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The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants
Physician-led health research funding in Ontario
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports physician-led health research in clinical research, medical education research, and health systems research. Funding is up to $100,000 per year for up to two years, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
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
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Clinical research directly relevant to patient care
- Medical education research at the post-M.D. level
- Health systems research on care delivery and practice effectiveness
Documents Needed
- Completed online application form
- Application submission survey
- Signed letters of support, if applicable
- Completed signature page, if applicable
- Required approvals and registrations for the project
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Licensed M.D. physicians with an academic appointment in Ontario
- Fellows who are licensed M.D.s and have a supervising co-principal investigator
- Physician researchers in Ontario applying for health research projects
Who is not eligible
- Residents applying outside the Resident Research stream
- Applicants without an M.D. degree
- Graduate students or trainees
- Investigators based outside Ontario
Eligible expenses
- Research staff salaries and related benefits
- Necessary project equipment, materials, and supplies
- Publication costs and open-access fees
- Conference travel for scientific presentations
- Other directly related project expenses with justification
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Overhead and indirect costs
- Operating costs, budget deficits, and membership fees
- Fundraising, building funds, and capital campaigns
- Entertainment and hospitality costs
- Projects outside Ontario or unsupported research areas
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible applications are sent for external peer review.
- The Grants Committee makes the final funding decision.
- Applicants are notified of the decision and reviewer comments.
- If funded, the project must follow PSI reporting and approval requirements.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
- Decisions are generally made within 6 months.
- Applicants must use PSI’s online application system.
- Resubmitted declined applications are allowed only once.
Frequently Asked Questions about the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants. 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 The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants?
This program supports physician-led health research in clinical research, medical education research, and health systems research. Funding is up to $100,000 per year for up to two years, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
How much funding can be received?
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants Funds up to $100,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants program?
To be eligible for the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants program, you must:
Physician-led health research
Ontario sponsoring institution
Submitted online through PSI
What expenses are eligible under The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants?
Clinical research directly relevant to patient care
Medical education research at the post-M.D. level
Health systems research on care delivery and practice effectiveness
Where is the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants available?
The The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants?
The Physicians' Services Incorporated Foundation - Health Research Grants is funded by PSI Foundation (PSI)