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Last Update: May 26, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 300,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 2, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports MS research projects aligned with MS Canada’s strategic plan, with funding of $50,000 to $100,000 per year for up to three years. Eligible research includes biomedical, clinical, and population health studies focused on treatment, well-being, disease progression, or prevention.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : October 2, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Biomedical research on MS biology, pathology, progression, prevention, and treatment
- Clinical and population health research to improve diagnosis, treatment, outcomes, and quality of life for people with MS
- Research on treatment and care, well-being, disease progression, and prevention of MS
Documents Needed
- Completed application form in ProposalCentral
- ORCiD identifier linked to the applicant profile
- Updated CV using the program template
- Plain language summary of the proposed research
- Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility questionnaire
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Biomedical research applicants
- Clinical and population health research applicants
- Researchers with an academic or research appointment
- Researchers based at Canadian institutions
Who is not eligible
- Applicants without an academic or research appointment
- Researchers outside a Canadian institution
- Applicants submitting more than one proposal
Eligible expenses
- Research-related activities and project costs
- Trainee support, when needed for the project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications outside the program scope
- Budgets exceeding the stated maximum
- Requests for more than one proposal from the same applicant
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Saskatchewan, for partnership funding consideration
Selection criteria
- Alignment with MS Canada’s strategic priorities
- Fit with the chosen research stream
- Use of clear plain language for the non-scientific summary
- Scope and budget suitability for the program
- Peer review assessment for funding recommendations
How to apply
- Step 1: Create a ProposalCentral profile
- Register on ProposalCentral to begin the application process.
- Connect your ORCiD identifier to your profile.
- Step 2: Prepare the application materials
- Complete the updated CV template for the primary applicant and key personnel.
- Prepare the plain language summary.
- Complete the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility questionnaire.
- Step 3: Submit through ProposalCentral
- Access the application portal through ProposalCentral.
- Upload the required materials and complete the application online.
- Submit the proposal before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through ProposalCentral.
- Selected applications are expected to receive a decision in March.
- Funding starts after the decision period for approved projects.
- For Saskatchewan projects, peer-reviewed applications may also be considered for an MSC-SHRF partnership award.
Additional information
- Applications must be submitted through ProposalCentral.
- Applicants must connect their ORCiD profile to ProposalCentral.
- A new CV template and a plain language summary are required.
- Each applicant can submit only one proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Discovery Research Grants Program
What is the Discovery Research Grants?
This program supports MS research projects aligned with MS Canada’s strategic plan, with funding of $50,000 to $100,000 per year for up to three years. Eligible research includes biomedical, clinical, and population health studies focused on treatment, well-being, disease progression, or prevention.
How much funding can be received?
Discovery Research Grants Funds up to $300,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Discovery Research Grants program?
To be eligible for the Discovery Research Grants program, you must:
Academic or research appointment
Research conducted in Canada
Independent research capacity
What expenses are eligible under Discovery Research Grants?
Biomedical research on MS biology, pathology, progression, prevention, and treatment
Clinical and population health research to improve diagnosis, treatment, outcomes, and quality of life for people with MS
Research on treatment and care, well-being, disease progression, and prevention of MS
Where is the Discovery Research Grants available?
The Discovery Research Grants program is available across Canada.
Is the Discovery Research Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Discovery Research Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Discovery Research Grants?
Discovery Research Grants is funded by MS Canada