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Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities
Funding for disability participation research
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 130,000
Timeline
- Closing date : June 26, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $130,000 to support research and experimentation on the social participation of people with disabilities. It funds projects that develop knowledge, test innovative solutions, and improve access, inclusion, and social participation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 130,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : June 26, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Research projects on the social participation of people with disabilities
- Experimentation projects to test or improve goods and services
- Projects documenting barriers and proposing solutions for accessibility and inclusion
Documents Needed
- Project description
- Research team CVs
- Letters of support, agreement or collaboration, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Research teams
- Researchers and qualified professionals
- Non-profit organizations incorporated in Quebec
- Quebec universities and research centers
- Public or parapublic bodies in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Private companies
- Applicants not established in Quebec
- Entities listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- Applicants with unresolved obligations under previous Quebec public funding
Eligible expenses
- Staff salaries, benefits, and student scholarships
- Participant compensation, consulting fees, and equipment rental or purchase
- Computer and IT services
- Travel, accommodation, supplies, and office materials
- Translation, dissemination, and knowledge transfer costs
- Indirect research costs required by universities or research institutions
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs not directly related to the project
- Salaries already covered by a government-funded regular budget
- Expenses incurred before approval or after the project period
- Costs already funded by Quebec government budget rules
- Property purchases and debt or loan repayments
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Relevance to the law and the policy À part entière — 25 points
- Scientific quality of the project — 35 points
- Feasibility of the study — 10 points
- Expected impact and dissemination potential — 15 points
- Research team expertise and quality of collaborations — 15 points
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the project file
- Write the project description in the required format.
- Include the team CVs and any support or collaboration letters, if applicable.
- Complete the budget summary and all required project sections.
- Step 2: Submit online
- Use the online service to submit the application.
- Create an account if needed to save and complete the application before submission.
- Step 3: Await review
- The Office checks admissibility and sends eligible projects to the evaluation committee.
- Applicants receive a decision letter after the review process.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for admissibility and completeness.
- Eligible projects are reviewed by the evaluation committee.
- Applicants receive a letter confirming acceptance or refusal.
- A funding agreement is signed before the subsidy is paid.
- Project follow-up includes an interim report and a final report.
Additional information
- Applications must be complete and submitted before the deadline.
- The project must be explicitly linked to the policy À part entière.
- The funding agreement is not renewable.
- A final scientific report must be written in French.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities Program
What is the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities?
This program provides up to $130,000 to support research and experimentation on the social participation of people with disabilities. It funds projects that develop knowledge, test innovative solutions, and improve access, inclusion, and social participation.
How much funding can be received?
Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $130,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities program?
To be eligible for the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities program, you must:
Qualified researcher or professional
Quebec-based affiliation required
Project linked to À part entière
What expenses are eligible under Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities?
Research projects on the social participation of people with disabilities
Experimentation projects to test or improve goods and services
Projects documenting barriers and proposing solutions for accessibility and inclusion
Who can I contact for more information about the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities?
You can contact OPHQ (OPHQ) by email at peph@ophq.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 1 800 567-1465.
Where is the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities available?
The Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Research on the Social Participation of People with Disabilities is a Grant and Funding