Mitacs has launched a Thematic Call for applications to the Mitacs Globalink Research Award program.  The application deadline is November 20, 2024, for travel beginning May 2025 or later.  Projects are for a minimum of 12 weeks, up to 24 (however, standard funding is CAD 6,000).  The GRA program facilitates international collaboration through joint supervision of the student's research project.  All disciplines are eligible.

https://www.mitacs.ca/our-programs/globalink-research-award-thematic-call/

The themes include but are not limited to examples shown below.  The open theme "humanities and social innovation" supports a diverse range of SSH projects.  Some countries/partners may have their own priority themes.

1) Digital and Emerging technology (e.g. AI, Advanced Computing, Cybersecurity, Semiconductors)
2) Sustainability and Net Zero (e.g. Electric Vehicles, Critical Minerals, Hydrogen, Energy Transition, Oceans, Clean Technology)
3) Life Sciences (e.g. Biomanufacturing, Bioeconomy, Agri-Food, Agri-Tech, Health Sciences)
4) Humanities and Social Innovation (open category)

There is no co-pay and no application limits for thematic calls, however, they may be more competitive than the standard stream.

Standard eligibility criteria include registered, full-time senior undergraduates, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows (PDF), for travel in either direction (bi-directional, meaning you can either send or host a student/PDF).  However, specific country partners may have have additional requirements or restrictions.

Eligible Countries (may be limited to specific institutions):  Please see the Mitacs website for more details. 

• Australia - UG, Grad, PDF; bi-directional; 7 eligible institutions in Australia.
• Brazil - Grad and PDF; bi-directional; 16 eligible public universities in the state of Paraná
• Chile - UG, Grad, PDF; bi-directional; five eligible institutions
• France - Centre national de la recherche scientifique (CNRS) - PhD and PDF only; bi-directional; All labs identified as UMR (Unité Mixte de Recherche)  as well as UPR (Unité Propose de Recherche)
• France - French Embassy in Canada:  Outbound (to France) only; UG, Grad, PDF; all universities in France
• France - INRIA - inbound PhD only; outbound Grad only; bi-directional; nine INRIA Centres; 16 week minimum and alternative funding scheme
• France - INSERM - PhD/PDF only; bi-directional; Life science theme only
• France - Université de Lorraine - Grad and PDF only; bi-directional; authorization from U de Lorraine required prior to submission
• Germany - Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ Helmholz Association) -  PhD/PDF only; bi-directional; 10 eligible institutions; own priority themes
• Germany - Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) - PhD/PDF only; bi-directional; All KIT departments/divisions
• Korea - Grad and PDF only, TO KOREA only; all universities in Korea. Canadian Citizens/PR only.
• South Africa - PhD and PDF only; bi-directional; check list of more than 50 eligible institutions 
• Taiwan - Grad and PDF only; all universities in Taiwan; bi-directional; citizenship requirements
• UK - PhD students only; all universities in the UK; bi-directional; review priority themes.

The CCS Awards for Excellence in Cancer Research recognize individuals who have made, and are making, valuable contributions to the cancer research ecosystem in Canada. Recipients are leaders in their fields who exemplify excellence in science and outstanding service to the scientific community.

The Project Grant program is expected to:

• Support a diverse portfolio of health-related research and knowledge translation proposals at any stage, from discovery to application, including commercialization;
• Promote relevant collaborations across disciplines, professions, and sectors; and
• Contribute to the creation and use of health-related knowledge.

These grants provide short-term and timely support for partnered research activities that will inform decision-making at a single partner organization from the public, private or not-for-profit sector. The small-scale, stakeholder-driven partnerships supported through Partnership Engage Grants are meant to respond to immediate needs and time constraints facing organizations in non-academic sectors. In addressing an organization-specific need, challenge and/or opportunity, these partnerships let non-academic organizations and postsecondary researchers access each other’s unique knowledge, expertise and capabilities on topics of mutual interest.

More than just a scholarship, the three-year program offered by the Foundation aims to train engaged leaders with the skills required to turn their ideas into actions and contribute concretely to addressing the challenges of their communities, Canada, and the world. They will benefit from exchanges, networking, and events with the Foundation’s Fellows and Mentors, all of whom are leaders in their respective fields.

At the end of the process, about fifteen candidates will be selected to participate in this unique program, receiving a generous scholarship that can reach up to $210,000 in total, including:

• Up to $50,000 per year for three years to cover tuition and living expenses during their doctoral research.
• Up to $20,000 per year for three years to cover the costs of research travel, networking, participation in Foundation events, and to improve their knowledge of Canada’s official languages.

All scholarship aspirants can apply by visiting the Foundation’s website: Become a Scholar | Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation. They can come from a range of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, business schools, public health schools, and law faculties. Their research must be related to at least one of the Foundation’s four themes:

• Human Rights and Dignity
• Responsible Citizenship
• Canada and the World
• People and their Natural Environment

Doctoral Award

An opportunity for promising individuals, pursuing a PhD, to begin the process of becoming future independent investigators in the field of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

• Amount: $129,000
• Duration: 3 years
• Eligibility: Within 18 months of starting PhD program; within 36 months of starting PhD program if it is a direct entry from bachelor’s to PhD.

Postdoctoral Award

Graduates with a PhD or MD who wish to gain additional research experience within an established research environment.

• Amount: $150,000
• Duration: 2 years
• Eligibility: Graduates with a PhD or MD; Within 18 months after obtaining a PhD—can be extended if there are exceptional circumstances.

New Investigator Operating Grant

Designed to help launch the careers of outstanding researchers who are within the first 6 years of their initial academic appointment.

• Amount: $200,000
• Duration: Up to 4 years
• Eligibility: Within the first 6 years of initial faculty position

The Governor’s Award provides financial support to academics who are recognized for their expertise and research in areas important to the Bank's core functions.

The award consists of a $30,000 annual research grant for a term of up to two years, subject to an annual review and confirmation process.

 If you are interested in being nominated for this award, please contact please contact Dr. Batia Stolar, Associate VP, Research & Graduate Studies at bstolar@lakeheadu.ca.

The WSIB is now accepting proposals for the 2025 Research and Grants competition!

Initial proposal deadline: Friday, October 11, 2024

The WSIB’s Research and Grants Program aims to enhance workplace injury and illness insurance system outcomes by supporting innovative proposals that help advance our strategic mandate. The proposals funded through the program will help to strengthen Ontario's workers' compensation system and deliver on our priority of making Ontario a safer place to work.

Research priorities

The WSIB’s 2025 Research and Grants Program will focus on applied research that can help make Ontario the safest place to work. Three considerations for the competition include:

1)            how we work

2)            how we approach health and safety

3)            how we support return-to-work and recovery

The Research and Grants Program is committed to supporting the WSIB’s strategic priority of effective management through the operating practices of the program on an ongoing basis.

Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that align to the topics of interest identified in the Research and Grants agenda. Highly practical research and training proposals aligned to the four primary considerations are also accepted.

*Note: we are using a new grant management system for our application process this year. For more information about the program and how to register for the grant management system, please visit our website.