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Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program
Supports Canada Impact+ Research Chair nominations
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports Canada Impact+ Research Chairs through a tri-agency funding opportunity. It supports nominations for chairholders and research programs in the social sciences, natural sciences and engineering, health, and related sciences.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
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
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research chair nominations and proposed research programs.
- Research programs in social sciences, natural sciences and engineering, health, and related sciences.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Nominating institutions.
- Canadian research institutions participating in the Impact+ competition.
Who is not eligible
- Nominees already submitted in another Impact+ or CERC competition.
- Institutions submitting registrations after the deadline.
- Applications without a complete registration package.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Registrations submitted after the deadline.
- Applications with the same nominee in both Impact+ and CERC competitions.
- Incomplete registrations.
Processing and Agreement
- The registration is reviewed in the Convergence Portal after submission.
- The status changes to “Received by Agency” once submitted.
- Information can be modified after submission, except the nominee.
- The Secretariat may request documentation to verify recruitment requirements.
- Non-compliance may lead to withdrawal, suspended payments, or termination of funding.
Additional information
- The nomination must be submitted through the Convergence Portal.
- A separate registration is required for each nomination.
- The nominee must be invited by the nominating institution.
- The self-identification form is mandatory for a complete nomination package.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs 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 Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program?
This program supports Canada Impact+ Research Chairs through a tri-agency funding opportunity. It supports nominations for chairholders and research programs in the social sciences, natural sciences and engineering, health, and related sciences.
Who is eligible for the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program program?
To be eligible for the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program program, you must:
Institution must register in Convergence.
Nominee must be invited.
Required modules must be complete.
What expenses are eligible under Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program?
Research chair nominations and proposed research programs.
Research programs in social sciences, natural sciences and engineering, health, and related sciences.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at impactplus@chairs-chaires.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program available?
The Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program?
Canada Impact+ Research Chairs program is funded by Government of Canada