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Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals
Indigenous-led oil spill research support
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Indigenous individuals and entities in Canada, including Indigenous communities and governments, tribal councils or entities that fulfill a similar function, national and regional Indigenous organizations, and Indigenous majority-owned organizations or for-profit businesses.
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Overview
Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals supports Indigenous-led or focused research collaborations in Canada to improve oil spill response, with NRCan contributions of up to 100% for Indigenous organizations or groups, 50% for for-profit recipients, and 75% for others. Projects may study spill behaviour, detection, or decision-making tools.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Science pathways-based projects, Indigenous knowledge-based projects, or projects that bridge Indigenous methodologies and science pathways.
- Research on the fate, behaviour and transport of oil in the environment; in-situ burning and Spill Treating Agents; and oil detection and monitoring.
- Research on biological effects of oil; physical recovery of oil, including sorbents, booming and skimming, and decanting technologies; and planning and decision-making tools, including Artificial Intelligence applications.
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous individuals and entities in Canada, including Indigenous communities and governments, tribal councils or entities that fulfill a similar function, national and regional Indigenous organizations, and Indigenous majority-owned organizations or for-profit businesses.
- Non-Indigenous entities working with, or on behalf of, one or more endorsing Indigenous partner organization(s), including not-for-profit organizations, academia and research associations, provincial, territorial, municipal and regional governments, and for-profit businesses.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits.
- Professional and technical services, including research, consulting, engineering, trades, and laboratory services.
- Travel expenses, including transportation, accommodation, and meals; publication, printing, and other media services; and registration costs for workshops, conferences, meetings, and symposia.
- Fees to access equipment and vessels; rental and maintenance of facilities and equipment; and laboratory and scientific supplies.
- Overhead expenditures directly related and essential to the project, up to 15% of eligible expenditures, and Indigenous engagement, including honoraria, ceremonial items, gifts and/or feasts.
Selection criteria
- Priority will be given to EOIs received before May 31, 2024, at 11:59 PST.
How to apply
- Request an application package by email at nrcan.opp.mpri-ppo.irmp.rncan@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
- Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) by email to nrcan.opp.mpri-ppo.irmp.rncan@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca on or before the application deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- EOIs that are screened in will be invited to submit full project proposals.
- Additional time will be given to submit the full project proposals.
- The MPRI team will provide feedback and support to Indigenous applicants, where applicable, to support the development of full proposals.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals Program
What is the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals?
Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals supports Indigenous-led or focused research collaborations in Canada to improve oil spill response, with NRCan contributions of up to 100% for Indigenous organizations or groups, 50% for for-profit recipients, and 75% for others. Projects may study spill behaviour, detection, or decision-making tools.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals program?
To be eligible for the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals program, you must:
The project must be science pathways based, Indigenous knowledge based, or bridge Indigenous methodologies and science pathways.
Projects led by non-Indigenous entities must include at least one eligible Indigenous organization as a partner or co-lead, with direct meaningful Indigenous involvement and capacity building.
What expenses are eligible under Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals?
Salaries and benefits.
Professional and technical services, including research, consulting, engineering, trades, and laboratory services.
Travel expenses, including transportation, accommodation, and meals; publication, printing, and other media services; and registration costs for workshops, conferences, meetings, and symposia.
Fees to access equipment and vessels; rental and maintenance of facilities and equipment; and laboratory and scientific supplies.
Overhead expenditures directly related and essential to the project, up to 15% of eligible expenditures, and Indigenous engagement, including honoraria, ceremonial items, gifts and/or feasts.
Who can I contact for more information about the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at nrcan.opp.mpri-ppo.irmp.rncan@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals available?
The Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals program is available across Canada.
Is the Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Multi-Partner Research Initiative: Indigenous-led research call for proposals is a Grant and Funding