writing that emphasizes the statement of existing rules of law, which is often called doctrinal research.
  • 2research that relates to the workings of the legal system.
  • 3research that relates to developments in fields peripheral to legal doctrine, such as criminology, psychology, psychiatry, sociology and economics, and their relationship to rules of law.
external deadline: 
thursday, february 29, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

nserc-french agence nationale de la recherche (anr) call for proposals on quantum technologies

how to apply: 

canada and france enjoy long-standing cooperation in science, technology and innovation. recognizing the importance of international collaboration in promoting scientific discoveries, the natural sciences and engineering research council of canada (nserc) and france’s agence nationale de la recherche (anr) have signed a memorandum of understanding (mou) on research cooperation. the mou provides an overarching framework to explore new collaborative research and innovation opportunities between canadian and french research communities.

in support of collaborative work under this mou, and to support priority areas identified by the canada-france joint committee on science, technology, and innovation, nserc and anr are partnering to fund collaborative research projects on quantum science and technologies, specifically in the area of quantum computing hardware and software. this call will support canada’s national quantum strategy.

this call for research proposals aims to foster scientific collaborations and knowledge exchange between leading-edge researchers in canada and france, driving advancements in the rapidly evolving field of quantum technologies. this call aims to support collaborative research projects that address fundamental challenges and explore cutting-edge applications in the field of quantum technologies. through these joint projects, we aim to leverage the unique expertise and resources of both canadian and french academic research excellence.

this collaborative opportunity with anr is open to scientific challenges in quantum science that aim to advance the national quantum strategy (nqs) – mission: make canada a world leader in the continued development, deployment and use of quantum computing hardware and software by advancing research in any of the following areas of quantum technologies, or a combination thereof:

  • quantum algorithms/encryption, including post-quantum cryptography
  • quantum communications
  • quantum computing
  • quantum materials
  • quantum sensing
for more information, please contact jill sherman at intl.research@lakeheadu.ca.
external deadline: 
thursday, march 28, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

special call: clean tech

how to apply: 
mitacs has just opened up this years clean tech call to ontario! 
december 6 is a really short turn around time, but if at all possible the increased leveraging is a great opportunity to get those projects supported. 

please see the website linked above for more details but a quick summary of the offering from our website: 

  • dec 6, 2023 submission deadline
  • 15,000 cad per internship unit (iu): 5,000 cad partner contribution + 10,000 cad mitacs contribution; or  
  • 17,500 cad per internship unit (iu): 7,500 cad partner contribution + 10,000 cad mitacs contribution 
  • applies to new submissions only 
  • all applications must include named interns to be considered. maximum of 6 (six) discounted internship units per named intern at the time of submission. interns can have more than 6 internship units. however, any additional units beyond the first 6 will be at standard funding.  
  • standard funding will apply for any unnamed (to be determined: “tbd”) internship units. tbd internship units will not be eligible for this special offer. once 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 are identified, they remain at standard funding.  
  • total limit of 50 ius per project (including discounted and standard funding internship units).  
  • post-submission and in-project changes to internship dates and intern replacements will be allowed for the discounted and standard funding units. no additional internship units will be discounted following submission.  
external deadline: 
wednesday, december 6, 2023
agency: 
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

conference and workshop grant

how to apply: 

this grant program supports meetings and events that promote the development of inclusive communities of anthropologists and advance significant and innovative research. conferences that we support are public events directed at large audiences of anthropologists. we prioritize scholarly gatherings that bring together members of large, international anthropological organizations. workshops that we support are closed meetings focused on pressing topics in anthropology. small groups of scholars gather for several days to work intensively on particular themes. our aim is to help organizers make these conferences and workshops more inclusive and accessible by covering costs for scholars who might not otherwise be able to attend.

for more information, please contact jill sherman at intl.research@lakeheadu.ca.

external deadline: 
friday, december 1, 2023
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

connection grants

how to apply: 

connection grants are expected to respond to the objectives of the research partnerships program.

these grants support events and outreach activities geared toward short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization initiatives. these events and activities represent opportunities to exchange knowledge and engage with participants on research issues they  value. events and outreach activities funded by a connection grant can often serve as a first step toward more comprehensive and longer-term projects.

connection grants support workshops, colloquiums, conferences, forums, summer institutes or other events or outreach activities that facilitate:

