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Medical research grants

Q: How much funding can be received?

Medical research grants Funds up to $70,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Medical research grants program?

To be eligible for the Medical research grants program, you must: Open to biomedical scientists at Ontario institutions

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Medical research grants?

You can contact J.P. Bickell Foundation.

Q: Where is the Medical research grants available?

The Medical research grants program is available the province of Ontario.

Q: Is the Medical research grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Medical research grants is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Medical research grants?

Medical research grants is funded by J.P. Bickell Foundation

Last Update: February 4, 2026

ON, Canada

Supports biomedical research projects at Ontario institutions

Grant and Funding

J.P. Bickell Foundation

Processing And Agreement

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Research and experimental development

Conduct research

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 70,000 $
Minimum amount : 50,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Ontario

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

Scope

Provincial

Overview

The medical research grants program provides financial support ranging from approximately $50,000 to $70,000 to young biomedical investigators in Ontario. The program aims to promote innovative medical research by supporting scientists working across various departments and faculties at Ontario universities, hospitals, and scientific institutions. These grants facilitate advanced biomedical research activities that may include experimental studies, clinical trials, or scientific investigations that contribute to medical knowledge and healthcare improvement.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

Development of a biomedical device for early disease detection,

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Young investigators working at Ontario universities
Medical research scientists at hospitals and scientific institutions within Ontario

Ineligible Costs and Activities

Activities outside medical research or biomedical sciences
General operational costs not directly related to research activities
Research projects not focused on health sciences or biomedical fields
Activities not conducted within Ontario institutions
Expenses related to unrelated administrative functions

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare your research proposal and supporting documentsStep 2: Submit application through the designated online platform or submission processStep 3: Wait for review and notification of the application statusStep 4: If approved, sign the funding agreement and commence research activities

Processing and Agreement

The application is reviewed for eligibility and relevance to medical research objectives
Applicants are notified of the decision approximately four months after submission
Successful applicants receive an official funding agreement outlining terms and conditions
Funding is disbursed according to the schedule specified in the agreement
Progress reports or final reports may be required during and after the project completion

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Medical research grants Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Medical research grants. 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.