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New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream
Funding for interdisciplinary postpandemic research
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Funding available
$ 250,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $250,000 per year for research projects addressing postpandemic recovery priorities. It supports interdisciplinary, Canadian-led projects that respond to the UN Research Roadmap and aim to produce measurable results.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Other Racialized Persons
- 2SLGBTQI+
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Interdisciplinary research on postpandemic recovery
- Projects responding to UN Roadmap priorities
- Short- and medium-term research projects
- Discrete phases of longer-term research programs
Documents Needed
- Notice of intent
- Full application
- Research proposal
- GBA+ analysis
- Budget justification
Official resources
Program guide
Application portal
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian research teams
- Universities and postsecondary research teams
- Interdisciplinary research teams with academic and non-academic members
Who is not eligible
- Students, postdoctoral fellows, and research associates as NPI, co-PI, or co-applicant
- For-profit organizations as NPI, co-PI, or co-applicant
- Federal, provincial, territorial, or municipal government departments as NPI, co-PI, or co-applicant
- Applicants already listed on more than one application in the same role
Eligible expenses
- Direct research costs related to the project
- Indirect costs up to 25% of direct research costs
- Eligible salary support for certain college-based researchers and staff
- Student salaries, stipends, and nondiscretionary benefits
- Course load reduction costs for faculty involvement, within the stated cap
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects similar to those already submitted to or funded by federal research funding agency programs
- Direct funding for collaborators who are not eligible to access grant funds
- Expenses within the mandate of a co-PI’s or co-applicant’s employer organization
- Research administrator and business development salaries
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Interdisciplinarity / fit to program: pass/fail
- Equity, diversity and inclusion: pass/fail
- High risk: 30%
- High reward: 40%
- Feasibility: 30%
How to apply
- Step 1
- Create and complete team profiles in the Convergence Portal.
- Prepare the notice of intent with required project details.
- Step 2
- Submit the notice of intent through the institution’s research administrator by the deadline.
- Use the Convergence Portal and follow the NOI guide.
- Step 3
- Prepare the full application, including the proposal, GBA+ analysis, biographical information, budget justification, and references.
- Upload the required attachments in PDF format and ensure formatting rules are met.
- Step 4
- Submit the full application through the research administrator before the deadline.
- Review the final status in the Convergence Portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility and compliance.
- Full applications are reviewed by external reviewers and a multidisciplinary panel.
- The review panel assigns ratings for EDI, interdisciplinarity, high risk, high reward, and feasibility.
- The NFRF Steering Committee makes final funding decisions.
- Results are shared through the Convergence Portal, with a summary of the evaluation.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted in two stages: a notice of intent and a full application.
- Results are communicated through the Convergence Portal.
- Project grantees must attend mid-term and final forums to present findings.
- Funding may be supplemented by partner organizations for selected projects.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream Program
What is the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream?
This program provides up to $250,000 per year for research projects addressing postpandemic recovery priorities. It supports interdisciplinary, Canadian-led projects that respond to the UN Research Roadmap and aim to produce measurable results.
How much funding can be received?
New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream program?
To be eligible for the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream program, you must:
Interdisciplinary research team
Addresses UN Roadmap priorities
NPI at eligible Canadian institution
What expenses are eligible under New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream?
Interdisciplinary research on postpandemic recovery
Projects responding to UN Roadmap priorities
Short- and medium-term research projects
Discrete phases of longer-term research programs
Who can I contact for more information about the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream?
You can contact Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) by email at NFRF-FNFR@chairs-chaires.gc.ca or by phone at 613-995-4273.
Where is the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream available?
The New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream program is available across Canada.
Is the New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) — Special Calls Stream is a Partnering and Collaboration