LAUNCH 2026-2027: Call for projects – CRIR New Initiatives Program
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CRIR New Initiatives Program 2026-2027
Important informations:
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The deadline for receiving projects is Sunday, February 21, 2027, 11:59 p.m.
- The application must include at least three individuals, including at least one regular CRIR researcher and one clinician/healthcare professional who works at one of the CRIR sites.
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All research themes related to CRIR’s mission will be considered.
- To access the complete program description and online submission form: click here.
FUNDING: Recipients will receive a maximum amount of $10,000 per project, for a period of 18 months, following the granting of funds.
The objective of the New Initiatives program is to award a grant that will encourage the formulation of a project, either for drafting a research protocol on an original problem or for the start-up of a new research team working on an original problem. In either case, the problem studied must emerge from a clinical setting and/or have a direct impact on the clinical setting. In addition, it is important to demonstrate how the grant received will support your future research.
MANY THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS FOR SUPPORTING CLINICAL RESEARCH!
The CRIR is pleased to once again count on the valuable support of its partners as part of the 2026–2027 New Initiatives competition. Thanks to their contribution, two additional projects will be funded, enhancing the program’s capacity to support innovative research initiatives.
- The Habilitas Foundation, in collaboration with Santé Québec West-Central Montreal Heath and Social Services University Network, will fund one project addressing the needs of the Lethbridge-Layton-Mackay Rehabilitation Centre clientele. This year, special consideration will be given to projects addressing the needs of youth and young adults between the ages of 21-35.
- About the Habilitas Foundation (pdf)
- The Nazareth and Louis-Braille Institute Fund (INLB Fund) of Santé Québec Montérégie-Centre will support one project that meets the eligibility criteria of the New Initiatives program and specifically addresses the clinical needs of individuals with visual impairments.
- Learn more about research and innovation at the Nazareth and Louis-Braille Institute.
CRIR New Initiatives Program
- Find out more about the competition on the CRIR website by clicking on this link.
- It is strongly recommended that you consult the submission form and the evaluation criteria before and during the preparation of your application.
ANY QUESTIONS?
Contact Claudia Bojanowski, Coordinator – Partnerships and Knowledge Mobilization, at partenariat.crir@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
Good luck to everyone!
Philippe Archambault, Ph.D. and Claudine Auger, Ph.D.
CRIR Scientific Directors
