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Research Grants (RFA)
Last Update: February 2, 2026
Canada
Supports research to improve Canadian seniors’ wellbeing
Grant and Funding
Overview
This program offers up to $25,000 for a one-year period. It supports research activities intended to maximize the impact of funding on the lives of Canadian seniors.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
Research and experimental development
Conduct research
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
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
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 24,850
Evaluate a virtual care navigation program for post-discharge seniors
$ 24,900
Study a community fall-prevention exercise program using wearable trackers
Eligibility
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Scientific Research Grants applications submitted in 2023.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants will be notified by late June regarding their eligibility to submit a Research Proposal.
Additional information
- Scientific Research Grants applications are not being accepted in 2023.
- Applicants are expected to be notified by late June regarding eligibility to submit a Research Proposal.
- The program context is linked to the healthcare challenges faced by Canadian seniors, highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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