External Research Grants

While researchers at the University of Winnipeg are responsible for developing their research programs and proposals themselves and/or with their research team, the Research Office:

• Provides advice on external grant guidelines and instructions;
• Provides advice on proposal budget and budget justification;
• Provides advice on knowledge mobilization plans and open access requirements;
• Provides technical assistance with electronic forms and funder portals;
• Provides letters of support when required by the funder;
• Provides access to successful applications from previous competitions, upon approval of award holder;
• Reviews applications for compliance with external funder’s instructions, university policies, eligibility and selection criteria, and recommends adjustments.

The Research Office has recently implemented a 6-4-3-2 Review Process:

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See the information below for external grant deadlines.

IMPORTANT: The Research Office has recently implemented a new 6-4-3-2 Review Process for external grants. Please see "Developing an External Grant Application" above for more information.

SSHRC Mandate: To promote and support postsecondary-based research and training in the social sciences and humanities; and advise the minister on matters relating to social sciences and humanities research. Through grants, fellowships and scholarships, SSHRC helps Canada’s researchers do what they do best: train the next generation of talented, creative thinkers and doers; build knowledge and understanding about people, cultures and societies; and drive the innovations that address the challenges of today and tomorrow.

For support applying for a SSHRC application, contact Lauren Bosc, Lead Program Officer, Research Partnerships, l.bosc@uwinnipeg.ca. The current SSHRC Representative at UW is Dr. Jaime Cidro, j.cidro@uwinnipeg.ca. Learn more about the current internal peer-review group members for SSHRC applications by reaching out to Lauren.

Upcoming SSHRC deadlines:

IMPORTANT: The Research Office has recently implemented a new 6-4-3-2 Review Process for external grants. Please see "Developing an External Grant Application" above for more information.

NSERC Mandate: To promote and support postsecondary-based research and training in the natural sciences and engineering. NSERC encourages Canadians to embrace a STEM mindset, so they can grow up curious and critical of the world around them. It popularizes science culture by supporting museums, libraries and not-for-profits putting on activities for youth and families that promote STEM as an important part of their lives. It works closely with the research community to make science and engineering more equitable, diverse and inclusive. 

For support applying for a NSERC application, contact researchoffice@uwinnipeg.ca. The current NSERC Representative at UW is Dr. Melanie Martin (Physics), m.martin@uwinnipeg.ca. Learn more about the current internal peer-review group members for NSERC applications. For support applying for an NSERC application, contact Rachel Keijzer, Program Officer, Natural Sciences Research, r.keijzer@uwinnipeg.ca.

Upcoming NSERC deadlines:

IMPORTANT: The Research Office has recently implemented a new 6-4-3-2 Review Process for external grants. Please see "Developing an External Grant Application" above for more information.

CIHR Mandate: To excel, according to internationally accepted standards of scientific excellence, in the creation of new knowledge and its translation into improved health for Canadians, more effective health services and products and a strengthened Canadian health care system.

For support applying for a CIHR application, contact Rachel Keijzer, Program Officer, Natural Sciences Research, r.keijzer@uwinnipeg.ca.

Upcoming CIHR deadlines: See the CIHR website.

IMPORTANT: The Research Office has recently implemented a new 6-4-3-2 Review Process for external grants. Please see "Developing an External Grant Application" above for more information.

NFRF Mandate: The New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) supports world-leading interdisciplinary, international, high-risk / high-reward, transformative and rapid-response Canadian-led research. It does so through two main competitions: Exploration and Transformation.

For support applying for a NFRF application, contact Rachel Keijzer, Program Officer, Natural Sciences Research, r.keijzer@uwinnipeg.ca.

Upcoming NFRF deadlines:

Research Manitoba Mandate: Research Manitoba promotes, supports, and coordinates the funding of research excellence and innovation in health, natural and social sciences, engineering and the humanities in Manitoba. Research Manitoba supports local talent development by providing research support to early career researchers and graduate students, along with fostering strategic partnerships to strengthen research and innovation in Manitoba.

For support applying for a Research Manitoba application, contact Lauren Bosc, Program Officer – Research Partnerships, l.bosc@uwinnipeg.ca.

Upcoming Research Manitoba deadlines:

The Manitoba Medical Service Foundation (MMSF) will consider the provision of funds for the advancement of scientific, educational and other activities in the maintenance and improvement of the health and welfare of the residents of Manitoba. The primary focus of the Foundation is to promote and encourage the work of new health researchers in Manitoba.

For more information on their funding opportunities, visit their website.

Mitacs Mandate: Mitacs is a national, not-for-profit organization that has designed and delivered research and training programs in Canada for 20 years. Working with 70 universities, 6,000 companies, and both federal and provincial governments, we build partnerships that support industrial and social innovation in Canada.

For any questions, please contact Lauren Bosc, Program Officer – Research Partnerships, l.bosc@uwinnipeg.ca.

Upcoming Mitacs opportunities and deadlines:

In addition to the Tri-Council funding opportunities, the Government of Canada offers a number of other funding opportunities in the categories of:

• Agriculture
• Arts, culture and sport
• Business
• Environment
• For Indigenous peoples
• Gender equality
• Health
• International development

More information about these opportunities can be found on their website.

In order to provide opportunities for international initiatives, Global Affairs Canada offers numerous funding opportunities. Their mandate is to: define, shape and advance Canada’s interests and values in a complex global environment; manage diplomatic relations, promote international trade and provide consular support; lead international development, humanitarian, and peace and security assistance efforts; and contribute to national security and the development of international law.

Funding opportunities can be found on their website.

Infrastructure Canada offers a number of funding programs for projects that are focused on enhancing Canada's overall infrastructure at a municipal, provincial, or federal level. Some of the funding programs they current offer include examples such as the Disaster Mitigation and Adaption Fund (DMAF), New Building Canada Fund, the Green and Inclusive Communities Buildings program, and Canada Healthy Communities Initiatives.

For more information and funding opportunities, visit their website.