Funding Opportunities
The Office of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation (OVPRI) offers guidance and support for researchers in identifying potential funding sources and with the application process. Faculty members in all departments are encouraged to contact the listed Grants/Contract Officer or Innovation Advisor (opens in new window) for more information pertaining to a specific program.
We provide the following services:
- Advice and guidance on research grant proposal preparation.
- Substantive / technical review of proposal drafts and applications.
- Facilitation of interdisciplinary collaborations and partnerships.
- Information regarding signature requirements for proposal submissions.
- Assistance with budget development.
Workshops are held by the OVPRI throughout the year to provide updates on funding agencies, funding and proposal development, and more. Check News and Events (opens in new window) for more details on upcoming events.
Some agencies have a postmarked deadline, while others have a due date by which the application must be received by the agency. The OVPRI deadline for internal review and to obtain any required signatures is two weeks prior to the agency deadline.
The COS Pivot Database
The COS Pivot Database is free for all TMU researchers and is the largest searchable database in the world for researchers looking for funding opportunities and potential collaborators. Built in collaboration with more than 260 leading research universities, government agencies, and other R&D organizations from around the world, COS Pivot continues to expand internationally and seeks to include all disciplines in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
- Create a Pivot Account (external link, opens in new window)
- Search the COS Pivot Database (external link, opens in new window)
External Funding Opportunities
The list provided below is not inclusive of all funding opportunities. If you require information or assistance for a competition or opportunity not listed below, please contact Richard McCulloch, Executive Director, Research Services.
Our internal deadline to submit applications/proposals for review and signature is two weeks prior to the sponsor deadline.
As of December 4, 2023, Canadian researchers are considered “associate country participants” within Pillar II of Horizon Europe (external link, opens in new window) , the EU's key funding program for research and innovation. Pillar II is primarily focused on tackling major, shared global challenges, including climate, energy, digital economy, and health, and addressing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Pillar II: Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness is the largest collaborative part of the Horizon Europe program, with a budget of approximately C$79.6 billion.
Canadian researchers can apply now as beneficiaries and receive grants directly from the European Commission (EC) once provisional application begins, likely in Q3 2024. Given application processing timeframes, Canadians are strongly encouraged to apply now to be considered in the 2024 review period.
Researchers interested in learning more about and applying for Horizon Europe Pillar II open calls can consult the current list of funding and tender opportunities (opens in new window) on the EU's Funding and Tenders Portal.
For any additional questions, please contact Richard McCulloch, Executive Director, Research Services.
Related Links:
- (PDF file) Canada EU STI Opportunities Support Document
- (PDF file) STI Guide for Canadians - Horizon Europe EN v2023
NOTE: The STI Guide for Canadians - Horizon Europe EN v2023 document predates Canada's participation in Horizon Europe and will soon be updated. The Canada EU Opportunities Support Document is up to date.
| Opportunity | Internal Contact |
|---|---|
| NSERC Alliance-Mitacs Accelerate grants (external link, opens in new window) | Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| Galina Maliouta galina.maliouta@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | Mitacs Elevate (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Leslie Bone lbone@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Canadian Cancer Society: Accelerator Grants (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| August 19, 2025 | New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF): 2025 Exploration Competition (NOI) (external link) Internal Deadline: August 5, 2025 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | NSERC: Discovery Grants (Individual) (NOI) (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell |
| TBA | CIHR Planning and Dissemination Grants (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) Community-based stream (external link, opens in new window) | Tina Smith tina.smith@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | CIHR: Project Grant (external link) | Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| September 15, 2025 | SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants (Fall) (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: September 2, 2025 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| September 15, 2025 | NSERC Science Promoters: PromoScience (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: September 3, 2025 |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| September 16, 2025 | NSERC Idea to Innovation Grants (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: September 2, 2025 |
Stephanie Marciniak |
