Government research contracts

Program:

AgriRisk Initiatives: Microgrants

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal Deadline

A week before submission of application.

Program Deadline

Application forms are accepted on a continuous basis until program funds have been allocated. The program ends March 31, 2023.

Research Focus:

Microgrants are available for academic research proposals that explore the development or improvement of alternative risk management tools and/or practices. The research needs to be relevant to the Canadian agriculture sector and be transferable beyond the applicant, resulting in a public good or benefit.

Note: Research activities related to existing government risk management programs in the Canadian market are ineligible under this program. Projects that seek to modify and/or adapt an existing product in another jurisdiction for use in the Canadian market are eligible.

Funding Details

Up to $25,000 per project per fiscal year to a maximum of three years of funding.

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply.
2. Review in full the Program Website.
3. Complete the Application on the Program Website.
4. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email: aafc.ari-iar.aac@canada.ca
Telephone: 1-877-246-4682
TDD/TTY: 613-773-2600

Mailing Address:
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
AgriRisk Initiatives
1341 Baseline Road
Tower 7, Floor 8, Room 240
Ottawa, ON, K1A 0C5

Program:

Digital Citizen Contribution Program

Type:

Call for proposals

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

May 28, 2021, 23:59 local time

Research Focus:

The Program aims to support democracy and social cohesion in Canada by enhancing and/or supporting efforts to counter online disinformation and other online harms and threats.

For details, please download the program guidelines .

Funding Details

up to $100,000 per project

Program submission instructions:

1. Contact the OR for a copy of the application instructions and application form.
2. Complete, sign, and date the General Application Form;
3. Attach all the required supporting documents; and
4. Send draft application and Cover Sheet to Office of Research prior to submission.
5. Email your application to pch.icn-dci.pch@canada.ca .  The email must be sent no later than 11:59 p.m. local time on the date of the application deadline for your application to be considered.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For further information, please contact:

Department of Canadian Heritage
Digital Citizen Contribution Program
25 Eddy Street
Gatineau, Quebec
K1A 0M5

Email

pch.icn-dci.pch@canada.ca

Telephone

1-866-811-0055 (toll-free, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET).

TTY

1-888-997-3123 (for people who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired, toll-free, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET))

Agents are available to answer your questions Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET).

Program:

Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North (IDEANorth)

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal deadlines:

Program deadline:

Ongoing Program

Research focus areas:

Inclusive Diversification and Economic Advancement in the North (IDEANorth) makes foundational investments in economic infrastructure, sector development and capacity building to help position Northerners in the territories to take advantage of Canada's innovation economy.

IDEANorth helps enable Northerners to take advantage of northern economic opportunities to grow a strong, diverse, and sustainable economy in Canada's North. IDEANorth supports community economic growth through investments in small-scale infrastructure to allow communities and businesses to extend services and by supporting the early stages of large-scale infrastructure projects.

Program overview:
IDEANorth:

• Is administered by the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), and promotes economic development in the North in order to strengthen territorial economies and increase economic participation by Northerners;
• Replaces the Strategic Investments in Northern Economic Development (SINED) program to better align, advance, encourage and support broader economic opportunities as well as the specific economic and business needs of each territory;
• Accepts project proposals through a combination of targeted calls for expressions of interest (EOIs) and a continuous intake process throughout the year;
• Allows for the use of both non-repayable and repayable Contribution Agreements, thereby expanding the funding mechanisms available to support the diverse needs of proponents.

Expected results
Expected results of the IDEANorth program include:

• Strong, stable territorial economy for the benefit of Northerners and all Canadians
• Increased economic development and diversification
• Partnerships established with Northern governments and organizations
• Increased capacity of Northerners to respond to economic development opportunities
• Expanded multi-user infrastructure that support economic development

Program streams
The IDEANorth program will be implemented through four program streams:

• Stream 1: Sector & Capacity Development - Foundational investments to advance territorial economic growth and sector development
• Stream 2: Business Scale-Up and Productivity - Targeted investments to SMEs, start-ups and entrepreneurs to expand their businesses, accelerate business growth, and enhance productivity and competitiveness.
• Stream 3: Small Scale Economic Infrastructure - Small-scale economic infrastructure development through construction of new or improvement of existing multi-user community infrastructure.
• Stream 4: Economic Infrastructure Studies (large scale) - Advancing foundational economic infrastructure investments by supporting pre-construction readiness.

Funding:

Up to $6 million (The maximum CanNor contribution to eligible project costs will be 80).

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply.
2. Review in full the Program Website.
3. Follow the detailed instructions which can be found in Section 4.0 Intake and assessment of the IDEANorth program guidelines.
4. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
5. Submit your completed, Office of Research signed, Application to: cannor.operations.cannor@canada.ca.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email: cannor.operations.cannor@canada.ca

Program:

Data and Sample Mining (DM) or Research Models (RM)

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

4^th June, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. (ET)

Research Focus:

This call for proposals is divided in two categories:

Topic 1 (Data and Sample mining) solicits proposals for scientific analysis, using databases or samples derived from existing collections to improve the understanding of the risks of spaceflight or for initial validation of new countermeasures; and

Topic 2 (Research Model), soliciting proposals for research using non-human subject research models such as animals, cells, organoids, cell-free systems and model organisms.

The studies selected for this AO are expected to be precursors of Canadian investigations on the ISS or other space research platforms

For more information, please visit the program website.

Funding Details

Maximum amount per grant: two funding categories:

• Topic 1 (Data and Sample mining (DM)): up to $70,000 for a maximum duration of one (1) year.
• Topic 2 (Research Model (RM)): up to $150,000 for a maximum duration of two (2) years.

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the OR contact of your intent to apply.
2. Read the program guidelines for the list of required documentation.
3. Create an account at the Electronic Proposal Portal.
4. Send the Cover Sheet and draft application to the OR contact for review and signature.
5. Submit the application using the Electronic Proposal Portal.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions, applicants shall use the following generic email address (asc.santespatiale-spacehealth.csa@canada.ca). Questions and will be posted on the CSA website in the Frequently Asked Questions section. The CSA will respond to questions received before 2:00 PM (EDT), May 28th 2021

Program:

Deep Space Food Challenge – Phase 1

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of deadline

Phase 1 Deadline

July 30, 2021 at 5:00 PM Central Time

Key Dates

• Phase 1 – Design Report Deadline: July 30, 2021
• Up to 10 Semi-Finalists Announced: Fall 2021
• Phase 2 – Kitchen Demonstration Deadline: Summer 2022
• Up to 4 Finalists Announced: Fall 2022
• Phase 3 – Full System Demonstration Deadline: Late Fall 2023/Early Winter 2024
• Canadian Grand Prize Winner Announced: Spring 2024

Research Focus:

The Canadian Space Agency has developed, in collaboration with NASA, the Deep Space Food Challenge.

