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Participatory Action Research Grants - British Columbia - Canada
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Participatory Action Research Grants

Support for collaborative health research addressing social determinants in BC communities.
Vancouver Foundation
Nakusp and Area Community Foundation (NACF)
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Funding for community-based participatory action research projects focused on social determinants of health in BC, with up to $100,000 per year for multi-year 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
  • 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

  • Developing community partnerships to identify health issues.
  • Conducting participatory research involving community members.
  • Analyzing data and producing accessible knowledge for policy and community action.

Documents Needed

Project proposal, partnership agreement between community organization and research institution, evidence of ethical approval, budget plan.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Community service organizations.
  • Research institutions with access to an ethics board.

Who is not eligible

  • Organizations without a partnership agreement with a research institution.
  • Projects not focused on social determinants of health.

Eligible expenses

  • Costs related to research activities and community engagement.
  • Personnel salaries directly involved in the project.
  • Materials and supplies necessary for research implementation.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Activities unrelated to health or community engagement.
  • Projects that do not involve a partnership with a research institution.
  • Expenses for activities outside the scope of participatory research.
  • Costs incurred before project approval.

Eligible geographic areas

British Columbia

Processing and Agreement

  • Application review and assessment occur shortly after the submission deadline.
  • Applicants are notified of funding decisions in early October.
  • Selected projects will need to sign a funding agreement before disbursement of funds.
  • Ongoing reporting of progress and final outcomes is required.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to prepare a clear project plan that demonstrates collaboration between community organizations and research institutions. The focus is on projects that address social determinants of health within BC communities.

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?

Funding for community-based participatory action research projects focused on social determinants of health in BC, with up to $100,000 per year for multi-year projects.

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: Partnerships between community groups and research institutions addressing local health issues.

What expenses are eligible under Participatory Action Research Grants?

Developing community partnerships to identify health issues. Conducting participatory research involving community members. Analyzing data and producing accessible knowledge for policy and 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)

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