Funding will support cutting-edge research in health, environment, economic development and more

“Congratulations to these talented recipients from all across the country who are doing the groundbreaking work that will contribute not only to Canada’s health and well-being but also to the world’s. Through this funding, the Government of Canada is investing in the next generation of researchers and inspiring them to continue to think outside the box and tackle the challenges of today and tomorrow.”
– The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry

“My best wishes to all of the recipients of these grants, awards and scholarships. The government is pleased to invest in your diverse array of health, natural sciences and engineering, and humanities and social sciences research projects because we know that your ideas, passion and hard work, as well as the evidence you uncover, are instrumental in improving the health and quality of life of people in Canada, and your findings contribute to the international research effort around the world.”
– The Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health

“Our government is funding the top-tier researchers and scientists whose work makes Canada a world leader in research and innovation. These projects—from reimagining teacher education with Indigenous wisdom traditions to creating equity in mental health care to researching the impacts of space radiation and weather on Earth’s climate—will help transform today’s ideas into tomorrow’s solutions. This is why Canada is an innovation leader.”
– The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages

“Canada’s researchers, scientists, students and institutions are increasingly working together across disciplines to find innovative solutions to local, national and global challenges. Their work and initiatives are vital to providing the tools, knowledge and insights needed to enhance the well-being and prosperity of Canadians and others around the world.” 
– Dr. Ted Hewitt, President, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council and 2023 Chair of the Canada Research Coordinating Committee

• The Discovery Research Program recognizes the creativity and innovation that are at the heart of all research advances. The program supports researchers across the country in a wide variety of natural sciences and engineering disciplines.

• The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships program helps Canadian institutions attract highly qualified doctoral students by investing $50,000 per year for three years during doctoral studies.

• The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social and research‑based growth.

• The Canada Research Chairs Program invests up to $311 million per year to attract and retain some of the world’s most accomplished and promising minds to achieve research excellence in engineering and the natural sciences, health sciences, humanities and social sciences. 

• The Robbins-Ollivier Award for Excellence supports bold and transformative initiatives to make institutions more equitable, diverse and inclusive.

• Partnership Grants support formal partnerships between academic researchers, businesses and other partners that will advance knowledge and understanding on critical issues of intellectual, social, economic and cultural significance.

• The Insight Research program builds knowledge and understanding about people, societies and the world.

• The Partnership Development Grants respond to the objectives of the Research Partnerships program, support research and/or related activities in the social sciences and humanities, and support projects on designing and testing new partnership approaches to develop best practices or models. 

• The PromoScience Program offers financial support for organizations working with young Canadians to promote an understanding of science and engineering (including mathematics and technology).

• These programs are funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada, the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. 

• The Canada Foundation for Innovation invests in research infrastructure at Canadian universities, colleges, research hospitals and non-profit research institutions, equipping researchers with the tools they need to be global leaders. Its John R. Evans Leaders Fund helps institutions attract and retain researchers and provides support for the Canada Research Chairs Program.

Associated links

• Canada Research Chairs Program
• John R. Evans Leaders Fund list of recipients
• John R. Evans Leaders Fund associated with a Canada Research Chair list of recipients
• 2023 Discovery Research Grants competition results
• NSERC PromoScience grant recipients
• Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
• Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships

Audrey Champoux
Press Secretary and Senior Communications Advisor
Office of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry
audrey.champoux@ised-isde.gc.ca

Media Relations
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
media@ised-isde.gc.ca

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