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Brain Drain Repatriation Program
Supports repatriated cancer research in Montreal
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Montreal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the repatriation of leading cancer researchers to Montreal with a five-year start-up fund. It helps establish research laboratories and launch innovative oncology research projects at the CRCHUM and the Institut du cancer de Montréal.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Montreal
- Montréal
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- General public
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Repatriation of leading cancer researchers to Montreal.
- Establishment of research laboratories in oncology.
- Launch of innovative cancer research projects.
- Development of cancer treatments, biomarkers, and diagnostic tools.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Cancer researchers
- Oncology researchers
- Internationally recognized scientists
Eligible expenses
- Research start-up funding for laboratory setup.
- Costs related to building or strengthening a research team.
- Funding to launch new research projects upon return.
Eligible geographic areas
- Montreal, Quebec
Additional information
- The program was launched in 2007.
- It has already supported more than 14 recruited researchers.
- The program has received more than $7M in funding to date.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Brain Drain Repatriation Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Brain Drain Repatriation Program. 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 Brain Drain Repatriation Program?
This program supports the repatriation of leading cancer researchers to Montreal with a five-year start-up fund. It helps establish research laboratories and launch innovative oncology research projects at the CRCHUM and the Institut du cancer de Montréal.
How much funding can be received?
Brain Drain Repatriation Program Funds up to $250,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Brain Drain Repatriation Program program?
To be eligible for the Brain Drain Repatriation Program program, you must:
Internationally recognized cancer researchers
Returning to Montreal
Focused on oncology research
What expenses are eligible under Brain Drain Repatriation Program?
Repatriation of leading cancer researchers to Montreal.
Establishment of research laboratories in oncology.
Launch of innovative cancer research projects.
Development of cancer treatments, biomarkers, and diagnostic tools.
Who can I contact for more information about the Brain Drain Repatriation Program?
You can contact Montreal Cancer Institute by email at catherine.therrien@icm.qc.ca or by phone at 514 232-6252.
Where is the Brain Drain Repatriation Program available?
The Brain Drain Repatriation Program program is available Montréal, Quebec.
Is the Brain Drain Repatriation Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Brain Drain Repatriation Program is a Researchers And Facilities