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Research in priority areas
Priority-driven health research initiatives
Funding available
Up to 25% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Eligible candidates
Overview
Priority-driven research refers to Government of Canada initiatives that address pressing health issues of strategic importance to Canada. CIHR supports research and career or training support in specific health research areas identified with government departments, partners, and stakeholders to improve health systems and outcomes.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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 research.
- Clinical research.
- Research respecting health systems and health services.
- Research on the health of populations.
- Research on societal, cultural, and environmental influences on health.
Official resources
Additional information
- Additional initiatives, led by CIHR Institutes, can be found via the Institutes websites.
- CIHR identifies specific areas of research in consultation with other government departments, partners and stakeholders.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Research in priority areas Program
What is the Research in priority areas?
Priority-driven research refers to Government of Canada initiatives that address pressing health issues of strategic importance to Canada. CIHR supports research and career or training support in specific health research areas identified with government departments, partners, and stakeholders to improve health systems and outcomes.
How much funding can be received?
Research in priority areas Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses.
What expenses are eligible under Research in priority areas?
Biomedical research.
Clinical research.
Research respecting health systems and health services.
Research on the health of populations.
Research on societal, cultural, and environmental influences on health.
Who can I contact for more information about the Research in priority areas?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) by email at reimagining-acutecare-reinventersoinsaigus@cihr-irsc.gc.ca.
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
Who are the financial supporters of the Research in priority areas?
Research in priority areas is funded by Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)