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Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions
Research funding for developing regions
Last Update: April 30, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The IDRC funds research and innovation in developing regions and in partnership with them to support global change. It supports open calls for institutional or competitive grants focused on research aligned with its priorities and programming.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research projects addressing development challenges.
- Innovation projects in developing regions.
- Projects carried out in partnership with developing regions.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Research institutions
- Organizations submitting competitive research proposals
- Organizations submitting institutional grant applications
Eligible geographic areas
- Developing regions
- Countries and regions in partnership with developing regions
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed under the specific call’s procedures.
- Applicants must follow the guidelines published for each call.
- Funding decisions are made for the selected calls only.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions. 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, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions?
The IDRC funds research and innovation in developing regions and in partnership with them to support global change. It supports open calls for institutional or competitive grants focused on research aligned with its priorities and programming.
Who is eligible for the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions program?
To be eligible for the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions program, you must:
Research aligned with IDRC priorities.
Application follows call guidelines.
Institutional or competitive grant format.
What expenses are eligible under Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions?
Research projects addressing development challenges.
Innovation projects in developing regions.
Projects carried out in partnership with developing regions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions?
You can contact International Development Research Centre (IDRC).
Where is the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions available?
The Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions program is available across Canada.
Is the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions?
Grants, funding, and scholarships for researchers - developing regions is funded by International Development Research Centre (IDRC)