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Subvention de démarrage du csbq
Collaborative research support for CSBQ members
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The CSBQ start-up funding program supports collaborative research projects for CSBQ members and provides up to $5,000 per project. It helps teams develop preliminary ideas, produce new publications, and organize meetings that strengthen future funding proposals.
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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 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
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 ideas
- Obtaining preliminary data to demonstrate feasibility or justify a larger proposal
- Preparing new publications
- Organizing team meetings needed to develop larger funding proposals
Documents Needed
- Cover letter
- Project justification and activity description
- CVs of each non-CSBQ collaborator on the team
- Budget estimate
- List of CSBQ grants and awards received since 2009 by team members
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Collaborations involving at least two CSBQ members.
Who is not eligible
- Projects involving fewer than two CSBQ members.
Eligible expenses
- Pilot laboratory experiments
- Field data collection
- Genetic analyses
- Preliminary data collection for a meta-analysis
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Additional data collection for existing funded projects
- Student salary top-ups
- Editing and printing costs
- Conference participation
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Preference is given to projects that unite several themes and axes of the CSBQ research structure.
- Priority is given to teams that have not previously received a start-up grant.
- Additional priority is given to teams that have not previously received joint grants.
- Additional priority is given to teams that would benefit most from the opportunity to demonstrate the potential of their collaboration.
How to apply
- Submit the application using the online form.
- Send one PDF containing all required submission documents.
Processing and Agreement
- Decisions are finalized on 30 May each year.
- A synthesis report must be sent to the CSBQ after the funded project ends.
- The report will be made public on the CSBQ website after review.
- Original receipts must be kept for an appropriate period according to the university's administrative services.
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
What is the Subvention de démarrage du csbq?
The CSBQ start-up funding program supports collaborative research projects for CSBQ members and provides up to $5,000 per project. It helps teams develop preliminary ideas, produce new publications, and organize meetings that strengthen future funding proposals.
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.
Each member may request only one start-up grant per application round.
What expenses are eligible under Subvention de démarrage du csbq?
Development of collaborative research ideas
Obtaining preliminary data to demonstrate feasibility or justify a larger proposal
Preparing new publications
Organizing team meetings needed to develop larger funding proposals
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.
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 Grant and Funding