Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projects
Innovation
Timeline
- Closing date : July 15, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Vision Network (VSRN)
Quebec Vision Research Network (VSRN) is a research network that funds vision science research and training. Provides multiple grant programs including Excellence Awards for graduate students (MSc/PhD), the Myopia fund, Merit Scholarships, Recruitment Scholarships, and Travel Awards for students and researchers in vision sciences. View Vision Network (VSRN)'s website for more information.
Featured grants at a glance
9 programs available
- Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen
National and International Networking Program
Funding for international vision research collaborationsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projectsTechnologyInnovationTimeline- Closing date : August 15, 2026
Quebec, Canada 
Eligible Funding- From $5,000 to $10,000
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : November 5, 2026
Quebec, Canada- Eligible Funding
- From $4,000 to $4,000
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTimeline- Closing date : August 18, 2026
Quebec, Canada - Eligible Funding
- From $3,000 to $3,000
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsQuebec, Canada - Grant and FundingClosed
Pilot project program for early-career investigators
Support for early-career vision research in QuebecEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : February 15, 2026
Quebec, Canada - Researchers And FacilitiesClosed
Program for Financing a Scientific Event
Funding for vision research scientific eventsEligible Funding- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
Types of eligible projectsCommercializationTimeline- Closing date : February 28, 2026
Quebec, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Types of eligible projectsTimeline- Closing date : July 1, 2026
Quebec, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Eligible Industries- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projectsCanada
About Vision Network (VSRN)
What is the mission of Vision Network (VSRN)?
To advance vision research in Quebec by coordinating funding programs, supporting graduate students and researchers, and fostering collaboration in eye and vision science.
What type of organization is Vision Network (VSRN)?
Vision Network (VSRN) is a Research institute.
What is Vision Network (VSRN)'s official website?
Vision Network (VSRN)'s official website is https://visionnetwork.ca/funding/.
What else should I know about Vision Network (VSRN)?
Role of Vision Network in the Funding Ecosystem
The Vision Network (VSRN/RRSV) serves as Quebec's primary research network for vision science, coordinating funding opportunities for students, trainees, and researchers in the field of eye and vision research. The network collaborates with partner organizations including the Fondation de Maladies de l'Œil to deliver targeted research funding.
Funding Programs Offered
- VSRN Excellence Awards: Financial support for graduate vision research students at MSc and PhD levels
- Myopia Fund: Research grant program for high-risk/high-reward myopia research initiated by the Fondation de Maladies de l'Œil
- Merit Scholarship: Internship: Financial support for student members at college and undergraduate levels
- Recruitment Scholarship: Funding to support exposure to vision sciences in Quebec training programs
- Travel Award: Training: Support for student members to attend training opportunities
- Travel Award: Presentation: Funding for CEGEP and university students to present research at conferences
Accountability and Reporting
All funded projects require submission of financial reports, student reports, and scientific reports, demonstrating the network's commitment to transparency and proper use of research funds.