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Advancing Accessibility Standards Research
Supports research advancing federal accessibility standards in Canada
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : August 15, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Advancing Accessibility Standards Research program provides funding to Canadian organizations for research projects that support the development of next-generation accessibility standards within federal jurisdiction. Eligible activities focus on identifying, removing, and preventing barriers to accessibility in areas such as the built environment, communications, service delivery, employment, and transportation; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : August 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- People with disabilities
- Rural / Remote communities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects that inform the development of next-generation accessibility standards within federal areas of responsibility.
- Initiatives that identify, remove, and prevent barriers to accessibility.
- Projects involving the development, sharing, or dissemination of best practices, tools, and information related to accessibility barriers and standards.
- Research supporting core priority areas such as built environment, communication, employment, program and service delivery, information and communication technologies, procurement, and transportation.
- Initiatives targeting annually identified priority areas, such as accessibility in northern communities, election processes, and retrofitting of existing facilities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Research or educational institutions, such as universities
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations, including bands, tribal councils, or other self-governing entities
- Provincial or territorial organizations (excluding provincial or territorial governments)
Who is not eligible
- Provincial or territorial governments are not eligible.
- Organizations that are not recognized as legal entities in Canada cannot apply.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations that are legal entities located anywhere in Canada.
Additional information
- Service standards include acknowledging receipt of expressions of interest and applications, communicating funding decisions, and issuing payments within specific timelines.
- The Centre of Expertise provides centralized access to funded research and standards related to the program's priority areas.
- Performance results of service standards are publicly reported by fiscal year.
- Acknowledging financial support from Accessibility Standards Canada is required for funded projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research?
The Advancing Accessibility Standards Research program provides funding to Canadian organizations for research projects that support the development of next-generation accessibility standards within federal jurisdiction. Eligible activities focus on identifying, removing, and preventing barriers to accessibility in areas such as the built environment, communications, service delivery, employment, and transportation; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
Who is eligible for the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research program?
To be eligible for the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research program, you must:
Applicant must be a legal entity in Canada.
Eligible types: research or educational institution, not-for-profit organization, Indigenous organization, or provincial/territorial organization (excluding governments).
What expenses are eligible under Advancing Accessibility Standards Research?
Research projects that inform the development of next-generation accessibility standards within federal areas of responsibility.
Initiatives that identify, remove, and prevent barriers to accessibility.
Projects involving the development, sharing, or dissemination of best practices, tools, and information related to accessibility barriers and standards.
Research supporting core priority areas such as built environment, communication, employment, program and service delivery, information and communication technologies, procurement, and transportation.
Initiatives targeting annually identified priority areas, such as accessibility in northern communities, election processes, and retrofitting of existing facilities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research?
You can contact Accessibility Standards Canada (ASC).
Where is the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research available?
The Advancing Accessibility Standards Research program is available across Canada.
Is the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Advancing Accessibility Standards Research is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Advancing Accessibility Standards Research?
Advancing Accessibility Standards Research is funded by Accessibility Standards Canada (ASC)