The Challenge seeks to create novel food production technologies that require minimal inputs (materials, energy, water, etc.) and maximize safe, nutritious, and palatable food.

As space missions increase in duration and extend further away from Earth there is a need to reduce the resupply of food from Earth while at the same time provide astronauts enjoyable, yet nutritious foods, to ensure they remain at their physical and psychological best.

For more information, please visit the program website.

Prize Amounts

Program submission instructions:

1. Registering interest before submitting an application (optional)
2. Read program guidelines.
3. Send draft application and Cover Sheet to Office of Research prior to submission.
4.  Submit to the Deep Space Food Challenge by using the online form

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions or clarifications regarding The Deep Space Food Challenge, please contact the Canadian Space Agency team: mailto:ASC.DefiAEL-DSFChallenge.CSA@canada.ca

Program:

Development of enabling space technologies (9F063-190729/A)

Type:

Request for Proposal (RFP)

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

Research Focus:

CSA is seeking bids to develop and advance seven (7) Priority Technologies that are in line with the Canada Space Agency’s (CSA) priorities and mission roadmaps. Priority Technologies (PT) are those that have been established by the CSA as the critical technologies to be developed to meet the objectives set forth by the Canadian Space Strategy.

PT#1 Wide-Field Astronomical Imaging in UV/Optical – Critical Technologies

PT#2 Enabling Technologies for the Exploration of New Worlds – microsatellite opportunity

PT#3 Enabling Technologies for the Exploration of New Worlds – technologies for future payload opportunities

PT#4 Mass and Volume Reduction for Planetary Exploration Instrument

PT#5 SAR High Speed On-Board Processing

PT#6 Cloud-computing for Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) processing

PT#7 Block Chaining in service of Earth Observation Big Data

Funding Details

Depending on the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) covered by each technology development, contract periods are expected to vary between 14 and 24 months.

Program submission instructions:

1. Set up Epost Connect service

This bid solicitation requires bidders to use the epost Connect service provided by Canada Post Corporation to transmit their bid electronically. Bidders must refer to Part 2 entitled Bidder Instructions, and Part 3 entitled Bid Preparation Instructions, of the bid solicitation, for further information.

For bidders needing to register with epost Connect the email address is:

tpsgc.dgareceptiondessoumissions-abbidreceiving.pwgsc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

Interested Bidders must register a few days prior to solicitation closing date.

For more information, please visit Section 2 of the program guidelines.

2. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
3. Prepare the Bid in accordance with the Part 3 of the Proposal Guidelines

Section I: Technical and Managerial Bid

Section II: Financial Bid

Section III: Certification.

4. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Anca Jurca
Email: anca.jurca@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca
Phone: (514) 415-423

Program:

Earth system science data analyses

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity

Internal Deadline

2 weeks before program deadline

Program Deadline

October 6, 2020, no later than 11:59 p.m. (EDT)

Research Focus:

The primary objectives of this AO are:

• To advance understanding of physical and chemical processes in the Earth system; and
• To develop or improve analytical and computational models of any aspect of the Earth system.

These objectives are supported by the following secondary objectives:

• To develop synergies using complementary data;
• To calibrate and validate new data from space missions; and
• To stimulate research aligned with national and international priorities

Funding Details

• Estimated total amount for this Announcement of Opportunity (AO): $4 million
• Eligible recipients: Canadian universities
• Grants or contributions: Grants
• Maximum amount per project: $250,000
• Maximum timeframe of the project: Three years
• Estimated project start date: 30 March, 2021

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply
2. Complete and submit the Notice of Intent – Stage 1
3. Follow subsequent instructions received from the Canadian Space Agency
4. Complete and submit Application – Stage 2
5. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions related to the AO, applicants shall use the following generic email address: asc.atmospheriques-atmospheric.csa@canada.ca. Questions and answers related to this AO will be posted on the CSA website in the Frequently asked questions section of this AO. The CSA will respond to questions received before 4 p.m. (ET) on September 16, 2020.

Program:

Flights and Fieldwork for the Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST 2021)

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity (AO)

Internal Deadline

A week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

15^th October, 2021 at 14:00 ET

Research Focus:

In accordance with the Space Strategy for Canada, the main objectives of the FAST AO 2021 are to:

• Develop and maintain a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified personnel (HQPs) in space-related areas in Canada;
• Increase the value of students for future employers in the space sector by exposing them to practical experiences that enable them to acquire space science and technology knowledge and skills sought by, among others, the industry;
• Increase scientific knowledge and/or develop new technologies.

Please see program guidelines for more information.

Funding Details

• Maximum amount per grant (3 funding categories):
  • Category A: $300,000
  • Category B: $100,000
  • Category C: $40,000
• Maximum duration of a project per grant:
  • Category A and B: up to three years
  • Category C: up to one year

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the program guidelines
2. Complete the account creation request at the electronic proposal portal. Please note that Google Chrome is the browser of choice for submissions. Supported browsers are Google Chrome and Internet Explorer with some restrictions.
3. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
4. Submit Application Electronically

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519-888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions related to this AO, applicants shall use the following generic email address: asc.stedia-dstemu.csa@canada.ca.Questions and answers related to this AO will be posted on the CSA website in the FAQ Section of this AO. The CSA will not reply to questions received after October 8, 2021.

Program:

James Webb Space Telescope Early Release Science (ERS) and Cycle 1 General Observers (GO) projects

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity (AO)

Internal Deadline

A week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

23^rd July, 2021 at 14:00 ET

Research Focus:

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is in its final stage of preparation before launch and important steps are being taken to put in place its ambitious science program. As one of the international partners in this NASA's next astrophysics flagship mission, CSA has negotiated that at least five percent of JWST general observing time shall be granted to Canadian astronomers over the mission lifetime. This announcement of opportunity is to request proposals from Canadian astronomers granted observing time through NASA's Cycle 1 General Observers (GO) or the Director's Discretionary Early Release Science call for proposals.

Please see program guidelines for more information.