  • disciplinary and/or interdisciplinary exchanges in the social sciences and humanities;
  • scholarly exchanges between those working in the social sciences and humanities and those working in other research fields;
  • intersectoral exchanges between academic researchers in the social sciences and humanities and researchers and practitioners from the public, private and/or not-for-profit sectors; and/or
  • international research collaboration and scholarly exchanges with researchers, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 and non-academic partners from other countries.
external deadline: 
thursday, february 1, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

energy innovation program smart grid regulatory innovation capacity building call for proposals

how to apply: 

the regulatory innovation capacity building focus area under the smart grid call for proposals seeks to support innovation in the economic regulation of canada’s electricity systems. this will be accomplished by funding projects that are related to regulatory experimentation, regulatory sandboxes, and capacity building within organizations for regulatory innovation. these projects should promote cooperation and information sharing among actors operating within canada’s electricity systems, enable the creation and adoption of innovative approaches for the economic regulation of these systems, and create the conditions for meaningful participation and engagement in the regulatory ecosystem.

specifically, the objectives of this focus area are to:

  1. promote regulatory experimentation necessary to support electrical grid modernization.
  2. support the development of the skills, knowledge, and expertise required for enabling regulatory innovation and experimentation in grid modernization.
  3. accelerate the adoption of flexible regulatory procedures needed for the adoption of innovation in the electrical grid and increase participation and learning from innovation in a regulatory context.
  4. advance inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility (idea) in the electricity sector.
external deadline: 
wednesday, january 31, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

energy innovation program smart grid demonstration call for proposals

how to apply: 

the demonstration focus area will provide support to projects which demonstrate innovation in smart grid technologies/solutions, and market or contract mechanisms (innovations may be jurisdiction specific). specifically, the objectives of this focus area are to:

  • accelerate grid modernization to better utilize the capacity of existing electricity assets; increase the reliability, resiliency, and flexibility of the power system; and increase the penetration of distributed energy resources.
  • improve customer accessibility of grid-integrated solutions which provide more affordable energy and lower total greenhouse gas emissions.
  • sufficiently represent a given electric system to meaningfully inform future deployment considerations.
  • address well-defined market gaps with a proposal to build business solutions.
  • advance inclusivity, diversity, equity, and accessibility (idea) in the electricity sector.

mandatory criteria:

  • involve the electricity distribution system
  • share knowledge and insights to enhance public awareness
external deadline: 
wednesday, january 10, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

kix call for proposals: knowledge and innovation for supporting teacher professional development, agency, and well-being

eligibility: 

general eligibility criteria for all grant types 

proposals must be submitted by nationally/internationally registered or incorporated organizations. these could include, inter alia, research institutions, universities, think tanks, network secretariats, associations, civil society organizations, non-profits, or the private sector.  

applicants must have independent legal status (or “legal personality”), be capable of contracting in their own right and name, receiving and administering funds, and have the authority to direct proposed project activities. applicants must be able to demonstrate their legal status through written documentation. legal status will only be reviewed if and when applicants are selected following technical selection. 

proposals may be submitted by individual organizations, or by consortia of up to three organizations. proposals from consortia must name one lead organization, which can subgrant to the others. proposals from, or that include, private sector partners should demonstrate how private sector resources – financial or technical knowhow - will contribute to the project. organizations/consortia must have a strong presence and track record of work in the education sector of gpe partner countries. 

how to apply: 

idrc and the global partnership for education (gpe) are pleased to invite proposals for applied research projects that generate and mobilize evidence in support of contextualizing and scaling the impact of promising or proven innovative approaches to strengthen teacher professional development, agency, and well-being, in gpe partner countries. 

while the broader domain of teacher professional development, agency, and well-being encompasses numerous significant aspects, this request for proposals focuses on two issues that can make a difference in teaching and learning. the challenges are:  

  • improving the quality and scope of teacher education and development. 
  • supporting teacher agency and well-being. 

gpe and innovation exchange (kix) aims to respond to these challenges by doing the following:  

  • generating evidence about how to scale the impact of innovative approaches that address the challenges of teacher professional development, agency, and well-being. 
  • strengthening the capacities of relevant stakeholders to use that knowledge and innovation. 
  • mobilizing the evidence developed to improve policy and practice in education systems. 

the objectives of this call are to:  

