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Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants?

You can contact Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute.

Q: Where is the Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants available?

The Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants program is available across Canada.

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Canada

Supports early career cancer researchers in Canada

Grant and Funding

Canadian Cancer Society Research Institute

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Research and experimental development

Conduct research

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 120,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : July 2, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Canada

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

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

Provincial

Overview

This program offers up to $120,000 per year for a maximum of five years to early career investigators focusing on cancer research across Canada. It supports the development of independent research programs and advancements across all four pillars of health research.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

Establishing a genetic analysis lab for cancer research advancement.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Early career investigators in Canada
Researchers at eligible institutions across Canada

How to apply

Create an account on the application portal.Prepare an abstract, LOI and full application.Submit the application through the portal.Receive confirmation of submission.Await review and decision.

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canadian Cancer Society - Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants. 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.