Funding Details

Maximum Amount per Project:

• Category A – PI/Co-PI projects: up to $90,000
• Category B – Co-I only projects: up to $25,000

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the program guidelines
2. Complete the account creation request at the electronic proposal portal.
3. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
4. Submit Application Electronically

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

JWST ERS and Cycle 1 AO
c/o  Dr. Jean Dupuis
Space Exploration Development
Canadian Space Agency
6767 Route de l'Aéroport
Saint-Hubert, Québec J3Y 8Y9

Program:

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadlines and Funding Details

• 2021 application and award Cycles 3 and 4
  • Application deadline 3: February 26, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (ET)
    • Approximate project start and end dates:  May 1, 2021 to  March 31, 2024
    • Estimated number of projects awarded: 1 to 2
    • Funding from CSA: up to $4M toward eligible costs
  • Application deadline 4: August 27, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (ET)
    • Approximate project start and end dates:  November 1, 2021 to March 31, 2024
    • Number of projects awarded: 1 to 2
    • Funding from CSA: up to $4M toward eligible costs
• 2022 application and award Cycles 5 and 6
  • Application deadline 5: February 25, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. (ET)
    • Approximate project start and end dates:  May 1, 2022 to  March 31, 2024
    • Estimated number of projects awarded: 1 to 2
    • Funding from CSA: up to $4M toward eligible costs
  • Application deadline 6: August 26, 2022, at 12:00 p.m. (ET)
    • Approximate project start and end dates:  November 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024
    • Estimated number of projects awarded: 1 to 2
    • Funding from CSA: up to $4M toward eligible costs

Research Focus:

The objective of this AO is as follows:

To support the development of a proto-flight model, and its adaptation, delivery, integration, and launch as a Canadian payload (science and/or technology) with a lunar launch or lander vehicle, which will result in a first attempt for Canada to conduct a basic R&D space demonstration of science and/or technology on the Moon and beyond (lunar surface, lunar orbit, or cis-lunar space), by 2024.

For more details, visit the program website.

Program submission instructions:

1. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
2. Completed the Application Form and additional required application components listed in section 4.0 APPLICATION REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION of the Proposal Guidelines.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
4. Applications must be mailed to the CSA at the following address:

LEAP Capability Demonstration AO
Attention: Sid Saraf
Engineering Capacity Development
Canadian Space Agency
6767 Route de l'Aéroport
Saint-Hubert, Quebec J3Y 8Y9

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions related to the AO, applicants shall use the following email address asc.paelexploration-explorationleap.csa@canada.ca.

Questions and answers related to this AO will be posted on the CSA website in the Frequently asked questions section of this AO. The CSA will respond to questions received 2 business weeks before each award cycle application deadline.

Program:

Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program (LEAP) Planetary Science Investigation Grants 2021-2026

Type:

Announcement of opportunity (AO)

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

Research Focus:

The objective of this AO is to support research activities related to advancing knowledge of the Moon as outlined in the Canadian Space Exploration – Science and Space Health Priorities for Next Decade and Beyond (2017).

To be eligible, projects supported under this AO must contribute to the following CSA's 2020-2021 Departmental Plan

The CSA expectations from selected proposals are:

• advancement of lunar science and technology (S&T) through space research and development;
• increased output of scientific knowledge that will help Canada to position itself for participation in future lunar international planetary exploration missions; and
• increased collaborations amongst scientists and supply of scientists with PhDs in Canada who have experience in lunar planetary science research.

For more information, please visit the program website.

Funding Details

Summary of key information

• Estimated total amount for the Announcement of Opportunity (AO): $1.8 million
• Eligible recipients: Canadian universities and post-secondary institutions
• Grants or contributions: Grants
• Maximum amount per project: $900,000
• Maximum timeframe of the project: Five (5) years

Program submission instructions:

1. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
2. Completed the Application Form and additional required application components listed in section 4.0 APPLICATION REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION of the Proposal Guidelines.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
4. Upload applications electronically by first completing an account creation request at the Electronic proposal portal.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions related to the AO, applicants shall use the following generic email address

asc.paelexploration-explorationleap.csa@canada.ca.

Questions and answers related to this AO will be posted on the CSA website in the Frequently asked questions section of this  AO. The CSA will respond to questions received before 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday, January 6, 2021.

Program:

Planetary and Astronomy Missions Co-Investigator 2020-2021

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity (AO)

Internal Deadline

One week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

Monday 25^th January, 2021 at 12:00 (Noon) EST

Research Focus:

The key results for CSA expected from selected proposals are:

• advancement of science and technology through space research and development
• increased output of scientific knowledge associated with Canada's participation in international planetary exploration and space astronomy missions
• increased supply of scientists with PhDs in Canada who also have experience in space mission science operations activities and data analysis

For more information, visit the program website.

Funding Details

• Eligible Recipients: Canadian universities and post-secondary institutions
• Grants or Contributions: Grants
• Maximum Amount per Project: $150,000
• Estimated Total Amount of the AO: $450,000
• Maximum Timeframe of the Project: Three (3) years, with possibility of extension of one (1) to two (2) years subject to funding availability
• Estimated Project Start Date: no earlier than March 15, 2021

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the application guide
2. Complete the account creation request at the electronic proposal portal.
3. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
4. Submit Application Electronically

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions related to the AO, Applicants shall use the following generic email address asc.explorationscience.csa@canada.ca. Questions and answers related to this AO will be posted on the CSA website in the Frequently Asked Questions section of this AO. The CSA will respond to questions received before 5:00 EST, Friday, January 15, 2021.

Sponsor:

Canadian Space Agency

Program:

Solar-terrestrial science data analyses

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity

Internal Deadline

2 weeks before program deadline

Program Deadline

October 6, 2020, no later than 11:59 p.m. (EDT)

Research Focus:

The primary objectives of this AO are:

• to advance understanding of physical processes in geospace; and
• to develop or improve analytical and computational models of geospace.

These objectives are supported by the following secondary objectives:

• to calibrate and validate new data;
• to develop synergies using complementary data; and
• to stimulate research aligned with national and international priorities.

Funding Details

• Estimated total amount for this Announcement of Opportunity (AO): $3.5 million
• Eligible recipients: Canadian universities
• Grants or contributions: Grants
• Maximum amount per project: $250,000
• Maximum timeframe of the project: Three years
• Estimated project start date: March 30, 2021

Program submission instructions:

1. 1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply
   2. Complete and submit the Notice of Intent – Stage 1
   3. Follow subsequent instructions received from the Canadian Space Agency
   4. Complete and submit Application – Stage 2
   5. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

It is the responsibility of the applicants to obtain clarification of the requirements contained herein, if necessary, before submitting an application.

Questions related to the AO should be sent to the solar-terrestrial science email address. Questions and answers related to this AO will be posted on the CSA website in the Frequently asked questions section of this AO. The CSA will respond to questions received before 4 p.m. (ET) on September 16, 2020.

Program:

National Contaminants Advisory Group (NCAG) – Ecosystems and Oceans Science Contribution Framework

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal Deadline

1 week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

May 20, 2021, 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Funding Details

DFO will fund up to 75% of eligible costs per project, up to a maximum of $300,000 for the duration of the project.

Research Topics

DFO is seeking projects that deliver scientific research and related activities that support evidence-based decision making and public understanding about the health of marine and freshwater ecosystems. Projects involving science data collection and integration, ocean and freshwater monitoring, analyses, modelling and hypothesis testing, scientific capacity building (Indigenous recipients only), and the communication of science in support of ocean literacy are eligible.

Priority Areas for 2021-22

• Contaminants
• Innovative and Transformative Science (Previously Partnership Fund)
• Freshwater Habitat Science
• Aquaculture Science
• United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development
• Marine Oil Spill Response Operations

For more information, please see the program guidelines.

