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Nursing Research Award
Seed funding for nursing research projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Overview
This award provides up to $2,500 in seed funding for nursing research in practice, education, or administration. It supports proposal development, pilot or small studies, and further development of ongoing research projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing a research proposal
- Conducting a pilot or small study
- Further developing an ongoing research project
Documents Needed
- Research proposal or background paper
- Team members form
- Resume form for each principal investigator
- Budget form
- Proof of ethics approval, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered nurses practicing in Newfoundland and Labrador
- CRNNL members in good standing
- Master's or doctoral nursing students who meet the license and membership requirements
Eligible expenses
- Personnel costs for research assistants, technicians, and non-professional assistants
- Equipment, within the program limit
- Supplies, services, and other project costs
- Travel for data collection and research dissemination
- Conference attendance for presenting research results
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Principal investigator salary
- Facility renovations
- Rent
- Utilities
- Entertainment expenses
- Retroactive funding for completed research projects
Eligible geographic areas
- Newfoundland and Labrador
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a peer review process.
- Proposals are assessed for scientific merit, contribution to nursing, feasibility, clarity, and relevance.
- Successful candidates are selected by the Research Award Review Committee and notified by email.
- Funding may depend on available fundable range and other funding sources.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed through a peer review process.
- Applicants are notified of results by email.
- Preference may be given to applicants who have not received this award in the past two years.
- Funds must be claimed and used within set deadlines unless an extension is approved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nursing Research Award Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Nursing Research Award. 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 Nursing Research Award?
This award provides up to $2,500 in seed funding for nursing research in practice, education, or administration. It supports proposal development, pilot or small studies, and further development of ongoing research projects.
How much funding can be received?
Nursing Research Award Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Nursing Research Award program?
To be eligible for the Nursing Research Award program, you must:
CRNNL member in good standing
Practicing license required
One application per funding year
What expenses are eligible under Nursing Research Award?
Developing a research proposal
Conducting a pilot or small study
Further developing an ongoing research project
Who can I contact for more information about the Nursing Research Award?
You can contact Newfoundland and Labrador Registered Nurses' Education and Research Trust by email at documentation@nlrntrust.ca.
Where is the Nursing Research Award available?
The Nursing Research Award program is available the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Is the Nursing Research Award a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Nursing Research Award is a Grant and Funding