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Mental Health Grants and Awards
Funding for mental health research and innovation
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 138,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program supports mental health research with the potential to have a broad impact on Canadians. It funds research and innovation projects that help bridge the gap between research and practice, with maximum awards varying by call.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 138,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Mental health research projects.
- Innovation projects in mental health.
- Projects that connect research findings with practical application.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Research applicants seeking support for mental health projects.
- Organizations or teams working on mental health innovation.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants submitting outside an open call period.
Eligible geographic areas
- National
- Saskatchewan
- Ontario
- British Columbia
- New Brunswick
- North Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted only during an open call period.
- Submitted proposals are reviewed through the program’s selection process.
- Applicants are notified when a funding opportunity becomes available or when decisions are made.
Additional information
- Only applications submitted during an open call period are accepted.
- Applicants can follow the organization’s website and social media for new funding opportunities.
- Information about funding opportunities is also available by email contact.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mental Health Grants and Awards Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Mental Health Grants and Awards. 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 Mental Health Grants and Awards?
This program supports mental health research with the potential to have a broad impact on Canadians. It funds research and innovation projects that help bridge the gap between research and practice, with maximum awards varying by call.
How much funding can be received?
Mental Health Grants and Awards Funds up to $138,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Mental Health Grants and Awards program?
To be eligible for the Mental Health Grants and Awards program, you must:
Open-call application only.
Research or innovation focus.
Must bridge research and practice.
What expenses are eligible under Mental Health Grants and Awards?
Mental health research projects.
Innovation projects in mental health.
Projects that connect research findings with practical application.
Who can I contact for more information about the Mental Health Grants and Awards?
You can contact Mental Health Commission of Canada by email at info@mhrc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Mental Health Grants and Awards available?
The Mental Health Grants and Awards program is available the province of British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Saskatchewan.
Is the Mental Health Grants and Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Mental Health Grants and Awards is a Partnering and Collaboration