Funding Opportunities
The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) offers guidance and support for researchers in identifying potential funding sources and with the application process. Faculty members in all departments are encouraged to contact the listed Grants/Contract Officer or Innovation Advisor (opens in new window) for more information pertaining to a specific program.
We provide the following services:
- Advice and guidance on research grant proposal preparation.
- Substantive / technical review of proposal drafts and applications.
- Facilitation of interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships.
- Information regarding signature requirements for proposal submissions.
- Assistance with budget development.
Workshops are held by the OVPRI throughout the year to provide updates on funding agencies, funding and proposal development, and more. Check News and Events (opens in new window) for more details on upcoming events.
Some agencies have a postmarked deadline, while others have a due date by which the application must be received by the agency. The OVPRI deadline for internal review and to obtain any required signatures is two weeks prior to the agency deadline.
The COS Pivot Database
The COS Pivot Database is free for all 91福利 researchers and is the largest searchable database in the world for researchers looking for funding opportunities and potential collaborators. Built in collaboration with more than 260 leading research universities, government agencies, and other R&D organizations from around the world, COS Pivot continues to expand internationally and seeks to include all disciplines in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
External Funding Opportunities
The list provided below is not inclusive of all funding opportunities. If you require information or assistance for a competition or opportunity not listed below, please contact Richard McCulloch, Executive Director, Research Services.
Our internal deadline to submit applications/proposals for review and signature is two weeks prior to the sponsor deadline.
| Opportunity | Internal Contact |
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Please Note: Universities are not eligible to receive CQT funding directly, although they may bring their own contributions to projects or be subcontracted by funded recipients to carry out project activities. |
Stephanie Marciniak |
| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| NSERC鈥揊rench Agence nationale de la recherche (ANR) call for proposals on quantum technologies | Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| (due August 29, 2024) | Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
As of December 4, 2023, Canadian researchers are considered 鈥渁ssociate country participants鈥� within , the EU's key funding program for research and innovation. Pillar II is primarily focused on tackling major, shared global challenges, including climate, energy, digital economy, and health, and addressing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Pillar II: Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness is the largest collaborative part of the Horizon Europe program, with a budget of approximately C$79.6 billion.
Canadian researchers can apply now as beneficiaries and receive grants directly from the European Commission (EC) once provisional application begins, likely in Q3 2024. Given application processing timeframes, Canadians are strongly encouraged to apply now to be considered in the 2024 review period.
Researchers interested in learning more about and applying for Horizon Europe Pillar II open calls can consult the on the EU's Funding and Tenders Portal.
For any additional questions, please contact Richard McCulloch, Executive Director, Research Services.
Related Links:
- (PDF file) Canada EU STI Opportunities Support Document
- (PDF file) STI Guide for Canadians - Horizon Europe EN v2023
NOTE: The STI Guide for Canadians - Horizon Europe EN v2023 document predates Canada's participation in Horizon Europe and will soon be updated. The Canada EU Opportunities Support Document is up to date.
