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Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant
Funding for Alberta labour market research
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 400,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 28, 2023
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $400,000 per year for 2 years to support an Alberta research centre. It funds labour market research activities, including developing a research agenda, building research networks, and producing research outputs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : April 28, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of a coordinated labour market research agenda
- Research and analysis on labour market issues affecting Alberta
- Building and maintaining a network of researchers and experts
- Producing research outputs and dissemination materials
Documents Needed
- Signed Application for Grant form
- Project Application form
- Budget template
- Principal applicant resume or CV
- Proposed research agenda
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Post-secondary institutions in Alberta
- Researchers at Alberta comprehensive academic and research universities
Who is not eligible
- Applicants not based at an Alberta CARU
- Applications submitted outside the department level
- More than one application from the same department
Eligible expenses
- Personnel costs directly related to research activities
- Travel and accommodation for conferences, field work, or research collaboration
- Publication and dissemination costs
- Software expenses directly tied to research activities
- Permanent equipment, within the program limit
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Overhead and administrative expenses such as rent and utilities
- Teaching buyouts or other applicant responsibility buyouts
- Equipment purchases, rental, or maintenance of computers or phones
- Legal fees and litigation-related costs
- Capital expenses, personal expenses, gifts, donations, and non-research activities
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible applications are reviewed and scored by a committee.
- Applicants are notified of the results after evaluation.
- A grant agreement applies to successful recipients.
- Funding decisions are made by the Government of Alberta.
Additional information
- Only one application per department is accepted.
- Supporting documents are recommended to strengthen the application.
- Successful recipients must provide quarterly reports.
- The grant agreement includes terms and conditions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant. 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 Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant?
This program provides up to $400,000 per year for 2 years to support an Alberta research centre. It funds labour market research activities, including developing a research agenda, building research networks, and producing research outputs.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant Funds up to $400,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant program, you must:
Based at an Alberta CARU
Department-level application
One application per department
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant?
Development of a coordinated labour market research agenda
Research and analysis on labour market issues affecting Alberta
Building and maintaining a network of researchers and experts
Producing research outputs and dissemination materials
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant?
You can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs by email at jend.lmegrants@gov.ab.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant available?
The Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Centre for Labour Market Research Grant is a Researchers And Facilities