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply.
2. Review the application guidelines.
3. Download Electronic Proposal Submission Form.
4. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
5. Submit the completed Electronic Proposal Submission Form to OPC-BPC@dfo-mpo.gc.ca. on or before the application deadline.

Office of Research contact:

Program contact:

All inquiries related to the current community-based climate action request for proposals may be forwarded to:

OPC-BPC@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

Program:

Northern Contaminants Program (NCP)

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

One week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

February 15, 2021

Research Focus:

The NCP funds research, monitoring and related activities in Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Nunavik and Nunatsiavut. This includes the traditional territories of Yukon First Nations and of the Dene and Metis of the Northwest Territories, and all of Inuit Nunangat.

For more information, please visit the program website.

Funding Details

For this call for proposals, $1 million is available in 2021-2022 for new projects.

Funding have ranged from $50,000 to $500,000 per project.

See list of funded projects here.

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the OR contact of your intent to apply.
2. Email the NCP Secretariat at aadnc.plcn-ncp.aandc@canada.ca to request the Northern Contaminants Program Call for Proposals 2021-2022 guidelines for your reference throughout the application process
3. Send the Cover Sheet and draft application and budget to the OR contact for review and signature.
4. Email the complete proposal package with the proposal, budget, community engagement forms to aadnc.plcn-ncp.aandc@canada.ca.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email NCP Secretariat General Enquiries aadnc.plcn-ncp.aandc@canada.ca if you have any questions about the program or the application process.

For further contacts in the NCP, such as regional contaminants and health committees please see Contact information

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal Deadline

1 week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

New Deadline: May 11, 2021 at 14:00 Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

Funding Details

Research Topics

This CFP is looking to mitigate the effects of future, high impact, low frequency events such as pandemics, natural disasters, or other man made or natural disruptive forces.

Overall Theme: Resilience in a Post-Pandemic world

• Expecting the Unexpected: Understanding High-Impact, Low-Frequency Events
• Tech ready and enabled for Disasters: Specific Technology innovations to deal with HILF Events
• Protecting and connecting in a Virtual world: Innovating Contactless, Virtual and Automated Operations
• The Weakest Link: Bolstering supply chain resilience

For more information, please see the program guidelines.

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply.
2. Review in full application guidelines.
3. Download Electronic Proposal Submission Form.
4. Create an epost Connect account and Request an epost Connect Conversation with DND. The only acceptable email address to use with epost Connect for responses to bid solicitations issued by PWGSC headquarters is: DRDCCSS-RDDCCSS@forces.gc.ca

For more information, please see the program guidelines.

5. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
6. Submit the completed Electronic Proposal Submission Form on epost Connect.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

All inquiries related to the current community-based climate action request for proposals may be forwarded to:

DRDCCSS-RDDCCSS@forces.gc.ca

Program:

Collaborative Networks for FY 2021-22

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

A week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

January 18, 2021, 11:59 (PST)

Research Focus:

Collaborative Networks involve multi-disciplinary teams of experts from across Canada and abroad. They work together to research specific defence and security challenges in support of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces.

Through these networks, the Defence Team will benefit from in-depth and nuanced analysis either to complement ongoing work or gain new insights in areas where there is interest and demand but limited expertise available.

For more information or to apply, please visit the program website.

Funding Details

Up to $750,000 in funding will be provided over three years (in two tranches of up to $125,000 annually), allowing for more in-depth and nuanced analysis of key issues.

Program submission instructions:

1. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
2. Complete the Application Form.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Review and Signature.
4. Submit the complete, signed, Application Package to: MINDS@forces.gc.ca.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Additional questions should be directed to the MINDS team via email at minds@forces.gc.ca

Program:

Competitive Projects Call for Proposals #4 Challenges

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal deadlines:

2 weeks before submitting your application

Program deadline:

10^th December, 2020, 14:00 Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Research focus areas:

The Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces (DND/CAF) are seeking innovative solutions for the following Challenges.

Challenges:

Strategic Focus Area - Operational capability: Advance platforms and weapons

• Essential Deliveries: Getting Vital Supplies to Troops Using Autonomous Vehicles
• Armour Up! Modular Lightweight Armour for Land Vehicles
• It’s not just Noise – Innovative Tools for Acoustic Sensor Operators
• Better than Meets the Eye: Reliable Object Detection Amongst the Waves

Strategic Focus Area - Operational Capability: Accelerate Command, Control and Intelligence

• Making Data Make Sense: Real-time Data Analysis for Rapid Decision Making

Strategic Focus Area - Operational Capability: Combat in the Virtual and Physical Environment

• Knot Vulnerable - Locking Down Cybersecurity on Naval Vessels

Strategic Focus Area - People

• Navigating Your Next Chapter – The Transition Back to Civilian

This CFP invites proposals for Phase 1 only.  The objective of this phase is to establish the merit, innovativeness and impact of a solution to address a specific defence and security challenge.

Solutions from Phase 1 that are successful and of interest to Canada may be invited to participate in further phases.

For full details including the application guidelines, please visit the Program Website.

Funding:

The individual maximum contract funding available under Component 1a is up to $200,000 CAD for a maximum performance period of up to 6 months.

Solutions from Phase 1 that are successful and of interest to Canada may be invited to participate in further component(s):

• Phase 2 – a maximum of $1,000,000 per contract for a maximum performance period of one year

Program submission instructions:

This Call for proposals (CFP) invites proposals for Phase 1 only and involves a three-stage funding process.

Stage 1: Proposal Submission

Stage 2: Proposal Evaluation and Selection

Stage 3: Contribution Agreement Award.

Proposal Submission:

1. Create an epost Connect account and Request an epost Connect Conversation with DND.

For more information, please visit the IDEaS Program Applicant Guide – Part 2 Bidder Instructions

2. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Send any questions to the IDEaS Program mailbox (DND.IDEaS-IDEeS.MDN@forces.gc.ca). Please note that questions received less than five (5) calendar days before the application deadline may not be answered.

Program:

Targeted Engagement Grants Program

Type:

Announcement of Opportunity (AO)

Internal Deadline

One week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

Apply by 11:59(PST) on February 8, 2021

Funding Details

The Targeted Engagement Grant Program provides non-recurring financial support, up to a maximum of $50,000 to fund projects such as conferences, roundtables, workshops, research, and publications. There are two competitions every year, generally in the Spring and Fall.

Requests for funding are assessed primarily on relevance to DND/CAF defence policy challenges, the use of Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+), as well as innovation and the creative use technology.

For more information, visit the program website.

Program submission instructions:

1. Complete the Targeted Engagement Grant Application Form or Young Minds Targeted Engagement Grants Application Form
2. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
3. Submit Application Electronically to MINDS@forces.gc.ca

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

If you wish to discuss the eligibility of your proposal prior to submitting it for evaluation, please contact the MINDS Program Manager by email at MINDS@forces.gc.ca

Program:

Innovation in Apprenticeship Stream under the Union Training and Innovation Program

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

At least 2 weeks before deadline. 

