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PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program
Funding for innovative PSC research projects
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 37,500 - $ 100,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
PSC Partners Canada funds research on primary sclerosing cholangitis, with awards of up to USD 75,000 total for a Research Seed Grant and USD 100,000 total for a Young Investigator Award. The program supports basic science and clinical projects that address important, novel questions related to PSC, including preclinical and clinical research.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Minimum amount : 37,500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Basic science research on PSC.
- Clinical research on PSC.
- Preclinical research using animal models, human tissue, or organoids.
- Research on closely associated diseases, including inflammatory bowel diseases and cholangiocarcinoma.
Documents Needed
- Letter of Intent form
- Formal grant application
- Research proposal
- Patient partnership plan, if included
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers at Canadian hospitals and universities.
- Researchers at prescribed universities outside Canada.
- Principal investigators with a relevant academic, research, or nonprofit affiliation.
- Applicants for Research Seed Grants or Young Investigator Awards.
Who is not eligible
- Pharmaceutical companies.
- Biotech companies.
- Related industry applicants seeking startup funding.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Startup funding for pharmaceutical, biotech, or related industries.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- Prescribed universities outside Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Letter of Intent submissions are reviewed first for eligibility.
- Eligible applicants receive detailed instructions for the full application.
- Applications are reviewed by the Scientific/Medical Advisory Committee, community reviewers, and the boards of directors.
- Final funding decisions are made by PSC Partners Canada.
- Awardees are announced in April or May 2026.
Additional information
- Applications are considered for funding by both the U.S. and Canadian organizations.
- Only one application should be submitted.
- Patient partnership is strongly encouraged in research proposals.
- Grant awards are announced in April or May 2026.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program. 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 PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program?
PSC Partners Canada funds research on primary sclerosing cholangitis, with awards of up to USD 75,000 total for a Research Seed Grant and USD 100,000 total for a Young Investigator Award. The program supports basic science and clinical projects that address important, novel questions related to PSC, including preclinical and clinical research.
How much funding can be received?
PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program program?
To be eligible for the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program program, you must:
PSC-focused research project.
Eligible principal investigator.
Affiliated research organization.
What expenses are eligible under PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program?
Basic science research on PSC.
Clinical research on PSC.
Preclinical research using animal models, human tissue, or organoids.
Research on closely associated diseases, including inflammatory bowel diseases and cholangiocarcinoma.
Who can I contact for more information about the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program?
You can contact PSC Partners Seeking a Cure Canada (PSC) by email at grants@pscpartners.org or by phone at 303-771-5227.
Where is the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program available?
The PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program program is available across Canada.
Is the PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PSC Partners Canada Annual Research Grant Program is a Researchers And Facilities