How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the CIHR Health Research Collaboration?

CIHR Health Research Collaboration is funded by Government of Canada, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

What are CIHR Health Research Collaboration's eligibility criterias?

Applications must align with CIHR's mandate for health research excellence. Applicants must submit proposals that meet specific requirements of the targeted funding opportunity.

CIHR Health Research Collaboration

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Funding to collaborate on health research

CIHR Health Research Collaboration at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Grant Providers

Government of Canada
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

Program status

Open

Overview of the CIHR Health Research Collaboration program

Get access to a variety of funding and health research collaboration opportunities in Canada and globally.

Eligible projects & activities

The CIHR Health Research Collaboration grant provides funding for projects that support excellence across the four pillars of health research: biomedical, clinical, health systems services, and population health. The eligible projects aim to contribute to new knowledge creation and its translation into improved health outcomes and services for Canadians.

Biomedical research initiatives that focus on the understanding of disease mechanisms and development of new medical interventions.
Clinical studies aiming to improve patient care and treatment protocols.
Health systems services research designed to enhance healthcare delivery and organizational efficiency.
Population health projects that address public health concerns and promote health equity across different communities.
Collaborative research efforts that integrate cross-disciplinary expertise and resources.
Knowledge translation activities to ensure research findings are applied effectively in health policy and practice.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 400,000

Exploring the genetic basis of type 2 diabetes in Indigenous populations

$ 300,000

Developing new biomarkers for early detection of Alzheimer's disease

$ 120,000

Investigating the effects of community-based mental health programs on youth wellbeing

$ 400,000

Developing advanced imaging techniques for cancer diagnosis and treatment

$ 300,000

Evaluating the feasibility of AI in managing chronic diseases

$ 125,000

Assessing the impact of telehealth services on rural healthcare outcomes

Eligibility criteria of the CIHR Health Research Collaboration program

Who is eligible?

CIHR generally supports researchers involved in health-related research spanning biomedical, clinical, health systems services, and population health. Applications are accepted that align with these areas, as set by CIHR's mandate and the specific eligibility criteria for each funding opportunity. Potential applicants typically include academic researchers, healthcare professionals, and other experts in the health research field within Canada.

Eligible expenses

Eligible expenses for this grant may include research materials, equipment, personnel costs, travel expenses related to research activities, and publication fees.

Research materials
Equipment
Personnel costs
Travel expenses for research activities
Publication fees

Eligibility criteria of the CIHR Health Research Collaboration program

CIHR grants and awards are evaluated and selected based on specific criteria that ensure scientific excellence and relevance to improving health outcomes. The evaluation criteria include:

Scientific excellence
Relevance to health
Merit and potential impact of the research
Feasibility and appropriateness of the methodology
Training and mentorship opportunities
Knowledge translation and dissemination plans

How to apply to the CIHR Health Research Collaboration program

Identify Suitable Funding Opportunity

Review the list of current funding opportunities on the CIHR website to find one that aligns with your research objectives and field of study.

Review Application Guidelines

Read the guidelines and specific requirements for the selected funding opportunity, paying close attention to eligibility criteria, required documents, and deadlines.

Prepare Necessary Documentation

Prepare all required documents, including research proposals, budgets, and any supplementary materials needed for your application.
Ensure documents are formatted according to CIHR’s specifications.

Complete Common CV

Fill out the Common CV as required by CIHR, ensuring all sections are up-to-date and accurately reflect your research background and achievements.

Create an account on ResearchNet, CIHR’s online application platform, or log in if you already have an account.

Enter Application Details on ResearchNet

Enter detailed information about your research project, including objectives, methods, and expected impacts, as required by the application form on ResearchNet.

Upload Documents

Upload all mandatory documents via ResearchNet, ensuring each file is correctly named and formatted for submission.

Submit the Application

Review your application on ResearchNet to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Submit the application before the deadline outlined in the funding opportunity guidelines.

Receive Confirmation

Receive an acknowledgment of submission through an automated email from CIHR with a reference number for your application.
Retain this confirmation for future reference and follow up if necessary.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

CIHR provides approximately $1 billion annually to support health research across four key pillars including biomedical, clinical, health systems services, and population health.
The CIHR is composed of 13 virtual Institutes led by Scientific Directors that prioritize diverse research areas within Canada.
The College of Reviewers aims to strengthen the health research enterprise by utilizing a stable base of peer reviewers.
CIHR is dedicated to equitable funding and actively analyzes its programs to ensure fairness in its funding opportunities and evaluation systems.
Service standards are in place for several facets of CIHR's operation, including their Contact Centre, transfer payment programs, and online application systems.