*An union partner is needed.

Program Deadline

August 28, 2020 at 3:00 pm EDT.

Research Focus:

The agency will fund projects that:

• use innovative approaches and/or best practices to address the challenges limiting apprenticeship outcomes
• involve broad-based partnerships

Funding Details

To be eligible for funding, your project must meet all of the following criteria:

• target training for Red Seal trades
• be no longer than 60 months
• request no more than $10,000,000 per project
• have a cash contribution equal or more than 10% of your total project costs from a source other than us
  • in-kind contributions are acceptable if you can demonstrate that you face any of these challenges:
    • you are in a remote location
    • you lack infrastructure
    • you have limited partnership opportunities
• involve a broad-based partnership
• use an innovative approach and/or best practices

The agency can further consider projects that:

• support the provision of online or virtual training for the Red Seal trades
• aim to deal or remove challenges limiting apprenticeship outcomes for one or more of the following key groups:
  • visible minorities, with a focus on Black Canadians
  • women
  • newcomers
  • persons with disabilities

Program submission instructions:

• Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply
• Follow subsequent instructions on the Program Website
• Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For questions about this application process, email EDSC.PFIMS.INNOVATION-INNOVATION.UTIP.ESDC@canada.gc.ca before August 27, 2020 at 1:00 pm EDT.

For any accessibility related accommodation, email EDSC.PFIMS.INNOVATION-INNOVATION.UTIP.ESDC@canada.gc.ca by August 14, 2020 at 9:00 am EDT

Information sessions

You can participate online or by teleconference. If you are interested, send an email to EDSC.PFIMS.INNOVATION-INNOVATION.UTIP.ESDC@canada.gc.ca. In your email, specify your preferred language (English or French) and if you need accommodations. We will provide you with the instructions on how and when to attend.

Program:

National Call for Concepts under the Community Capacity and Innovation stream – Reaching Home: Canada’s Homelessness Strategy

Type:

Call for proposals

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

June 11, 2021 at 23:59 Pacific time

Research Focus:

This funding supports projects that aim to test or develop innovative approaches to:

• build capacity within the homeless serving sector, or
• eliminate or prevent homelessness in Canada

Funding Details

$100,000 up to $600,000 in contribution funding over 3 years

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the applicant guide to complete your concept application form
2. Complete the concept application form
3. Send draft application and Cover Sheet to Office of Research prior to submission.
4. Send your concept application form by email to: hkd-dci@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

If you have enquiries about this Call for Concepts process, please send them by email to hkd-dci@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.

Program Name:

Type:

Request for Proposal

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of submitting your LOI

Program Deadline

There is a two-step application process, consisting of a Letter of Intent (LOI) phase open to all eligible applicants, followed by an invitation-only full proposal phase.

The deadline to submit a LOI is June 10, 2021 at 15:00 EDT

Research Focus:

The projects funded by this request for proposals must fall under one of the following themes:

• Theme 1: Informing Carbon Sink Enhancements: Nature-Based Climate Solutions
• Theme 2: Understanding the Potential for, and Implications of, Negative Emission Technologies
• Theme 3: Understanding City- and Municipal-level GHG Emissions and Mitigation Effectiveness
• Theme 4: Understanding Multiple Benefits of Integrated Mitigation Approaches for Greenhouse Gases and Air Pollutants
• Theme 5: Understanding and Quantifying Transportation Sector Emissions in Canada

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply.
2. Review in full application guidelines.
3. Submit LOI online:  Grants and Contributions Enterprise Management System (GCEMS). Submissions are due via the Grants and Contributions Enterprise Management System

Office of Research contact:

Program contact:

All inquiries related to the current community-based climate action request for proposals may be forwarded to:

Climate Action and Awareness Fund
Environment and Climate Change Canada
Government of Canada
ec.fasc-caaf.ec@canada.ca

Program:

Environmental Damages Fund (EDF)

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

February 24, 2021, 12:00 pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)

Research Focus:

The purpose of any contribution to the EDF is to restore the environment and conserve wildlife and habitats in a scientifically sound, cost-effective, and technically feasible way.  

For more information, please visit the program website.

Funding Details

Available funding varies according to the number of court awards and voluntary contributions directed to the EDF.

Details on available funds and Fund Use Requirements can be found on the available funds page

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the OR contact of your intent to apply.
2. Read the program guidelines for the list of required documentation.
3. Project proposals are accepted through GCEMS. For detailed application instructions, visit the GCEMS application instructions page.
4. Send the Cover Sheet and draft application to the OR contact for review and signature.
5. Submit the application using the GCEMS

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

General inquiries may be forwarded to the National EDF Office.

National EDF Office
45 Alderney Drive
16th Floor, Queen Square
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B2Y 2N6

E-mail: ec.fdenational-edfnational.ec@canada.ca

Program:

Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)

Type:

Call for Proposals 2021

Internal Deadline

A week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

24^th September, 2021 at 14:00 EDT

Program:

Community Support, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism Initiatives

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

A week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

January 12, 2021

Research Focus:

The CSMARI Program has three funding components: Projects, Community Capacity Building and Events.

• The Projects component provides funding for community development, anti-racism initiatives, and engagement projects that promote diversity and inclusion by encouraging interaction among community groups.   
• The Community Capacity Building component provides funding for capacity building projects that will contribute to the recipient’s ability to promote diversity and inclusion of racialized and religious minority communities, and Indigenous peoples.

The deadline to submit an application for funding under the Projects and the Community Capacity Building components is January 12, 2021.

For more details, please visit the program website.

Funding Details

The Program can fund up to $200,000 per project in the case of grants, and $1,000,000 per project in the case of contributions.

The Program is highly competitive. Funding requests typically exceed our available resources. If your organization is eligible, we encourage and recommend you to contact the Program before submitting your application.

Program submission instructions:

1. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
2. Contact OR for Application Form and Budget Form.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Review and Signature.
4. Submit the complete, signed, Application Package to: pch.soutienauxcommunautes-communitysupport.pch@canada.ca.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Community Support, Multiculturalism, and Anti-Racism Initiatives Program
Department of Canadian Heritage
15 Eddy St
15-8-113
Gatineau QC  K1A 0M5

819-997-0055

1-866-811-0055 (toll-free)

pch.soutienauxcommunautes-communitysupport.pch@canada.ca

Sponsor:

Impact Canada for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)

Program:

Food Waste Reduction Challenge

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

One week before program deadline

Program Deadline

Key Date:

• Stage 1 – Concept Application Deadline: January 18, 2021 at 11:59 PM Pacific Standard Time
• Up to 30 Semi-Finalists Announced: Late Winter/Early Spring 2021
• Stage 2 Ends – Up to 12 Finalists Announced: Late Winter/Early Spring 2022
• Stage 3 Ends - Grand Prize Winners Announced: Summer 2023

Research Focus:

This funding opportunity is a $20 million competition to fund innovative solutions to food waste at any point from farm to plate.

