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Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research
Supports research on online disinformation in Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research offers funding for short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization initiatives on online disinformation in Canada. It supports selected events and outreach activities such as workshops, conferences, forums, summer institutes, and similar activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 7,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Other Racialized Persons
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Workshops, colloquiums, conferences, and forums.
- Summer institutes and other outreach activities.
- Short-term knowledge mobilization initiatives on online disinformation.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Institutions
- Individual applicants
- Teams
Eligible expenses
- Expenses associated with the organization of events (workshops, symposiums, conferences, forums, summer institutes, or other outreach activities) aimed at the short-term mobilization of knowledge.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are assessed against all other SSHRC Connection Grants proposals.
- Canadian Heritage determines which applications are relevant to the Joint Initiative.
- Funding follows SSHRC peer review and governance committee review.
- Applicants receive an official response on the funding decision.
Additional information
- A short paper is required after completion.
- SSHRC help is available before the deadline.
- Applicants must select the Joint Initiative option in the application form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research. 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 Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research?
The Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research offers funding for short-term, targeted knowledge mobilization initiatives on online disinformation in Canada. It supports selected events and outreach activities such as workshops, conferences, forums, summer institutes, and similar activities.
How much funding can be received?
Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research program?
To be eligible for the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research program, you must:
Institutions, individuals, or teams may apply.
Project must address online disinformation in Canada.
Eligible matching contributions are required.
What expenses are eligible under Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research?
Workshops, colloquiums, conferences, and forums.
Summer institutes and other outreach activities.
Short-term knowledge mobilization initiatives on online disinformation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research?
You can contact Canadian Heritage (PCH) by email at icn-dci@pch.gc.ca or by phone at 1-855-275-2861.
Where is the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research available?
The Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research program is available across Canada.
Is the Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Digital Citizen Research Program - Joint Initiative for Digital Citizen Research is a Grant and Funding