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Grants for scientific succession
Support for emerging cancer researchers
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 140,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2026
- Closing date : April 22, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the transition from postdoctoral training to an independent research career in cancer research. It provides up to CAD 50,000 for one year in the postdoctoral phase and up to CAD 140,000 over two years for eligible research activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 140,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2026
- Closing date : April 22, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Postdoctoral cancer research training
- Independent cancer research projects
- Fundamental research
- Prevention research
- Early translational and preclinical research
Documents Needed
- Abbreviated CV and publication list
- Research proposal description
- Citizenship or permanent residence proof
- Reference letters
- Transcripts
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian postdoctoral researchers
- Research associates pursuing an independent career
- Candidates in cancer research
- Applicants with an eligible Canadian host institution
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Researchers without an eligible academic appointment for the second phase
- Projects outside the eligible cancer research areas
- Clinical drug trials
Eligible expenses
- Student and postdoctoral fellow compensation
- Research staff salaries
- Research supplies
- Publication costs
- Conference, seminar, and meeting expenses up to CAD 2,500 per year
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applicant and collaborator salaries
- Indirect facility and occupancy costs
- Equipment purchases
- Living expenses
- Clinical drug trials
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first screened for eligibility and competitiveness.
- Eligible files are reviewed by expert peer reviewers.
- Applications receive a score and must reach a minimum score of 7.5 out of 10.
- Applicants are notified of the decision by email.
- Funding offers may be reassigned if a selected recipient declines.
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted and reviewed in French.
- The program has two required components that must be applied for together.
- Funding for the second component is conditional on completing the first component and securing an eligible academic appointment.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants for scientific succession Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants for scientific succession. 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 scientific succession?
This program supports the transition from postdoctoral training to an independent research career in cancer research. It provides up to CAD 50,000 for one year in the postdoctoral phase and up to CAD 140,000 over two years for eligible research activities.
How much funding can be received?
Grants for scientific succession Funds up to $140,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 22, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Grants for scientific succession program?
To be eligible for the Grants for scientific succession program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Postdoctoral stage completed
Eligible academic appointment secured
What expenses are eligible under Grants for scientific succession?
Postdoctoral cancer research training
Independent cancer research projects
Fundamental research
Prevention research
Early translational and preclinical research
Who can I contact for more information about the Grants for scientific succession?
You can contact Cancer Research Society (CRS) by email at subventions@src-crs.ca or by phone at 514 861-9227.
Where is the Grants for scientific succession available?
The Grants for scientific succession program is available the province of Quebec.