CIHR Project Grant
About This Grant
Project Grants support researchers at any career stage to build and conduct health-related research and knowledge translation projects. Grants range from $100,000 to $750,000 per year for one to five years.
Grant Summary
CIHR Project Grant is a Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) grant providing $100K to $750K for university. Applications are due 2026-09-15 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
- Researchers at an eligible Canadian institution
- Independent researcher status required
How to Apply
$100K–$750K
2026-09-15
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for CIHR Project Grant from Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) before the deadline.
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CIHR Project Grant: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the CIHR Project Grant?
CIHR Project Grant is offered by Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and is generally open to university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the CIHR Project Grant provide?
CIHR Project Grant provides between $100K and $750K per award from Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR). Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the CIHR Project Grant deadline?
Applications for CIHR Project Grant are due 2026-09-15 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the CIHR Project Grant?
To apply for CIHR Project Grant, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).