AAFC seeks solutions ranging from high-tech (AI, data science, robotics), new marketplaces and business models, or food science and technology, and many others. This funding opportunity be of interest to students and faculty across a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to: agriculture, commerce and business, environmental science, engineering, computer science, food and nutrition, chemistry, and others.

For more information, visit the program website.

Funding Details

• Up to 30 Semi-Finalists will be selected in Stage 1 and will receive approximately $100,000
• Semi-Finalists will move into Stage 2 and compete for a chance to be a Finalist and receive approximately $400,000
• Up to 12 Finalists will compete in Stage 3 to win one of two Grand Prizes of up to $1,500,000

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the application guide and complete your Stage 1 application form
2. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
3. Submit your Stage 1 –  Concept Application through the Impact Canada online portal: https://impact.canada.ca/challenges/food-waste-reduction-challenge/apply-now

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For any questions or clarifications regarding The Food Waste Reduction Challenge, please contact the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Food Programs and Challenges Division team:

aafc.fwrc-drga.aac@canada.ca
Telephone (in Canada): 1-877-246-4682
Telephone (outside Canada): 1-204-926-9650
TDD/TTY: 613-773-2600

Updates will be provided on the challenge website, where applicants can review the FAQs and find out the latest news.

Applicants are encouraged to follow us on social media for the latest developments.

Sponsor:

Impact Canada for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)

Program:

Housing Supply Challenge

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

One week before program deadline

Program Deadline

Key Dates:

• Launch: October 23, 2020 
• Stage 1: Initial Submissions: January 20, 2021 at 2pm EST
• Finalists Announced: February 2021
• Stage 2: Final Submissions: September 2021
• Successful Proponents Announced: October 2021

Research Focus:

CMHC seeks innovative data solutions that improve decision-making for housing supply across Canada.

Applicants are encouraged to strive for solutions that:

• Result in a long-term reduction or elimination of an identified barrier
• Are accessible to potential users of housing data
• Reflect the diverse realities of people living in Canada
• Have the potential to deliver Canada-wide impact

For more information, visit the program website.

Funding Details

• Stage 1: Seed funding for prototyping - 25 finalists will receive $100,000 each
• Stage 2: Implementation Funding - Selected finalists will share a pool of $22.5 million in funding

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the application guide and complete your Stage 1 application form
2. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact
3. Submit your Stage 1 –  Application through the Impact Canada online portal: https://impact.canada.ca/en/challenges/housing-supply-challenge/application-form

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Applicant Support – Evergreen
Phone: 416-640-1610
Email: HSCSupport_Data@evergreen.ca

Technical difficulties
challenge@cmhc.ca

General Program Inquiries
CMHC Housing Supply Challenge Team
challenge@cmhc.ca
1-800-668-2642

Program:

Clean Fuels Fund – Building New Domestic Production Capacity

Type:

Call for Proposal (CFP)

Internal Deadline

A week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

29^th September, 2021.

All projects must be completed and facilities commissioned by March 31, 2026

Research Focus:

1. Capital clean fuel production projects that use fuel production technologies in advanced stages of technological readiness and that are designed for commercial deployment
2. Feasibility studies, basic engineering studies and detailed front-end engineering studies to assess the new build or expansion of low carbon fuel production facilities. In addition, feasibility studies to assess the techno-economic feasibility of blending hydrogen into natural gas systems.

For more details on funding priorities please see the program guidelines.

Funding Details

For Building New Domestic Production Capacity Feasibility Projects, the program will provide up to 50% of total project costs, up to a maximum of $5million per project.

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the applicant guidelines
2. Complete the application form.
3. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing

Send your completed application by email to nrcan.cleanfuelsfund-fondsdecarburantspropres.rncan@canada.ca by September 29, 2021.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519-888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email the Clean Fuels Program

Program:

Indigenous Forestry Initiative (IFI)

Type:

Call for proposals

Internal Deadline

2 weeks before program deadline

Program Deadline

Wednesday, July 7th, 2021, 23:59 PDT

Eligibility

Academic institutions and research associations must have an Indigenous partner

Research Focus:

Priority areas:

• Clean technology and participation in the forest bioeconomy (e.g., biomass for heat/energy, pellet manufacturing, etc.)
• Environmental Stewardship
• Use and management of forest resources

For more information, please see the Applicant Guide/Guide Du Demandeur

Funding Details

Projects range between $40,000 and $2,000,000 with an average project contribution of $100,000.

Program submission instructions:

1. Review the Applicant Guide/Guide Du Demandeur
2. Notify the OR of your intention to apply
3. Call a Regional Liaison Officer (RLO) to discuss your project ideas
4. Use the Planning Document/Document De Planification to plan your project
5. Send application and Cover Sheet to OR
6. Submit online on Natural Resources Canada Integro

Office of Research contact:

Sara Anderson
Manager, Research Program Development and Partnerships
Indigenous Initiatives

And

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

If you have questions about what type of projects are eligible for funding or any other questions related to your application, please contact your regional liaison officer.

Program:

2020-2021 Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal deadlines:

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

Program deadline:

8^th January, 2021 at 14:00 EST.

Research focus areas:

Research priority areas

Research priorities change every year to address opportunities and challenges facing the agri-food sector and rural communities.

Priorities for the 2020-21 application year are:

• food safety
• plant health and protection
• sustainable production systems

Review the full details of the 2020-2021 research priorities to make sure your proposal is within scope and addresses one or more of the specific research questions.

For further information please refer to the Program Website.

Funding:

Up to $150,000.00 over up to 19 months, including a maximum of 25% overhead.  Projects must be completed no later than January 31, 2023.

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply.
2. To submit your proposal, you must complete the application template in our Research Management System (RMS). Further details regarding the initiative can be found in the Program Guide in the RMS.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.

Virtual information session

We are hosting a virtual information session (webinar) on November 17, 2020 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. In this session, OMAFRA staff will:

• present an overview of the program
• explain the 2020-2021 research priorities
• answer your questions about the application process and research priorities

Email  research.omafra@ontario.ca to confirm your attendance and receive the webinar details.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email: research.omafra@ontario.ca

Program:

COVID-19 Challenge Questions Initiative

Type:

Expression of Interest (EOI)

Program Deadline

Expressions of interest received by October 30^th, 2020 will form the first batch of responses that will be considered by ministry program areas and COVID-19 advisory committees.

Expressions of interest will be considered on a rolling basis, so please feel free to submit anytime.

Research Focus:

The objective of the initiative is to accelerate the generation and translation of research and data analytic insights into action.

The initiative has been established to ensure that researchers accessing the Ontario Health Data Platform (OHDP) address high priority COVID-19 research questions that are aligned with government priorities. This initiative is open to researchers across Ontario, including those not using the OHDP.

