Research

UBC Priority Thematic Public Humanities Research Incubator Grants

Program Link: https://publichumanities.ubc.ca/funding/priority-thematic-public-humanities-research-incubator-grants/ Sponsor: UBC Public Humanities Hub Value: Three grants will be awarded up to $20,000 each. Description: Priority Thematic Public Humanities Research Incubator Grants support new, interdisciplinary and collaborative public humanities research projects in initial stages proposed by small (2) or larger (3+) teams with the intent subsequently to apply for Tri-Council funding. The grants enable […]

CUFA BC Distinguished Academic Awards

Program Link: https://www.cufa.bc.ca/awards/nominations/ Sponsor: The Confederation of University Faculty Associations of British Columbia (CUFA BC) Value: $2,000 cash award and recognition at an awards gala Description:  The CUFA BC Distinguished Academics Awards recognize academic staff members of British Columbia public research universities who have made outstanding contributions to the community beyond the academy through their academic […]

ORE Workshop: How to Build and Manage Effective Research Teams

ORE Workshop: How to Build and Manage Effective Research Teams

Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or relatively new to the role, leading research teams comes with opportunities and challenges. How do I hire, train, and coach/mentor research assistants? How do I identify and assign responsibilities to co-applicants and collaborators? What are some strategies for creating an inclusive and collegial research environment? How do I manage […]

SSHRC Insight Development Grants Updates and Webinars

Program Link: https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-programmes/insight_development_grants-subventions_de_developpement_savoir-eng.aspx Sponsor: Social Science and Humanities Research Council Value:$7,000 to $75,000 for 1 to 2 years Description: The updated Insight Development Grant (IDG) funding opportunity description is now available on SSHRC’s website, along with the application form, application instructions, and CCV instructions. For further details, please visit our website: Insight Development Grants (sshrc-crsh.gc.ca) Instructions […]

UBC Critical Research Equipment & Tools (CRET) Program

Program Link: https://research.ok.ubc.ca/funding-support/internal-funding/  Sponsor: UBC-O Offices of the Vice-President and Vice-Principal, Research and Innovation Value: Applicants may submit funding requests between $2,500 and $100,000. The 2023-2024 competition has a budget envelope of up to $400,000. Application Stream Total Funding Requested Stream 1: $2,500 to $25,000 Stream 2: $25,001 to $100,000 Description:  PROGRAM OBJECTIVE: Access to cutting-edge, […]

UBC Emeritus College Award for Excellence in Innovative and Creative Endeavours

Program Link: https://emerituscollege.ubc.ca/nomination-form-college-award Sponsor: The UBC Emeritus College Value: Recognition of the award and $1,000 Description: The UBC Emeritus College presents one or more Awards for Excellence in Innovative and Creative Endeavours annually to UBC Emeriti who have demonstrated excellence in their engagement in innovative research, artistic creation, or new applications of previous research since […]

SSHRC Insight Development Grants Deadlines

Program Link: https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/funding-financement/programs-programmes/insight_development_grants-subventions_de_developpement_savoir-eng.aspx  Sponsor: Social Science and Humanities Research Council Value: $7,000 to $75,000 for 1 to 2 years Description: Insight Development Grants (IDG) support research in its initial stages, enabling the development of new research questions, as well as experimentation with new methods, theoretical approaches and/or ideas. Funding is provided for short-term research development […]

SPARC SSHRC Insight Development Grant Writing Bootcamps

Program Link: https://sparc.ubc.ca/announcement/sshrc-insight-development-grant-2024-information-session Sponsor: Support Programs to Advance Research Capacity Description: In these hands-on workshops, open to both new and re-applicants, participants will be guided through “writing prompt” exercises on the Summary, Knowledge Mobilization Plan, Expected Outcomes Summary, Budget Justification and Student Training modules, followed by dedicated writing time for each.  Workshops are held on […]

SPARC SSHRC Insight Development Grant Information Session 2024

Program Link: https://sparc.ubc.ca/announcement/sshrc-insight-development-grant-2024-information-session Sponsor: Support Programs to Advance Research Capacity Description: This Zoom workshop will introduce the IDG funding opportunity, including required application modules and adjudication process, giving strategic tips and advice for constructing a competitive proposal. All registered applicants will receive a zoom invite link. Looking for more support?  We encourage you to sign up […]

UBC-V Public Humanities Seed Grants

Program Link: https://publichumanities.ubc.ca/funding/public-humanities-seed-grant/ Sponsor: UBC Public Humanities Hub Value: $2,000 Description:  Note: Applications will go live in early November. The Public Humanities Research Seed Grant program aims to provide support for new creative, collaborative, and experimental public humanities projects imagined broadly. The Seed Grants provide small funds to support early stage research activities that will maintain or strengthen […]