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Participatory Action Research Grants
Funding for participatory health research in BC
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Participatory Action Research grants support health-related research projects focused on the root causes of urgent community health issues in British Columbia. Funding is available for Convene and Investigate projects, with up to $25,000 for Convene and up to $100,000 per year for Investigate.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Exploring complex community health issues.
- Developing a participatory research question and project plan.
- Researching root causes of health issues and analyzing findings.
- Sharing knowledge to support future community action.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Community service organizations
- Universities
- Health authorities
- Other research-based organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Convene applications and Stage 1 Investigate applications are reviewed, and decisions are sent by email in early October.
- Investigate applications continue in a second stage if the first stage is successful.
Additional information
- There are two grant types: Convene and Investigate.
- Convene grants are one-stage applications.
- Investigate grants use a two-stage application process.
- Decisions for Convene and Stage 1 Investigate applications are sent by email in early October.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Participatory Action Research Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Participatory Action Research Grants. 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 Participatory Action Research Grants?
Participatory Action Research grants support health-related research projects focused on the root causes of urgent community health issues in British Columbia. Funding is available for Convene and Investigate projects, with up to $25,000 for Convene and up to $100,000 per year for Investigate.
How much funding can be received?
Participatory Action Research Grants Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Participatory Action Research Grants program?
To be eligible for the Participatory Action Research Grants program, you must:
Health-related research project
Primary activity in British Columbia
Community organization and research institution partnership
What expenses are eligible under Participatory Action Research Grants?
Exploring complex community health issues.
Developing a participatory research question and project plan.
Researching root causes of health issues and analyzing findings.
Sharing knowledge to support future community action.
Where is the Participatory Action Research Grants available?
The Participatory Action Research Grants program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Participatory Action Research Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Participatory Action Research Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Participatory Action Research Grants?
Participatory Action Research Grants is funded by Vancouver Foundation, Nakusp and Area Community Foundation (NACF)