| Opportunity | Internal Contact |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| Complete Application Deadline: 18 weeks before the proposed event start date Internal Deadline: two weeks before anticipated submission |
Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
| Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Nicholas Burgwin nburgwin@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| Opportunity | Internal Contact |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
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| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| April 2, 2026 | Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
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| April 7, 2026 | Internal Deadline: March 24, 2026 |
Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
| April 8, 2026 | Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| April 15, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 1, 2026 |
Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| April 20, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 6, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| April 23, 2026 | Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
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| April 28, 2026 | Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
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| April 28, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 8, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| April 28, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 8, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| April 28, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 8, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| April 28, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 8, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| April 28, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 8, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| April 29, 2026 | Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
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| April 30, 2026 | Internal Deadline: March 24, 2026 |
Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| May 1, 2026 | researchservices@torontomu.ca | |
| May 6, 2026 | Internal Deadline: April 29, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| May 15, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 1, 2026 |
Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
| May 21, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 7, 2026 |
Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
| May 25, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 11, 2026 |
Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| May 1, 2026 | Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| June 1, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 18, 2026 |
Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| June 3, 2026 | Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
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| June 5, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 22, 2026 |
Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| June 5, 2026 | Leslie Bone lbone@mitacs.ca |
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| June 9, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 26, 2026 |
Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
| June 9, 2026 | Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
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| June 10, 2026 | Internal Deadline: May 4, 2026 |
Research Services researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| June 15, 2026 | researchservices@torontomu.ca | |
| June 16, 2026 | Internal Deadline: June 2, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| June 19, 2026 | Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
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| June 20, 2026 | Souzan Armstrong souzan.armstrong@torontomu.ca |
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| June 23, 2026 | Internal Deadline: June 9, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| July 22, 2026 | Internal Deadline: July 7, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| July 23, 2026 | Internal Deadline: July 6, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| August 1, 2026 | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| August 4, 2026 | Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| September 22, 2026 | Internal Deadline: September 11, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Souzan Armstrong souzan.armstrong@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| October 22, 2026 | Internal Deadline: October 5, 2026 |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| November 3, 2026 | Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
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| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | SSHRC Partnership Development Grants Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Souzan Armstrong souzan.armstrong@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Penina Jacobson-Brown penina.jacobson@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Ronnie Morris rdmorris@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Souzan Armstrong souzan.armstrong@torontomu.ca |
Internal Funding Opportunities
91福利 provides SRC activity funding to faculty members throughout the year. Priority is given to applicants who do not otherwise have funding to pay for their research programs. Recipients are expected to apply for an external grant within two years of receiving the funds.
Please contact srcfunding@torontomu.ca for any inquiries on internal funding opportunities.
| Deadline | Opportunity | Links and Forms |
May 5, 2026 (12:00 pm ET) |
2026 Internal Equipment Grant: Provides funding for the purchase of research-related tools and/or equipment to support existing and proposed SRC activity at the university |
(PDF file) Application Guidelines for Internal Equipment Grant |
March 9, 2026 (12:00 pm ET) |
2026 Strategic SRC Initiative Fund: The Strategic SRC Initiative Fund provides internal funds to enhance areas of SRC excellence that are of strategic importance to the university by giving researchers/scholars an opportunity to nurture and scale their SRC initiatives. |
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| February 23, 2026 | 2026 SSHRC Explore Competition: The SSHRC Explore grant provides funds to faculty members pursuing research/scholarship in the social sciences and humanities. |
(PDF file) Application Guidelines for SSHRC Explore Competition |
| TBD | Bridging Divides Emerging Research Grants: All faculty members (tenured or tenure-track) and postdoctoral fellows at 91福利 are eligible to apply as primary applicants or co-applicants. |
Grants currently on hold. |
| Ongoing | Internal SRC Events/Activities Supplemental Funding Support: Offers supplemental financial support to SRC events/activities held on the university campus. |
(PDF file) Application form for Internal SRC Events/Activities Supplemental Funding Support |
| Ongoing | 2025 Supplemental Indigenous SRC Fund: Offers non-competitive supplemental SRC funding support to Indigenous faculty members鈥� SRC programs, including the training of Indigenous undergraduate and/or graduate students towards expanding Indigenous scholarship at the university. | |
| June 7, 2024 (11:59 pm EST) |
Ignition Program: Open to researchers from 91福利, Wilfrid Laurier University, Unity Health Toronto and Mount Sinai Hospital. Provides tailored support and funding of up to $45,000 to launch a technology into a commercial pathway. Intended to support late-stage technologies. | |
October 1, 2026 for paid leaves starting January 1 May 1, 2026 for paid leaves starting July 1 or September 1 |
Research Leave Grant: Supports faculty research activity during paid research leaves. | Application Instructions for Research Leave Grant |
Updated: April 8, 2026