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Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine)
Supplemental support for trainees affected by Ukraine
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000 - $ 45,000
Timeline
- Closing date : December 22, 2022
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides supplemental funding to support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers directly affected by the crisis in Ukraine. It offers up to $45,000 for postdoctoral support, up to $25,000 for doctoral support, and up to $20,000 for master’s support.
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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
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 45,000 $
- Minimum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 22, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Language Minorities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Initiating or maintaining employment or financial support for a graduate student or postdoctoral researcher
- Supporting research activities carried out by the trainee under the grant
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Signed form from the grant holder
- Signature from the institutional representative
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- CIHR grant holders with an active eligible grant
- NSERC and SSHRC grant holders under eligible funding opportunities
Who is not eligible
- CIHR salary award holders
- CIHR training award holders
- Independent researchers
- Applicants without an active eligible grant
Eligible expenses
- Stipends or salaries for eligible trainees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Travel expenses
- Support for independent researchers
- Funding for trainees already receiving other tri-agency funds for the same purpose
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are processed as they are received if submitted on or before December 22, 2022.
- Applicants and institutional representatives are notified within 20 business days.
- If approved, funds are transferred to the institution as a supplement to the existing grant.
- No additional reporting is required beyond the original grant reporting procedures.
Additional information
- No additional reporting is required for this supplement.
- Funds are transferred to the institution as a supplement to an existing grant.
- The same terms from the original funding authorization remain in effect.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine). 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 Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine)?
This program provides supplemental funding to support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers directly affected by the crisis in Ukraine. It offers up to $45,000 for postdoctoral support, up to $25,000 for doctoral support, and up to $20,000 for master’s support.
How much funding can be received?
Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) Funds up to $45,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) program?
To be eligible for the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) program, you must:
Active eligible grant holder
Trainee directly impacted by Ukraine crisis
Trainee in Canada for support period
What expenses are eligible under Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine)?
Initiating or maintaining employment or financial support for a graduate student or postdoctoral researcher
Supporting research activities carried out by the trainee under the grant
Who can I contact for more information about the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine)?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) by email at support-soutien@cihr-irsc.gc.ca.
Where is the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) available?
The Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) program is available across Canada.
Is the Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Special Response Fund for Trainees (Ukraine) is a Grant and Funding