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Research in priority areas
Funding for strategic health research priorities
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
CIHR funds priority-driven health research in strategic areas to improve health systems and health outcomes. Support is available for research projects, career development, and training in a range of health-related fields.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Biomedical and clinical research.
- Health services and health systems research.
- Research on population, social, cultural, and environmental health factors.
- Career development and training support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Researchers and research teams.
- Applicants seeking career or training support.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Additional information
- Includes initiatives specific to CIHR Institutes.
- May fund research, career, or training.
- Covers health priorities defined with partners.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Research in priority areas Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Research in priority areas. 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 Research in priority areas?
CIHR funds priority-driven health research in strategic areas to improve health systems and health outcomes. Support is available for research projects, career development, and training in a range of health-related fields.
How much funding can be received?
Research in priority areas Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Research in priority areas program?
To be eligible for the Research in priority areas program, you must:
Must fit a CIHR priority area.
Must support health research goals.
May fund research, career, or training support.
What expenses are eligible under Research in priority areas?
Biomedical and clinical research.
Health services and health systems research.
Research on population, social, cultural, and environmental health factors.
Career development and training support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Research in priority areas?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
Where is the Research in priority areas available?
The Research in priority areas program is available across Canada.
Is the Research in priority areas a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Research in priority areas is a Grant and Funding
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