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First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research

Funding for applied research on first responders' mental health prevention and intervention
Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Canada

Overview

The programme offers up to $1.5 million in 2025-26 to fund applied research focused on prevention and intervention for post-traumatic stress injuries among first responders and emergency workers. It supports projects that generate evidence to improve mental health outcomes within this high-risk sector.
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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 : 1,500,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
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

  • Conducting applied research on prevention or intervention for post-traumatic stress injuries in emergency workers.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Researchers affiliated with Canadian-based organizations.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations not engaged in applied mental health research related to first responders.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities not related to research on PTSI prevention or intervention in first responders.

Eligible geographic areas

Canada

Processing and Agreement

  • Review of application submitted by email.
  • Notification of outcome in early 2026.
  • Successful applicants must enter into a grant agreement before receiving funding.

Contacts

sphifr@gov.ab.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied 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 First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research?

The programme offers up to $1.5 million in 2025-26 to fund applied research focused on prevention and intervention for post-traumatic stress injuries among first responders and emergency workers. It supports projects that generate evidence to improve mental health outcomes within this high-risk sector.

How much funding can be received?

First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research Funds up to $1,500,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research program?

To be eligible for the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research program, you must: Affiliated with a Canadian organization engaged in applied research on PTSI in first responders

What expenses are eligible under First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research?

Conducting applied research on prevention or intervention for post-traumatic stress injuries in emergency workers.

Who can I contact for more information about the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research?

You can contact Alberta Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade (JETI) by email at sphifr@gov.ab.ca.

Where is the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research available?

The First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research program is available across Canada.

Is the First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research a grant, loan, or tax credit?

First responders’ mental health grants - Stream 2: applied research is a Grant and Funding

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