  • generate evidence about how to scale the impact of promising or proven innovative approaches to address challenges of teacher professional development, agency, and well-being.  
  • strengthen the capacities of relevant stakeholders to use that knowledge and innovation.  
  • mobilize the evidence developed to improve policy and practice in education systems. 
 
eligibility

this funding opportunity is open to either individual organizations or consortia of up to three organizations working in global partnership for education partner countries. specific eligibility requirements, including funding and duration, vary across the three types of grants available (single country, multi-country and regional/global). please consult the detailed call document for more specific eligibility requirements. 

specific eligibility criteria for the three grant types 

kix will prioritize funding to organizations based in low- and middle-income countries (lmics).  

single-country grant proposals must be submitted by eligible national organizations based in the country of focus. they may apply as individual organizations or lead a consortium that includes other organizations from within or outside the country.   

multi-country grant proposals must be submitted by an organization based in a low- or middle-income country. other consortium members may include organizations from within or outside the region; national, regional, or international offices of multi-lateral organizations; or international ngos.   

regional/global grant proposals may be submitted by any organization that meets the general eligibility criteria, as an individual organization or leading a consortium.

for more information, please contact jill sherman at intl.research@lakeheadu.ca.

external deadline: 
monday, january 15, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

kix call for proposals: knowledge and innovation for inclusive early learning and school readiness

eligibility: 

general eligibility criteria for all grant types 

proposals must be submitted by nationally/internationally registered or incorporated organizations. these could include, inter alia, research institutions, universities, think tanks, network secretariats, associations, civil society organizations, non-profits, or the private sector.  

applicants must have independent legal status (or “legal personality”), be capable of contracting in their own right and name, receiving and administering funds, and have the authority to direct proposed project activities. applicants must be able to demonstrate their legal status through written documentation. legal status will only be reviewed if and when applicants are selected following technical selection. 

proposals may be submitted by individual organizations, or by consortia of up to three organizations. proposals from consortia must name one lead organization, which can subgrant to the others. proposals from, or that include, private sector partners should demonstrate how private sector resources – financial or technical knowhow - will contribute to the project. organizations/consortia must have a strong presence and track record of work in the education sector of gpe partner countries. 

kix will prioritize funding to organizations based in low- and middle-income countries (lmics).  

single-country grant proposals must be submitted by eligible national organizations based in the country of focus. they may apply as individual organizations or lead a consortium that includes other organizations from within or outside the country.   

multi-country grant proposals must be submitted by an organization based in a low- or middle-income country. other consortium members may include organizations from within or outside the region; national, regional, or international offices of multi-lateral organizations; or international ngos.   

regional/global grant proposals may be submitted by any organization that meets the general eligibility criteria, as an individual organization or leading a consortium.  

how to apply: 

idrc and the global partnership for education (gpe) are pleased to invite proposals for applied research projects that will generate and mobilize evidence in support of contextualizing and scaling the impact of innovative approaches to strengthen inclusive early learning and school readiness in gpe partner countries. 

within the overarching topic of inclusive early learning and school readiness, this call for proposals specifically focuses on two fundamental issues that have the potential to impact children’s learning significantly. the challenges are:  

  • inclusive early learning pedagogy. 
  • foundational skills for a smooth transition and school readiness. 

the gpe knowledge and innovation exchange (kix) aims to respond to these challenges by doing the following:  

  • generating evidence about how to scale the impact of innovative approaches to promote inclusive early learning and school readiness.  
  • strengthening the capacities of relevant stakeholders to use that knowledge and innovation. 
  • mobilizing the evidence developed to improve policy and practice in education systems. 
eligibility

this funding opportunity is open to either individual organizations or consortia of up to three organizations working in global partnership for education partner countries. specific eligibility requirements, including funding and duration, vary across the three types of grants available (single country, multi-country and regional/global). please consult the detailed call document for more specific eligibility requirements. 

the objectives of this call are to do the following:  

  • generate knowledge and evidence on how to scale the impact of innovative approaches to promote inclusive early learning and school readiness.  
  • strengthen the capacities of relevant stakeholders to use that knowledge and innovation.  
  • mobilize the knowledge and evidence on innovative approaches to improve policy and practice in education systems.  

the deadline for the submission of proposals is january 15, 2024 (23:59 est). 

for more information, please contact jill sherman at intl.research@lakeheadu.ca.

external deadline: 
monday, january 15, 2024
funding source: 
external
funding level: 
research

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