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Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund
Flexible funding for Parkinson’s research innovation
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 80,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Up to $80,000 supports Parkinson’s research initiatives and translational projects. It also funds collaborative meetings and study expansions that help advance discovery and care for people living with Parkinson’s.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 80,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- 100% donations / grants
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Expansion of existing Parkinson’s research studies.
- Preclinical or clinical translational research.
- Meetings, consortia, and strategic partnership activities.
Documents Needed
- 1-page letter of intent
- Biographical sketch for the applicant and key personnel
- Project narrative or summary
- Project budget and timeline
- Support letters or previous publications, if requested
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers
- Non-profit organizations
- Private organizations
Eligible expenses
- Project operating costs and consumables
- Staff salaries and other project-related personnel costs
- Third-party services and other research support costs
- Meeting, travel, and accommodation costs for collaborative activities
- Equipment costs where applicable
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with Parkinson Canada’s funding priorities.
- Relevance to unmet needs in Parkinson’s research.
- Scientific merit and fit with the selected funding stream.
- Availability of funds.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit a 1-page letter of intent by email to Parkinson Canada.
- Include the project background, funding rationale, current funding status, desired outcome or research question, main aims or milestones, budget, and timeline.
- Step 2: Internal review of the letter of intent.
- Parkinson Canada reviews fit with the fund and decides the next review path.
- Step 3: Submit the requested application materials if invited.
- Provide the biographical sketch, project narrative, budget, and any supplementary documents requested.
- Step 4: Review and funding decision.
- The application may go through peer review, then be considered for recommendation and final approval.
- Step 5: Receive funding notification.
- Parkinson Canada communicates the decision after the review process is complete.
Processing and Agreement
- The letter of intent is reviewed internally by Parkinson Canada with advisory committee input.
- Parkinson Canada decides whether a full application or peer review is needed.
- Some projects are reviewed by external experts before a funding recommendation is made.
- Final approval and funding notification are subject to Board approval.
Additional information
- Applicants may contact Parkinson Canada Research to discuss project fit before submitting a letter of intent.
- Proposals are reviewed case by case based on alignment with Parkinson Canada priorities.
- Independent peer review may be required for some projects.
- Final funding approval is subject to Board approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund Program
What is the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund?
Up to $80,000 supports Parkinson’s research initiatives and translational projects. It also funds collaborative meetings and study expansions that help advance discovery and care for people living with Parkinson’s.
How much funding can be received?
Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund Funds up to $80,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund program, you must:
Parkinson’s-focused project
Fits fund priorities
Letter of intent required
What expenses are eligible under Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund?
Expansion of existing Parkinson’s research studies.
Preclinical or clinical translational research.
Meetings, consortia, and strategic partnership activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund?
You can contact Parkinson Canada Inc. by email at research@parkinson.ca.
Where is the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund available?
The Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund is a Grant and Funding