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A New Frontier in Fundraising
International research on disruptive technologies
Funding available
$ 125,000
Deadline
August 18, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
The 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges supports international research teams and collaborative projects. It supports collaborative research on disruptive technologies to address global challenges, and project teams must include at least three principal investigators.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
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
- 2SLGBTQI+
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- International collaborative research projects that harness disruptive technologies to address global challenges.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Project teams with at least three principal investigators.
Who is not eligible
- Students, postdoctoral fellows, and research associates cannot apply as principal investigator where the stream defines them as ineligible.
- Individuals already participating in more than one application may be excluded where the stream explicitly limits participation to one application.
- For some streams, applicants whose main affiliation is not with an eligible Canadian institution cannot apply as principal investigator.
Selection criteria
- High risk
- High reward
- Interdisciplinarity
- Feasibility
- Equity, diversity and inclusion in research practices or research design, depending on the stream
How to apply
- Submit the required notice of intent or registration in the Convergence portal when applicable.
- Submit the required letter of intent when the stream requires it.
- Submit the detailed application only if invited or eligible to proceed to that stage.
- Have the research administration office submit the notice, letter, registration, or application through Convergence.
Additional information
- Each acronym and abbreviation must be explained in full.
- Attached pages must be 8 1/2 in x 11 in (216 mm x 279 mm).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the A New Frontier in Fundraising Program
What is the A New Frontier in Fundraising?
The 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges supports international research teams and collaborative projects. It supports collaborative research on disruptive technologies to address global challenges, and project teams must include at least three principal investigators.
How much funding can be received?
A New Frontier in Fundraising Funds up to $125,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the A New Frontier in Fundraising program?
To be eligible for the A New Frontier in Fundraising program, you must:
Project teams must include at least three principal investigators.
What expenses are eligible under A New Frontier in Fundraising?
International collaborative research projects that harness disruptive technologies to address global challenges.
Who can I contact for more information about the A New Frontier in Fundraising?
You can contact Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) by email at NFRF-FNFR@chairs-chaires.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the A New Frontier in Fundraising available?
The A New Frontier in Fundraising program is available across Canada.
Is the A New Frontier in Fundraising a grant, loan, or tax credit?
A New Frontier in Fundraising is a Grant and Funding