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Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals
Funding for Canadian net-zero research projects
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000 - $ 1,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 13, 2022
- Closing date : July 18, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
Funding supports Canadian think tanks and academic institutions working on net-zero research and analysis. Projects may receive up to $1,000,000 for studies, modelling, knowledge synthesis, and engagement activities aligned with the program’s research themes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : June 13, 2022
- Closing date : July 18, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Climate research and analysis on net-zero pathways
- Literature reviews and knowledge synthesis
- Qualitative or quantitative analysis and model development
- Expert, stakeholder, and community-based research
Documents Needed
- Proof of organizational status
- Proof of not-for-profit status
- Letters of support, if applicable
- Proof of governance documents
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian non-government organizations
- Canadian Indigenous organizations
- Canadian universities and academic institutions
Who is not eligible
- Individuals
- For-profit organizations as lead applicants
- Organizations outside Canada
Eligible expenses
- Human resources, contractors, and consultants
- Travel and transportation
- Materials, supplies, and equipment
- Printing, communications, and translation
- Overhead, insurance, and unreimbursed taxes
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already underway or ongoing
- Projects outside Canada
- Lobbying, fundraising, and regular organization events
- General conference and workshop attendance
- Land acquisition, legal fees, and loan interest
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Ability to address identified knowledge gaps
- Project team expertise and management capacity
- Clear timeline, budget, and use of partner contributions
- Technical merit and sound methodologies
- Knowledge mobilization plan and value for money
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm eligibility and theme alignment
- Review the applicant guide and program criteria.
- Create a GCKey and access GCEMS/SWIM.
- Step 2: Prepare the proposal
- Complete all required sections in the online form.
- Prepare supporting documents and budget information.
- Step 3: Submit through GCEMS
- Submit the proposal by the lead applicant or authorized delegate.
- Upload supporting documents before the deadline.
- Step 4: Review and next steps
- Receive an acknowledgment email with a four-digit ID.
- If approved in principle, negotiate and sign a funding agreement.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility.
- Eligible proposals are technically reviewed by federal experts, with possible NZAB review.
- Applicants are notified by email of the decision.
- Approved projects receive a letter to negotiate a funding agreement.
- Funding is conditional on the signed agreement.
Additional information
- Supporting applicants and partners can strengthen the proposal.
- Letters of support may be required for identified collaborators.
- Successful applicants must sign a funding agreement before funds are released.
- Official Languages requirements apply to all applications.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals Program
What is the Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals?
Funding supports Canadian think tanks and academic institutions working on net-zero research and analysis. Projects may receive up to $1,000,000 for studies, modelling, knowledge synthesis, and engagement activities aligned with the program’s research themes.
How much funding can be received?
Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was July 18, 2022.
Who is eligible for the Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals program?
To be eligible for the Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals program, you must:
Canadian organization only
Not-for-profit applicant
Project aligned to research themes
What expenses are eligible under Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals?
Climate research and analysis on net-zero pathways
Literature reviews and knowledge synthesis
Qualitative or quantitative analysis and model development
Expert, stakeholder, and community-based research
Who can I contact for more information about the Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals?
You can contact Government of Canada by email at fasc-caaf@ec.gc.ca or by phone at 1-800-668-6767.
Where is the Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals available?
The Climate Action and Awareness Fund — Support to Canadian Think Tanks & Academic Institutions Call for Proposals program is available across Canada.