| September 22, 2025 | NSERC CREATE Program (external link) | Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| October 21, 2025 | New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF): 2025 Exploration Competition (external link) Internal Deadline: October 7, 2025 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | SSHRC Insight Grants: Fall 2025 (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Internal Deadline: TBA |
Dayle Levine dayle.levine@torontomu.ca (opens in new window) |
| TBA | NSERC Discovery Horizons Grants (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | Canada Research Chairs (By Invitation/Nomination Only) (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Dayle Levine dayle.levine@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | The Academy of Medical Sciences: UK-Canada Networking Grants (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | NSERC Research Tools and Instruments Grants Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | SSHRC Partnership Development Grant (external link) | researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| TBA | NSERC Discovery Grants (Individual) (Full Application) (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Linda Hurrell lhurrell@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | SSHRC Connection Grants Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | SSHRC Partnership Development Grant (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | CIHR Planning and Dissemination Grant (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Rachael Dempsey rachael.dempsey@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| December 15, 2025 | SSHRC Partnership Engage Grants (Winter) (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: December 2, 2025 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contract |
| TBA | NSERC Idea to Innovation Grants (external link, opens in new window) Internal Deadline: TBA |
Stephanie Marciniak smarciniak@torontomu.ca |
| TBA | SSHRC Destination Horizon Grant (external link) Internal Deadline: TBA |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| Deadline | Opportunity | Internal Contact |
| February 1, 2026 | SSHRC Connection Grant (external link) Internal Deadline: January 17, 2026 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| February 2, 2026 | SSHRC Insight Development Grant (external link) Internal Deadline: January 17, 2026 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| February 10, 2026 | SSHRC Partnership Grants: Stage 1 (external link) Internal Deadline: January 25, 2026 |
researchservices@torontomu.ca |
| February 15, 2026 | Canada Foundation of Innovation: John R. Evans Leaders Fund (Unaffiliated) (external link) Internal Deadline: January 31, 2026 |
Dayle Levine dayle.levine@torontomu.ca |
Non-Funding External Opportunities
| Deadline | Opportunity | Contact |
| November 22, 2024 | Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC) - Call for Protocol Subcommittee Members (external link, opens in new window) | nominations@ccac.ca |
Internal Funding Opportunities
Toronto Metropolitan University provides SRC activity funding to faculty members throughout the year. Priority is given to applicants who do not otherwise have funding to pay for their research programs. Recipients are expected to apply for an external grant within two years of receiving the funds.
Please contact srcfunding@torontomu.ca for any inquiries on internal funding opportunities.
| Deadline | Opportunity | Links and Forms |
May 5, 2025 (12:00 p.m.) |
2025 Internal Equipment Grant: Provides funding for the purchase of research-related tools and/or equipment to support existing and proposed SRC activity at the university. |
(PDF file) Application Guidelines for Internal Equipment Grant |
| November 30, 2024 | Bridging Divides Emerging Research Grants: All faculty members (tenured or tenure-track) and postdoctoral fellows at TMU are eligible to apply as primary applicants or co-applicants. |
Bridging Divides Emerging Research Grant Application Instructions |
| Ongoing | 2025 Supplemental Indigenous SRC Fund: Offers non-competitive supplemental SRC funding support to Indigenous faculty members’ SRC programs, including the training of Indigenous undergraduate and/or graduate students towards expanding Indigenous scholarship at the university. | |
| Closed for 2025 | 2025 SSHRC Explore Competition: The SSHRC Explore grant provides funds to faculty members pursuing research/scholarship in the social sciences and humanities. |
(PDF file) Application Guidelines for SSHRC Explore Competition
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| Closed for 2025 | 2025 Strategic SRC Initiative Fund: The Strategic SRC Initiative Fund provides internal funds to enhance areas of SRC excellence that are of strategic importance to the university by giving researchers/scholars an opportunity to nurture and scale their SRC initiatives. |
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| June 7, 2024 (11:59 pm EST) |
Ignition Program: Open to researchers from TMU, Wilfrid Laurier University, Unity Health Toronto and Mount Sinai Hospital. Provides tailored support and funding of up to $45,000 to launch a technology into a commercial pathway. Intended to support late-stage technologies. | Ignition Application Form and Details (external link) |
May 1, 2025 for paid leaves starting July 1 or September 1 October 1, 2025 for paid leaves starting January 1 |
Research Leave Grant: Supports faculty research activity during paid research leaves. | Application Instructions for Research Leave Grant |
Updated: May 9, 2025