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Grants for professors and researchers
Support for Québec studies in U.S. universities
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports Québec-related academic projects in American universities and colleges. It offers up to USD 6,000 for professors and researchers, or up to USD 10,000 for research group directors, to support eligible research, course development, conferences, and related initiatives.
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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
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects on Québec in U.S. universities
- Development or redesign of Québec-related university courses
- Organization of conferences and hosting of speakers or artists
- Major Québec initiatives such as research centers, interuniversity collaborations, or scholarship programs
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Letter of agreement or grant agreement
- Financial report
- Project narrative report
- Final project deliverables, such as the manuscript, course plan, or report copy
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Accredited American universities and colleges offering four-year programs
- American research institutes, for certain categories
- Full-time university professors in the United States
- Recent PhD graduates who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without an eligible U.S. academic or research status
- Projects on highly specialized subjects unless they are multidisciplinary
Eligible expenses
- Economy round-trip travel between Québec and the United States
- Local transportation and daily living expenses for mission travel
- Research assistant salary and specialized books
- Publication or dissemination costs, with prior approval
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Regular institutional operating costs and staff remuneration
- Costs already funded by another government program
- First-class travel, excess baggage, and travel outside the project territory
- Equipment purchases
- General overhead and administrative costs
Eligible geographic areas
- United States
- Québec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the program’s objectives and targeted themes.
- Selected projects must sign a letter of agreement or a grant agreement, depending on the project amount.
- The first payment is issued after the signed agreement is received.
- The final payment is released after the final report is submitted and accepted.
- Late final reports may lead to cancellation of the second payment.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants for professors and researchers Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants for professors and researchers. 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 Grants for professors and researchers?
This program supports Québec-related academic projects in American universities and colleges. It offers up to USD 6,000 for professors and researchers, or up to USD 10,000 for research group directors, to support eligible research, course development, conferences, and related initiatives.
How much funding can be received?
Grants for professors and researchers Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Grants for professors and researchers program?
To be eligible for the Grants for professors and researchers program, you must:
Must fit a program component
Must address targeted themes
Must be based in the United States
What expenses are eligible under Grants for professors and researchers?
Research projects on Québec in U.S. universities
Development or redesign of Québec-related university courses
Organization of conferences and hosting of speakers or artists
Major Québec initiatives such as research centers, interuniversity collaborations, or scholarship programs
Where is the Grants for professors and researchers available?
The Grants for professors and researchers program is available across Canada.
Is the Grants for professors and researchers a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grants for professors and researchers is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the Grants for professors and researchers?
Grants for professors and researchers is funded by Gouvernment of Québec