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Training and Career Support Program
Supports training and career development in Canadian health research
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Canada
Overview
The CIHR Training and Career Support Program provides funding of up to $31.1 million over six years to strengthen Canadian health research capacity through innovative training, mentoring platforms, and career development for trainees, postdoctoral fellows, and early career researchers. Eligible activities include support for career readiness, leadership development, patient-oriented research, clinical trials training, and capacity building in diverse health research domains.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Develop workforce skills
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Other Health Services
- Employment and Training
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Support for doctoral and postdoctoral training in health research, including international study opportunities.
- Capacity development for Indigenous health research and community engagement initiatives.
- Development and enhancement of health research training platforms and mentoring programs across academic and professional sectors.
- Career development and leadership transition support for trainees pursuing patient-oriented research.
- Initiatives to build a skilled workforce in clinical trials and population health research.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Institutions and organizations involved in health research.
- Groups working on health policy and services development.
- Organizations focused on Indigenous health research.
- Training platforms centered on healthy cities and clinical trials.
- Academic and mentoring environments dedicated to training health researchers and trainees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Companies located in Canada.
Additional information
- CIHR is prioritizing the development of training and mentorship platforms to enhance career prospects for trainees and early career researchers.
- Ongoing enhancements to the CIHR funding approach may align with tri-agency strategies and could be influenced by resource constraints.
- All program activities are guided by a commitment to building research capacity among equity-seeking and rights-holding communities.
- The timeline for strategic developments and performance monitoring extends through to March 2026, with regular updates expected.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Training and Career Support Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Training and Career Support Program. 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 Training and Career Support Program?
The CIHR Training and Career Support Program provides funding of up to $31.1 million over six years to strengthen Canadian health research capacity through innovative training, mentoring platforms, and career development for trainees, postdoctoral fellows, and early career researchers. Eligible activities include support for career readiness, leadership development, patient-oriented research, clinical trials training, and capacity building in diverse health research domains.
What expenses are eligible under Training and Career Support Program?
Support for doctoral and postdoctoral training in health research, including international study opportunities.
Capacity development for Indigenous health research and community engagement initiatives.
Development and enhancement of health research training platforms and mentoring programs across academic and professional sectors.
Career development and leadership transition support for trainees pursuing patient-oriented research.
Initiatives to build a skilled workforce in clinical trials and population health research.
Who can I contact for more information about the Training and Career Support Program?
You can contact Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
Where is the Training and Career Support Program available?
The Training and Career Support Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Training and Career Support Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Training and Career Support Program is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the Training and Career Support Program?
Training and Career Support Program is funded by Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)