New Frontiers in Research Fund — International Stream

Who is eligible?

This grant targets research teams focused on the sustainable development of the Arctic and mandates collaboration with Indigenous communities. The evaluation and selection criteria focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion in research practice, as well as the project's impact and feasibility.

• Equity, diversity, and inclusion in research practice and support of early career researchers (Pass/Fail)
• High reward potential, specifically regarding the benefits to Canada’s Arctic communities (Pass/Fail)
• Feasibility of co-production with Indigenous communities and appropriate integration of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the research design, along with justified budget allocation (Pass/Fail)

Who is not eligible

Certain companies and organizations are ineligible to participate in the 2024 NordForsk-led International Joint Initiative on Sustainable Development of the Arctic due to their status or primary activities. These restrictions ensure alignment with the objectives of the grant and compliance with federal funding guidelines.

• For-profit organizations are not eligible to participate in any role in a proposal.
• Organizations affiliated with federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal government departments are restricted from applying as co-PIs or co-applicants.
• Individuals affiliated with for-profit entities cannot be part of the research team, including collaborators.

Eligible expenses

This grant supports collaborative research initiatives focusing on the sustainable development of the Arctic region. Projects are expected to be co-developed and co-led with Indigenous communities and should integrate equity, diversity, and inclusion in their approach.

• Co-development of sustainable practices with Indigenous communities in the Arctic.
• Research projects focusing on environmental conservation and climate resilience in Northern regions.
• Projects that integrate equity, diversity, and inclusion considerations in their research and activities.
• Initiatives that aim to establish inclusive and equitable partnerships in Arctic research.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant does not specify eligible geographical areas for companies; instead, eligibility is governed by the composition and eligibility of the research team and their partnerships.

Various details about the 2024 NordForsk-led International Joint Initiative on Sustainable Development of the Arctic call have been given, pertinent to eligibility, application process, and relevant policies.

• Termination of a grant occurs if the grantee no longer holds an eligible position, unless transferred to an eligible co-PI or co-applicant.
• The Canada Research Coordinating Committee (CRCC) provides strategic direction and oversight for the NFRF, with the NFRF Steering Committee including the presidents of CIHR, NSERC, and SSHRC, and deputy ministers.
• All applicants and grant holders must comply with the Regulations Governing Grant Applications and Tri-agency Guide on Financial Administration.
• Recipients must adhere to the Tri-Agency Open Access Policy on Publications and are encouraged to manage their research data per community standards and best practices.
• Applicants will be informed of competition results via NordForsk, with associated NFRF grant information communicated through the Convergence Portal.