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RDAR — One Health Targeted Call
One Health research funding for Alberta producers
Record updated
- Funding available
- $ 600,000
- Up to 60% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Alberta, Canada
Overview
One Health Targeted Call supports Alberta researchers, educational institutions, government organizations, and for-profit companies developing genomic-enabled One Health solutions for Alberta producers, with up to $600,000 per project. It targets chronic wasting disease, feral pigs, African swine fever, antimicrobial resistance, and highly pathogenic avian influenza through research with tangible impact in Alberta.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $600,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 60%
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Alberta
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Legal structures
- Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Research
- Target groups
- Rural / Remote communities, Business owners / entrepreneurs, Nonprofits / charities, Academia / students
- Scope
- Provincial, National, International
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Availability timeline
2025
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Marketing boards and commissions
- Educational institutions
- Government organizations and agencies
- Incorporated not-for-profit agricultural associations
- For-profit companies operating in Alberta
Who is not eligible
- Organizations not in good standing with RDAR
- Applicants in default under other RDAR agreements or programs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Commercialization of new technologies beyond pilot studies
- Marketing activities
- Private research and development activities
Activities funded
- Research using genomic-enabled technologies for One Health solutions.
- Projects focused on chronic wasting disease, feral pigs and African swine fever, antimicrobial resistance, or highly pathogenic avian influenza.
- One Health research with a clear extension component for Alberta producers.
- Urgent and emerging One Health research with a strong case for Alberta producer benefit.
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit the Statement of Intent
- Prepare and send the SOI to Genome Alberta.
- Submit it by the stated SOI deadline.
- Step 2: Wait for review and invitation
- Your SOI is reviewed by the program team.
- Selected applicants are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Step 3: Submit the full proposal
- Complete the full proposal if you receive an invitation.
- Submit the proposal through ARGO by the deadline.
- Step 4: Await the decision
- Successful applicants receive a notice of award after the evaluation process.
Documents Needed
- Statement of Intent (SOI)
- Full proposal, if invited
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the program priorities and Alberta producer benefits.
- Measurable, reportable, and verifiable impact on the target producer group.
- Uniqueness of the project compared with other proposals.
- Achievable and appropriate project timeline.
- Adoption or commercialization potential, with clear and justified budget items.
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants must submit detailed interim reports and financial statements, as well as a final report and financial statements, online through ARGO at rdar.smartsimple.ca.
- These reports must be submitted in accordance with the terms and conditions in the project's grant agreement.
- Funding from RDAR must be acknowledged on appropriate signs, stickers, posters, publications, and press releases dealing with the project.
- The applicant is permitted to use RDAR's name and logo when acknowledging RDAR's contribution, subject to RDAR's Grant Communications Guide.
Additional information
- Funding from RDAR must be acknowledged on project materials and communications.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call Program
What is the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call?
One Health Targeted Call supports Alberta researchers, educational institutions, government organizations, and for-profit companies developing genomic-enabled One Health solutions for Alberta producers, with up to $600,000 per project. It targets chronic wasting disease, feral pigs, African swine fever, antimicrobial resistance, and highly pathogenic avian influenza through research with tangible impact in Alberta.
How much funding can be received?
RDAR — One Health Targeted Call Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses, capped at $600,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call program?
To be eligible for the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call program, you must:
Qualified applicants must be from, or under contract with, organizations that directly and/or indirectly participate in the service and development of the Alberta livestock or crop industry.
The organization must be in good standing and not in default under any other agreements or programs with RDAR.
The project must have an omics focus within a One Health approach, demonstrate a tangible impact on end-users in Alberta, and return benefits to Alberta's producers.
Who can I contact for more information about the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call?
You can contact Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR) by email at info@genomealberta.ca.
Where is the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call available?
The RDAR — One Health Targeted Call program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call a grant, loan, or tax credit?
RDAR — One Health Targeted Call is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the RDAR — One Health Targeted Call?
RDAR — One Health Targeted Call is funded by Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR), Genome Alberta