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Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub
Supports coordinated avian influenza research across sectors
Last Update: May 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 750,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 28, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $250,000 per year for up to three years. It supports a national hub to coordinate avian influenza research and mobilize knowledge across human, animal, and environmental health.
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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
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 28, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Health care and social assistance
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia, Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Emergency and Relief
- Environment
- Animal Protection
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Civic and Advocacy Organizations
- International Activities
- Business Associations
- Professional Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research coordination and knowledge mobilization hub activities
- Domestic and international engagement on avian influenza research
- Human, animal, and environmental data management and sharing support
- Development and dissemination of knowledge mobilization products
Documents Needed
- Tri-agency CVs for key participants
- Participant table
- Research proposal
- Budget justification
- Sex and gender module certificate
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Independent researchers at Canadian postsecondary institutions and affiliated organizations
- Knowledge users at Canadian postsecondary institutions and affiliated organizations
- Indigenous non-governmental organizations in Canada
- Canadian municipal, provincial, or territorial government researchers
- Canadian non-profit organizations with a research or knowledge mobilization mandate
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without a Canadian base or required mandate
- Projects not led by an eligible nominated principal applicant
- Teams lacking the required interdisciplinary knowledge-user roles
Eligible expenses
- Travel and accommodation for required meetings
- Accessibility supports
- Translation and preparation of public materials
- Community engagement and participation costs
- Release time allowance for eligible knowledge users
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New preclinical vaccine development
- Open access publication fees for engaged avian influenza researchers are not covered by the Hub
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Ontario, for the required launch meeting
- British Columbia, for projects involving a Health Research BC-funded partner
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for relevance to the program objectives.
- Relevant applications undergo peer review.
- The highest-ranked application in the competition is funded.
- A notice of decision is issued to applicants.
- Reporting and meeting participation are required after approval.
Additional information
- A webinar will be hosted to support applicants.
- A tri-agency CV is required for key participants.
- A sex and gender training certificate is required for the NPA and EDI Champion.
- Applications involving Indigenous communities require a cultural safety form.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub. 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 Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub?
This program provides up to $250,000 per year for up to three years. It supports a national hub to coordinate avian influenza research and mobilize knowledge across human, animal, and environmental health.
How much funding can be received?
Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub Funds up to $750,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub program?
To be eligible for the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub program, you must:
Canadian-based applicant
Interdisciplinary team
Required knowledge users
What expenses are eligible under Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub?
Research coordination and knowledge mobilization hub activities
Domestic and international engagement on avian influenza research
Human, animal, and environmental data management and sharing support
Development and dissemination of knowledge mobilization products
Who can I contact for more information about the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) by email at support-soutien@cihr-irsc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-954-1968.
Where is the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub available?
The Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub program is available the province of British Columbia, Ontario.
Is the Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Team Grant: Avian Influenza Coordination and Knowledge Mobilization Hub is a Researchers And Facilities