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Scholarships for scientific succession
Funding pathway for emerging cancer researchers
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000 - $ 140,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2026
- Closing date : April 22, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports early-career cancer researchers through a two-part funding pathway. It provides $50,000 for one year for a postdoctoral fellowship and $140,000 over two years for an operating grant to launch independent cancer research.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 140,000 $
- Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 18, 2026
- Closing date : April 22, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Postdoctoral cancer research training
- Launch of an independent cancer research program
- Fundamental research, prevention, and early translational research
- Research on environmental causes of cancer
Documents Needed
- Abbreviated CV and publication list
- Research proposal and cited references
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
- Recommendation letters
- Institutional commitment and disclaimer forms for the second component
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Postdoctoral researchers
- Research associates seeking an independent career
- Researchers at Canadian universities or eligible research centres
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are neither Canadian citizens nor permanent residents
- Applicants who do not apply to both program components
- Researchers without a qualifying professor appointment for the second component
Eligible expenses
- Student and postdoctoral fellow compensation
- Research staff salaries
- Research supplies and publication costs
- Conference, seminar, and meeting travel costs up to $2,500 per year
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Principal investigator salary
- Indirect costs and facility-related expenses
- Equipment purchases
- Living expenses
- Clinical drug trials
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility and completeness
- Eligible files are reviewed by at least two experts and then by a peer review committee
- Applicants receive an email decision notice
- If funded, the next eligible applicant may be offered support if an award is declined
Additional information
- Applications can be submitted in French.
- Recipients must complete both program components.
- Applications are reviewed by a peer committee.
- Decision notices are sent by email to all applicants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Scholarships for scientific succession Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Scholarships for scientific succession. 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 Scholarships for scientific succession?
This program supports early-career cancer researchers through a two-part funding pathway. It provides $50,000 for one year for a postdoctoral fellowship and $140,000 over two years for an operating grant to launch independent cancer research.
How much funding can be received?
Scholarships for scientific succession Funds up to $140,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was April 22, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Scholarships for scientific succession program?
To be eligible for the Scholarships for scientific succession program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Postdoctoral researcher
Committed to both program parts
What expenses are eligible under Scholarships for scientific succession?
Postdoctoral cancer research training
Launch of an independent cancer research program
Fundamental research, prevention, and early translational research
Research on environmental causes of cancer
Who can I contact for more information about the Scholarships for scientific succession?
You can contact Cancer Research Society (CRS) by email at subventions@src-crs.ca or by phone at 514 861-9227.
Where is the Scholarships for scientific succession available?
The Scholarships for scientific succession program is available across Canada.