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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : August 25, 2025
- Closing date : September 29, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Mitacs Horizon Europe International Mobility Award now offers up to CAD 10,000 total for two participants to support Canadian participation in Horizon Europe. It funds travel for consortia-building, partner meetings, and proposal development linked to Horizon Europe Pillar II.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : August 25, 2025
- Closing date : September 29, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Building Horizon Europe consortia.
- Meeting potential partners.
- Participating in consortium-building workshops.
- Developing proposals and aligning R&D priorities.
- Visiting institutions, research centres, or related sites.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- SimpleSurvey submission.
- Faculty-faculty or faculty-industry application form.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Mitacs-eligible Canadian postsecondary institutions and research institutes
- Canadian faculty at eligible postsecondary institutions
- Canadian SMEs incorporated in Canada
Who is not eligible
- Canadian arms of large multinationals.
- Adjunct faculty.
Eligible expenses
- Round-trip airfare to European Union host countries
- Accommodation during engagement activities
- Per diem and ground transportation
- Participation in key events organized by Horizon Europe National Contact Points, the Trade Commissioner Service, and EU research institutions
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- European Union host countries
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Mitacs on a rolling cohort basis.
- Successful applicants may be notified before the closing date.
- All remaining decisions are announced within about two weeks after the call closes.
- Selection is based on applicant excellence, existing ties to consortia, impact of proposed activities, and budget justification.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed in rolling cohorts.
- Top-rated applicants may be notified before the closing date.
- The call may close early if funds are exhausted.
- Previous recipients are not eligible for a second award.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe. 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 Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe?
The Mitacs Horizon Europe International Mobility Award now offers up to CAD 10,000 total for two participants to support Canadian participation in Horizon Europe. It funds travel for consortia-building, partner meetings, and proposal development linked to Horizon Europe Pillar II.
How much funding can be received?
Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was September 29, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe program?
To be eligible for the Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe program, you must:
Mitacs-eligible Canadian postsecondary institutions or research institutes
Two participants required
Must align with Horizon Europe calls
What expenses are eligible under Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe?
Building Horizon Europe consortia.
Meeting potential partners.
Participating in consortium-building workshops.
Developing proposals and aligning R&D priorities.
Visiting institutions, research centres, or related sites.
Where is the Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe available?
The Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe program is available across Canada.
Is the Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Advancing Canada’s Engagement in Horizon Europe is a Partnering and Collaboration