Research Areas and Challenge Questions have been developed through consultations with key Ministry COVID-19 advisory committees and with practitioners, researchers, data experts, policy knowledge users, and patients/family advisors.  The Challenge Questions are grouped into seven broad research areas:

1. Vaccination Strategy
2. Therapeutic Treatment Options and Outcomes
3. Pandemic Waves
4. Testing and Surveillance Strategies
5. Population Level Prevention and Containment
6. Health System Resourcing
7. Health Equity and Vulnerable Populations

You can find out more information about the initiative and the full list of Challenge Questions on the OHDP website: https://computeontario.ca/covid-19-health/. Incentives for participation include the prioritized access to the OHDP, the chance to receive a COVID-19 Challenge Question Recognition Award and the opportunity to engage with ministry decision makers.

Funding Details

Not listed

Program submission instructions:

• Researchers interested in answering a Challenge Question are asked to submit an Expression of Interest. Applications for OHDP data access can be also submitted through the OHDP website. Please note, access to the OHDP is not required to answer a Challenge Question.
• Please submit a copy of your Completed Expression of Interest to the Office of Research

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

1. Inquiries related to the Challenge Question Program should be directed to the Research Analysis and Evaluation Branch at the Ministry of Health through researchunit@ontario.ca
2. General OHDP inquiries can be directed to info@ohdp.ca
3. Inquiries related to submitting an OHDP application should contact applicationsupport@ohdp.ca

Program:

2020-2021 Road Safety Research Partnership Program (RSRPP)

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal deadlines:

1 week in advance of submitting your application

Program deadline:

Research focus areas:

This program funds researchers in the broader public sector to conduct cutting-edge, road safety research that supports Ontario’s efforts to improve road safety.

For the 2020-2021 competition, proposals must involve one of the following four key priority areas:

For additional information, please refer to the Program Cover Letter & Proposal Guidelines .

Funding:

The MTO will be funding up to 3 projects out of a combined pool of $150,000 per year. Projects may span a period of up to 6 months or 18 months, depending on the priority area addressed (please see the Proposal Guidelines[TP1] )

Program submission instructions:

1. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
2. Completed the Application Form and additional required application components listed in section 4.0 APPLICATION PROCESS & SELECTION of the Proposal Guidelines.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
4. Submit the complete, signed, Application Package to: RoadSafetyResearch.PartnershipProgram@ontario.ca.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Inquiries may be directed to: RoadSafetyResearch.PartnershipProgram@ontario.ca

Program:

Northern Scientific Training Program (NSTP): 2021 – 2022

Type:

Supplemental funding for student thesis research

Internal deadlines:

Student Applications, via online forms, due 10^th November, 2019

First full drafts of individual reports usually due the following year in early November.

Program deadline:

The University of Waterloo must submit an application package to NSTP by the deadline (1^st December, 2020). Individual applications will not be accepted by NSTP and are therefore processed and adjudicated internally.

Research focus areas:

The NSTP supports Canadian universities in providing scientific training that gives advanced undergraduate and graduate students professional experience in the Canadian North and encourages them to develop a commitment to northern work.

The objective of the NSTP is to increase the number of students who have specialized in some aspect of northern studies and who have northern research experience.

The program funds are a supplement meant to offset the additional costs of northern research (e.g. transportation and living costs). The Northern Scientific Training Program is not intended to be a source of primary support for students pursuing northern research.

For more information please see the program guidelines.

Funding:

The average allocation per successful candidate is between $2,500 - $3,000

Length of project:

Funds are awarded and released each spring and must be spent within the fiscal year (between April 1 and March 31). Students are required to submit receipts for all eligible expenses claimed.

Program submission instructions:

1. Students are required to complete the web-based forms.
2. Student’s Supervisor must Submit a Cover Sheet & copy of all proposal files to Office of Research contact below

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

UWaterloo Northern Studies Committee Chair:

Andrew Trant
Assistant Professor, School of Environment, Resources and Sustainability
519-888-4567 ext. 30385
atrant@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email: nstp-pfsn@polar.gc.ca

Tel.: (613) 222-7421

Polar Knowledge Canada
170 Laurier Ave. West, Suite 200
Ottawa, ON K1P 5V5

Program:

Preventing and Addressing Family Violence - the Health Perspective

Type:

Call for Letter of Intent (LOI)

Internal Deadline

One week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

This Call for Proposals is a two-step process.

The first step is the submission of a LOI, which provides an overview of the proposed project. Applicants whose LOIs best fit the objectives of this funding opportunity will be invited to move on to the second step by submitting a full proposal.

LOIs must be submitted by 11:59pm EST on January 27, 2021.

Research Focus:

Projects should implement a health promotion program or intervention aiming to:

• Prevent family violence; and/or
• Support the health of survivors

 All projects must take the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and response efforts into consideration, proposing adaptations or new approaches where relevant.

For more information, visit the program website.

Funding Details

The value of funding per project is a minimum of $100,000 annually. There is no maximum budget per project. PHAC anticipates supporting up to 30 projects with an envelope of up to $6 million per year.

Projects can be a minimum of two years and a maximum of four years in duration. 

Applicants will be assessed on their ability to leverage in-kind and financial contributions that will contribute to the project’s development, implementation and associated research. A specific matched funding ratio is not required. Applicants will be required to demonstrate that these contributions are secured if invited to submit a full proposal.

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the application guide
2. Applications must be submitted using PHAC’s LOI Template. To obtain a copy of the LOI Template, please contact: phac.chpv-pscv.aspc@canada.ca with the subject line “LOI Preventing and Addressing Family Violence”.
3. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
4. Submit Application Electronically

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

To obtain additional information about this funding opportunity, please contact: phac.chpv-pscv.aspc@canada.ca, with the subject line “Preventing and Addressing Family Violence”.

Program:

Cyber Security Cooperation Program

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

One week before program deadline

Program Deadline

11:59 Pacific Time (PDT) on Friday, February 12, 2021

Research Focus:

• Theme 1 - Security and Resilience
• Theme 2 - Cyber Innovation
• Theme 3 - Effective Leadership

 For more information, visit the program website.

Funding Details

Maximum funding shall not exceed $300,000/year per Contribution or Grant.

Total Canadian Government funding federal/provincial/territorial/municipal) does not exceed 75% of the total eligible expenditures.

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the application guide
2. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing

To be considered for funding, an application must include a completed:

• Online Funding Application Form (mandatory);
• Project Budget Template (mandatory); and,
• Project Workplan Template (mandatory).

Applicants must use the online application form available on the CSCP webpage to be considered eligible.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

If you have any questions or would like help completing your application, please contact the Grants and Contribution coordinator at CSCP-PCCS@ps-sp.gc.ca.

Type:

Call for Expressions of Interest – Funding Available

Internal Deadline

n/a

Program Deadline

Expressions of interest must be received by November 6, 2020.

