The Canadian Cancer Society’s (CCS) Research Training Awards program aims to support growth and innovation in the next generation of diverse cancer researchers across Canada at the master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral levels. This program seeks to build inclusive capacity in all areas of cancer research, while fostering interdisciplinary learning, knowledge translation, mentorship, and patient & community engagement opportunities. By supporting a diverse pool of talented researchers, the program will contribute to reshaping cancer research to be more equitable, inclusive, and impactful.

The Sustainable Agriculture Research Initiative Connection Grants are a one-time initiative intended to support interdisciplinary and intersectoral events and outreach activities focused on short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization, bringing together those working to advance sustainable agricultural sectors and food systems to support a just transition to net-zero in Canada.

The Burroughs Wellcome Fund aims to stimulate the growth of new connections between thinkers working in largely disconnected fields, who, together, may change the course of climate change’s impact on human health. Between Fall 2023 and Summer 2026, we will dedicate $1 million to supporting small, early-stage grants of $2,500–$50,000 toward achieving this goal.

The Investigators in the Pathogenesis of Infectious Disease (PATH) program provides opportunities for assistant professors to bring multidisciplinary approaches to the study of human infectious diseases. The goal of the program is to provide opportunities for accomplished investigators at the assistant professor level to study what happens at the points where the systems of humans and potentially infectious agents connect.

The CIMVHR fellowship initiative was developed to recognize leading experts who demonstrate exceptional research advancements in military, Veteran and family health and well-being. These experts show outstanding leadership and research advancements within their field, while promoting CIMVHR’s mission within communities of researchers and policymakers.

Recognize excellence. Nominate your colleagues today: https://cimvhr.ca/cimvhr-fellows/

If you are interested in being nominated for one of these fellowships, please contact the Office of Research Services (ahacquo1@lakeheadu.ca) by June 1, 2026.

Submission Deadline: July 7th, 2026, 1:00 PM ET.

Global Affairs Canada has announced a call for project applications to the "Building Prosperity through Canada-Mexico Academic Collaboration" program. Lakehead may submit more than one institutional application, with an internal deadline of May 29, 2026 (the external deadline is June 11).  Projects may take place in Canada or Mexico, and mobility activities may flow in either direction.  Eligible project activities include: 

• Knowledge sharing (conferences, workshops, roundtables, panels), 
• Training initiatives; 
• Research initiatives; 
• Scholarships (students) and fellowships (faculty)

Projects must have at least one academic partner institution in Mexico but may also include non-academic partners. Your project proposal will outline how you will implement the activities involving the following eligible groups:

• Canadian and Mexican students—including college and undergraduate students, as well as individuals enrolled in master’s or doctoral studies (citizenship or permanent resident status required);
• Canadian and Mexican researchers—including post-doctoral, academic and professional researchers associated with a recognized academic or research institution; and/or
• Canadian and Mexican academics—including both tenured and non-tenured faculty members.

Proposed projects must advance one or more of the following five thematic priorities:

1. Environmental Sustainability, Energy Transition, and Natural Resources
   Academic collaboration supporting environmental sustainability, secure and sustainable energy systems, and responsible natural resource management.
   
   
2. Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Technologies, and Innovation
   Academic collaboration supporting study and innovation in emerging and enabling technologies, including artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and related fields.
   
   
3. Food Security and Agri-food Systems
   Academic collaboration supporting food security, sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture, agri-tech innovation, and resilient agri-food systems and supply chains.
   
   
4. Public Health and Health Technologies
   Academic collaboration supporting innovation and knowledge exchange in public health, health systems, and health technologies.
   
   
5. Security, Resilience, and Emergency Preparedness
   Academic collaboration supporting dialogue, research, and training related to defence, cybersecurity, preparedness, and resilience.

For full details see the call announcement at: https://www.international.gc.ca/education/academic_relations_program_programme_relations_academiques/cmac-cacm.aspx?lang=eng

DATES: Projects will run from August 1, 2026-December 2027

FUNDING: From $40,000 up to $250,000 per project

TO APPLY: Attached please find the application package (application form, budget template, and RPAF) and return to Jill Sherman, intl.research@lakeheadu.ca.  For study exchanges, please consult with Lakehead International prior to submitting a proposal (contact: Ms. Anna Choi, Anna Choi, echoi@lakeheadu.ca).

Lakehead has dozens of partnerships in Mexico; for assistance in liaising with partner institutions, please contact Jill Sherman at intl.research@lakeheadu.ca or Maiko Scorgie <coordinator.gem@lakeheadu.ca. 

In Canada, lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths, yet it remains one of the most underfunded in terms of research. To address this major issue, the Cancer Research Society is investing $2 million in translational research on this disease.

This program will support 4 research projects aimed at:

• Improving early detection of lung cancer
• Developing more effective treatments
• Understanding the mechanisms of resistance to current therapies