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EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call
Supports One Health research on antimicrobial resistance treatment innovations
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 600,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 24, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This CIHR Operating Grant supports a Canadian component of a joint transnational One Health antimicrobial resistance project to advance innovative, cost-effective AMR treatment options, with up to Can$600,000 total (Can$200,000 per year for up to 3 years). Eligible activities must address Topic 3 by assessing how veterinary and agricultural use of antibacterial and antifungal drugs affects AMR emergence and transmission to humans and the environment, and improving formulations, dosage, delivery, routes of administration, and treatment regimens to inform policies restricting certain antimicrobials for exclusive human use.
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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
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 24, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- 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
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Joint transnational One Health research projects on antimicrobial resistance treatment options.
- Research on the impact of veterinary and agricultural antimicrobials on AMR transmission to humans and the environment.
- Projects to improve formulations, dosage, delivery, routes of administration, and treatment regimens.
- Research generating evidence to support restrictions on certain antimicrobials for human use.
Documents Needed
- One-page Research Project Summary
- Copy of the EUP OHAMR pre-proposal submitted to the Joint Call Secretariat
- Operating budget in Canadian dollars with justification
- Copy of the EUP OHAMR full proposal submitted to the Joint Call Secretariat
- SGBA training certificate for the Nominated Principal Applicant
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent researchers affiliated with Canadian postsecondary institutions and eligible affiliated institutions.
- Indigenous non-governmental organizations in Canada with research or knowledge translation mandates.
- Researchers and organizations participating in a transnational AMR consortium.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit companies (the Nominated Principal Applicant must be an independent researcher affiliated with a Canadian postsecondary institution/affiliated institution, or affiliated with/being an Indigenous non-governmental organization with a research and/or knowledge translation mandate).
- Organizations or projects focused only on animal health, plants, food and/or the environment without including human health research activities (CIHR will not fund these).
- Applicants/projects that do not address the required call topic for CIHR funding (Topic 3); proposals outside this topic will not be deemed relevant and will not receive CIHR funding.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with CIHR’s mandate and Topic 3.
- Addressing human health.
How to apply
1
Verify fit and topic relevance
- Confirm your project aligns with CIHR mandate and addresses Topic 3 and human health
- Review the EUP OHAMR call “OH-TREAT” requirements and timelines
2
Confirm applicant and institution eligibility
- Ensure the Nominated Principal Applicant (NPA) meets CIHR eligibility and is based in Canada for the grant term
- Ensure the Institution Paid is authorized by CIHR
- Meet EUP OHAMR eligibility criteria for the joint call
3
Complete CIHR account requirements
- Ensure all participants (except Collaborators) have/obtain a CIHR PIN
- Ensure all participants (except Collaborators) complete the Tri-agency Self-identification Questionnaire
4
Submit pre-proposal to EUP OHAMR
- Prepare the EUP OHAMR Pre-Proposal Application form in English
- Submit it to the Joint Call Secretariat via the Proposal Submission Tool by 13:00 C.E.T. (deadline: 2026-02-02)
5
Submit abbreviated CIHR pre-proposal
- Complete the Abbreviated CIHR Pre-Proposal in ResearchNet (English or French)
- Upload a 1-page Research Project Summary highlighting the work conducted in Canada
- Upload the pre-proposal submitted to the Joint Call Secretariat labeled “JTC1 OH-TREAT Pre-Proposal”
- Submit by the same deadline as the EUP OHAMR pre-proposal (2026-02-02)
6
Await full proposal invitation
- Wait for the EUP OHAMR invitation to submit a full proposal (anticipated by 2026-04-30)
7
Submit full proposal to EUP OHAMR
- Prepare the EUP OHAMR Full Proposal form in English
- Submit it to the Joint Call Secretariat via the Proposal Submission Tool by 13:00 C.E.T. (deadline: 2026-06-17)
8
Prepare CIHR abbreviated application
- Complete the Abbreviated CIHR Application in ResearchNet (English or French)
- Provide the 1-page Research Project Summary highlighting work conducted in Canada
- Enter an Operating Budget in CAD and provide full justification for CIHR and Canadian partner funds
- Upload the full proposal labeled “JTC1 OH-TREAT Full Proposal”
9
Upload SGBA training certificate
- Complete a CIHR Institute of Gender and Health sex- and gender-based analysis training module
- Upload the Certificate of Completion labeled “SGBA Certificate – Name”
10
Complete STRAC screening if applicable
- If applicable, answer “Yes” to the Sensitive Technology Research Areas screening question
- Have all named researchers complete the STRAC Attestation form
- Combine all attestations into one PDF and upload in ResearchNet
11
Upload required signature pages
- Upload scanned signature pages for all applicants (except Collaborators) and the Institution Paid signing authority
- Upload the Routing Slip in the Print/Upload Signature Pages task
12
Submit CIHR abbreviated application
- Submit the Abbreviated CIHR Application in ResearchNet by the same deadline as the EUP OHAMR full proposal (2026-06-17)
13
Await funding decision
- Wait for the funding decision (anticipated notice of decision: 2026-10-30)
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the EUP OHAMR review and evaluation process.
- CIHR also conducts a relevance review using the full application.
- To be deemed relevant, the project must align with CIHR’s mandate, Topic 3, and human health.
- Successful applicants are published on the CIHR website.
Additional information
- The Joint Call Secretariat hosted a webinar for applicants on November 26, 2025.
- CIHR provides a Partner Linkage Tool to help connect researchers with potential partners.
- All applicants must meet both joint and national requirements.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call Program
What is the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call?
This CIHR Operating Grant supports a Canadian component of a joint transnational One Health antimicrobial resistance project to advance innovative, cost-effective AMR treatment options, with up to Can$600,000 total (Can$200,000 per year for up to 3 years). Eligible activities must address Topic 3 by assessing how veterinary and agricultural use of antibacterial and antifungal drugs affects AMR emergence and transmission to humans and the environment, and improving formulations, dosage, delivery, routes of administration, and treatment regimens to inform policies restricting certain antimicrobials for exclusive human use.
How much funding can be received?
EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call Funds up to $600,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call program?
To be eligible for the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call program, you must:
Canadian research or Indigenous mandate.
Role must remain in Canada.
Must meet CIHR Topic 3 and human health focus.
What expenses are eligible under EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call?
Joint transnational One Health research projects on antimicrobial resistance treatment options.
Research on the impact of veterinary and agricultural antimicrobials on AMR transmission to humans and the environment.
Projects to improve formulations, dosage, delivery, routes of administration, and treatment regimens.
Research generating evidence to support restrictions on certain antimicrobials for human use.
Who can I contact for more information about the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) by email at secretariat@ohamr.eu or by phone at +46 8 546 44 000.
Where is the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call available?
The EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call program is available across Canada.
Is the EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EUP OHAMR Joint Transnational Call is a Grant and Funding