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Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program
Funding for collaborative CWD research in Alberta
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 25, 2023
Location
Alberta
Overview
This program provides up to $250,000 per project for collaborative research on Chronic Wasting Disease. It supports projects that improve understanding, diagnosis, prevention, and control of the disease, including testing and surveillance approaches.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 25, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research on Chronic Wasting Disease
- Studies on disease transmission, diagnosis, prevention, and possible elimination
- Development of new testing methods for deployment in Alberta
- Research on surveillance, control, and decontamination approaches
Documents Needed
- Completed intake form
- Full proposal
- Partner funding commitment letter
- Requested documents for the investment agreement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small and medium enterprises
- Industry organizations
- Research and development organizations
- Post-secondary institutions
- Government research laboratories
Eligible expenses
- Reasonable research project costs incurred after the investment agreement is signed
- Usual operating expenses for the research project, except investigator salaries
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the investment agreement is signed
- Costs above customary market prices
- Investigator salaries
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Intake forms are reviewed first to confirm eligibility.
- Eligible applicants are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Applications are evaluated for fit with program objectives and outcomes.
- Approved applicants must sign a standard investment agreement before funding starts.
- Payments are released after milestone progress is demonstrated and reporting is submitted.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted in two phases: intake form first, then full proposal.
- Applicants must register before they can submit a full proposal.
- Late or incomplete submissions are not accepted.
- Trusted Partners may be asked to review the application if the applicant agrees.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Chronic Wasting Disease Research 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 Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program?
This program provides up to $250,000 per project for collaborative research on Chronic Wasting Disease. It supports projects that improve understanding, diagnosis, prevention, and control of the disease, including testing and surveillance approaches.
How much funding can be received?
Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program program?
To be eligible for the Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program program, you must:
Collaborative research project
At least two investigators
Alberta-based lead investigator
What expenses are eligible under Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program?
Collaborative research on Chronic Wasting Disease
Studies on disease transmission, diagnosis, prevention, and possible elimination
Development of new testing methods for deployment in Alberta
Research on surveillance, control, and decontamination approaches
Who can I contact for more information about the Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at RON.CLARKSON@ALBERTAINNOVATES.CA or by phone at 780-429-9349.
Where is the Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program available?
The Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Chronic Wasting Disease Research Program is a Researchers And Facilities