Research Focus:

The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (the Agency) is inviting expressions of interest for funding available to help operationalize Canada's new approach to assessing major projects.

Eligible activities may include research and policy analysis, developing and piloting tools, recommendations, and dissemination strategies.

Projects should include engagement with a diverse range of parties who may have interests or expertise in the subject or the tools and approaches that are developed. This may include project proponents and industry groups, non-governmental organizations active on major project issues, academics, current or former representatives of other levels of government, Indigenous groups, or members of the public.

Priority may be given to projects that address one or more of the following themes:

• Assessing a project's contribution to sustainability. Defined as the ability to protect the environment, contribute to the social and economic well-being of the people of Canada and preserve their health in a manner that benefits present and future generations;
• Assessing the positive and adverse economic impacts of major projects beyond measures such as changes to Gross Domestic Product and employment, with a particular focus on rural areas and small communities;
• Best practices for the use of qualitative research methods to assess the impacts of major project (e.g. social impacts, mental health and wellbeing, etc.);
• Assessing the cumulative effects of designated projects (in combination with other physical activities) on health, social and/or economic conditions, and,
• Assessing and considering the health and wellbeing of resource sector workers and workplaces, and the relevance of these considerations to the impacts of major projects.

Applicants are encouraged to read the preamble of the Act and to consult the Agency's Practitioner's Guide to Federal Impact Assessment under the Act.

Funding Details

Maximum funding allocation per project: $300,000.

Projects that are approved for funding would need to begin by January 2021 and would need to conclude no later than March 31, 2023.

Program submission instructions:

Expressions of interest can be sent to iaac.FP-PAF.aeic@canada.ca on your preferred template in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

Expressions of interest should include:

• The expected contribution of the project to the funding opportunity's stated objectives;
• The project's proposed engagement with interested parties;
• The proposed approach to disseminating the results of the project; and
• The potential influence and impact in informing impact assessment practice.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

For questions about the process, please email Aidan Wakely-Mulroney at Aidan.wakely-mulroney@canada.ca

Program:

Type:

call for proposals

Internal Deadline

2 weeks in advance of program deadline

*The University may submit only one application for funding in this call for proposals. Please contact the Office of Research if you intend to apply.*

Program Deadline

25^th March, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (noon) Pacific time

The objective of this call for proposals is to fund eligible organizations to support a feminist response and recovery from the current impacts of COVID-19, particularly for underrepresented women, through systemic change projects across three priority areas

• Encouraging women and girls in leadership and decision-making positions
• Improving women’s and girls’ economic security and prosperity
• Ending gender-based violence

For more information, please visit the program website.

Per project,

Up to $300,000 in total for projects with a local reach.

Up to $500,000 in total for projects with a regional reach.

Up to $700,000 in total for projects with a pan-Canadian reach.

Projects should aim to start no earlier than early Summer 2021 and must be completed by March 31, 2024.

For more information, please visit the program website.

You must create or use your FluidReview account to submit an application for funding. If you experience technical difficulties, send an email to Technical support. Every effort will be made to respond to enquiries within two business days.

1. Contact Thiam Phouthonephackdy if you intend to apply.
2. Submit Cover Sheet.
3. Copy of all proposal files to Office of Research contact below.

Program:

Rail Safety Improvement Program  – Infrastructure, Technology and Research (RSIP - ITR)

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal deadlines:

Two weeks in advance of program deadline

Program deadline:

1^st August, 2021 at 11:59pm (PDT)

Research focus areas:

The Infrastructure, Technology and Research (ITR) component funds projects that:

• Address rail line safety issues
• Reduce the number of injuries and deaths from accidents along rail lines and on rail property

For further information on the ITR Call For Proposals, please refer to the Program Website and the Applicant's Guide

Funding:

Infrastructure, Technology and Research component: Maximum grant of $500,000 per project (80% of total project funding may be reimbursed under RSIP).

Program submission instructions:

1. Notify the Office of Research of intention to apply
2. Create an account through the Transport Canada online application portal.
3. Submit copy of all application documents and Cover Sheet to the Office of Research by the Internal Deadline listed above.
4. Submit your application electronically.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Email: Infrastructure, technology and research (ITR): tc.rsipitr-pasfitr.tc@tc.gc.ca

Program:

Rail Safety Improvement Program - for 2022-2023 funding

Type:

Call for Proposals

Internal Deadline

One week in advance of program deadline

Program Deadline

Research Focus:

Infrastructure, technology and research (ITR) projects:

• Address rail line safety issues
• Reduce the number of injuries and deaths from accidents along rail lines and on rail property

For more information, visit the program website.

Funding Details

• The maximum grant amount payable shall not exceed $500,000 per project.
• Universities may receive up to 80 % of total eligible expenditures for any one project.

Program submission instructions:

1. Read the application guide for ITR
2. Each application must be submitted through the online application portal.  If the portal cannot be used for any reason please contact tc.rsipitr-pasfitr.tc@tc.gc.ca for permission to submit by email.
3. Provide completed application form and cover sheet to the Office of Research Contact for review and signing
4. Submit Application.

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Infrastructure, technology and research (ITR) projects

If you have any questions or concerns please contact: tc.rsipitr-pasfitr.tc@tc.gc.ca

Program:

WSIB Grants Program

Type:

Call for Proposals (CFP)

Internal deadlines:

1 week in advance of submitting your application

Program deadline:

9^th October, 2020 at 23:59

Research focus areas:

The Grants Program contributes to the WSIB’s mandate by funding highly practical research studies from leading experts. WSIB grants address current and emerging issues and strengthen Ontario’s workers’ compensation system now and in the future.

Grant priority areas:

The 2021 WSIB Grants Program will focus on the impact of COVID-19. Three considerations for the competition include:

1) COVID-19 is changing how we work

2) COVID-19 is changing how we approach health and safety

3) COVID-19 is changing how we support return-to-work and recovery

More detailed information about these priority areas is available on the WSIB website.

Funding:

The maximum grant length is two years (24 months). The maximum funding request is up to $150,000/year for a total maximum budget of $300,000. The WSIB does not renew grants for the same grant purpose. Applicant organizations may submit more than one distinct proposal for consideration during each application cycle.

Program submission instructions:

1. Review in full the Proposal Guidelines.
2. Completed the Application Form and additional required application components listed in section 4.0 APPLICATION PROCESS & SELECTION of the Proposal Guidelines.
3. Submit Cover Sheet, and final copy of all application documents to the Office of Research for Signature.
4. Submit the complete, signed, Application Package to: grants@wsib.on.ca

Office of Research contact:

Thiam Phouthonephackdy
Senior Manager, Research Partnerships
519- 888-4567, ext. 38536
tphouthonephackdy@uwaterloo.ca

Program contact:

Please contact the WSIB if you have questions regarding the application and selection process.

Email: grants@wsib.on.ca