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Dimensions Canada grants
Supports EDI transformation in postsecondary research
Last Update: June 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : June 11, 2026
- Closing date : September 4, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
Dimensions Canada grants provide up to $100,000 per year for one year to support postsecondary institutions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in the Canadian research ecosystem. Eligible projects may include workshops, mentoring, networks, webinars, and resources that address gaps, build capacity, and promote accessible EDI practices.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : June 11, 2026
- Closing date : September 4, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Hybrid workshops for Dimensions Canada participants
- Ongoing mentorship programs
- Networks and communities of practice with centralized resources
- Webinars on EDI, ableism, and reconciliation
- Documents and tools that expand the Dimensions handbook
Documents Needed
- Completed application document
- Signed Dimensions Canada terms and conditions forms from all participating institutions
- Single combined PDF of all application documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Postsecondary institutions
- Consortia or groups of postsecondary institutions
- Institutions participating in EDI-focused research collaboration
Who is not eligible
- Single institutions applying alone
- Institutions that are not eligible postsecondary institutions
- Institutions that are not part of a multi-institution group
Eligible expenses
- Accessible-format document production
- Honoraria, gifts, and participant incentives
- Interpretation and other accessibility supports
- Project staff, student, expert, and Knowledge Keeper remuneration
- Translation, travel, and venue rental costs
Processing and Agreement
- Eligible applications are reviewed by a committee of experts.
- The committee assesses applications against three weighted criteria: Potential impact (40%), Collaboration (40%), and Commitment and knowledge (20%).
- Successful institutions are notified in December.
- Recipients must implement their strategy quickly and submit a final report at the end of the project.
Additional information
- No letters of support are required.
- Applications must use plain language and simple terminology.
- Selected institutions will be notified in December.
- Funds must be used in accordance with the Tri-agency Guide on Financial Administration.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Dimensions Canada grants Program
What is the Dimensions Canada grants?
Dimensions Canada grants provide up to $100,000 per year for one year to support postsecondary institutions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in the Canadian research ecosystem. Eligible projects may include workshops, mentoring, networks, webinars, and resources that address gaps, build capacity, and promote accessible EDI practices.
How much funding can be received?
Dimensions Canada grants Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is September 4, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Dimensions Canada grants program?
To be eligible for the Dimensions Canada grants program, you must:
Postsecondary institutions applying in a group.
At least one Dimensions Canada cohort member.
Lead and co-applicant institutions must be eligible.
What expenses are eligible under Dimensions Canada grants?
Hybrid workshops for Dimensions Canada participants
Ongoing mentorship programs
Networks and communities of practice with centralized resources
Webinars on EDI, ableism, and reconciliation
Documents and tools that expand the Dimensions handbook
Who can I contact for more information about the Dimensions Canada grants?
You can contact Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) by email at dimensionsedi@nserc-crsng.gc.ca or by phone at 1-855-275-2861.
Where is the Dimensions Canada grants available?
The Dimensions Canada grants program is available across Canada.