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Subvention de démarrage du csbq
Funding for collaborative research start-up projects
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports collaborative research start-up projects that can lead to new funding from other sources. It provides up to $5,000 per project for activities such as preliminary data collection, pilot work, team meetings, and related research development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of collaborative research initiatives.
- Preliminary data gathering to support larger grant applications.
- Preparation of publications and team-based research outputs.
- Organization of research team meetings and related activities.
Documents Needed
- Cover letter
- Project justification and activity description
- CVs of non-CSBQ team collaborators
- Budget estimate
- List of other CSBQ funding received since 2009
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- CSBQ members involved in collaborative research projects.
- Research teams including at least two CSBQ members.
- Teams with non-CSBQ collaborators.
Who is not eligible
- Projects involving fewer than two CSBQ members.
Eligible expenses
- Preliminary data collection and pilot work.
- Team meetings and related collaborative activities.
- Research activities supporting new grant proposals.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Additional data collection for already funded projects.
- Student salary top-ups.
- Editing and printing costs.
- Conference participation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and decisions are finalized by May 30 each year.
- Successful applicants receive funding for approved collaborative research start-up activities.
- Recipients must provide activity updates and a final summary report after the project.
Additional information
- At least one call for applications is held each year.
- Exceptions may be considered depending on available funds.
- Recipients are encouraged to organize public events.
- A summary report must be submitted within one year after the project ends.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Subvention de démarrage du csbq Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Subvention de démarrage du csbq. 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 Subvention de démarrage du csbq?
This program supports collaborative research start-up projects that can lead to new funding from other sources. It provides up to $5,000 per project for activities such as preliminary data collection, pilot work, team meetings, and related research development.
How much funding can be received?
Subvention de démarrage du csbq Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Subvention de démarrage du csbq program?
To be eligible for the Subvention de démarrage du csbq program, you must:
At least two CSBQ members must collaborate.
The project must support collaborative research development.
Preference for projects linking multiple CSBQ themes.
What expenses are eligible under Subvention de démarrage du csbq?
Development of collaborative research initiatives.
Preliminary data gathering to support larger grant applications.
Preparation of publications and team-based research outputs.
Organization of research team meetings and related activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Subvention de démarrage du csbq?
You can contact Quebec Center for Biodiversity Science (QCBS) by email at info@qcbs.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Subvention de démarrage du csbq available?
The Subvention de démarrage du csbq program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Subvention de démarrage du csbq a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Subvention de démarrage du csbq is a Researchers And Facilities