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Research listservs are primary modes of communication to researchers. Researchers can subscribe to any of the four available listservs, including Agriculture, Health Sciences/CIHR/SHRF, Natural Sciences and Engineering/NSERC, Social Sciences and Humanities/SSHRC. The information posted on these listservs will alert subscribers about the following:
  • Funding Opportunities
  • Funding Deadlines
  • Internal Review Timelines, Notices and Updates
  • Other Agency Annoucements (e.g. changes to the Tri-Agency policies)
  • Conference Information Specific to the U of S
  • Workshops
  • Changes within the OVPR
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France Canada Research Fund (FCRF)

The France-Canada Research Fund (FCRF), open to every field of expertise, provides funding for new scientific projects jointly developed by French and Canadian teams that have never worked together before. Applications must come from principal investigators, both from research establishments located in France and Canada. The FCRF is co-managed by the Embassy of France to Canada and the University of Ottawa. 

The funding is awarded to two-year projects in amounts ranging from $8,000 to $15,000 CAD, according to the needs expressed by the principal investigators, and covers mainly researchers’ and students’ mobility. Learn more about the fund here. 

An information session on the France Canada Research Fund was offered to USask faculty and students on Tuesday, August 29th, 2023
Video Recording
Presentation

Presenters: 
Alejandro Merati, is the Assistant de coopération scientifique et universitaire à l’Ambassade de France au Canada, where he manages all the mobility programs provided by the French Embassy, including the FCRF. He is the main contact for partners and researchers from France. 

Dr. Géraldine Dantelle is the scientific and higher education attachée for the French Embassyin Canada, based in Vancouver, in charge of the cooperation programs between France andWestern Canada (BC, AB, SK, YK, NWT). She holds a PhD in Materials Science from the Sorbonne University (Paris) and has worked in academic research for over 15 years, at the University of Oxford and at the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) in Paris and Grenoble. 

Edition 2024 France Canada Research Fund

In September 2023 the 2024 edition of the FCRF was launched. Please see below for the guides and application forms. The information can also be found on their website here.

Application Form: 
English
French

Guidelines for Researchers:
English
French

Internal Deadline: 30 October 2023 to submit via UnivRS and inform International Office at international.office@usask.ca

External Deadline: 17 November 2023

International Visiting Research Student Scholarship Programs

International Student Scholarship Programs (ELAP, SEED, and SiCS) funded through Global Affairs Canada (GAC) has officially been announced and accepting applications from international students for short-term study or research at a Canadian university.

  • Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP)
  • Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED)
  • Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS)

**Please Note: This announcement is specific to ELAP, SEED, and SICS programs for international graduate student applications.

Visiting Fellowship Call for Application

A great opportunity to work with University of Saskatchewan Anthropology Assistant Professor Dr. Susanna Barnes and gain access to a robust network of scholars, resources, and collaborative opportunities across Canada! This Visiting Scholar position is part of the Initiative canadienne pour l’étude du Sud-Est asiatique / Canadian Southeast Asian Studies Initiative (ICESEA/CSEASI), a collaborative initiative promoting research, knowledge exchange, and cultural understanding of Southeast Asia funded by the Henry Luce Foundation.

The ICESEA/CSEASI Visiting scholar fellowship provides funding for travel and accommodation for up to 3 months at the University of Saskatchewan. The position can be taken up any time between 1st July 2024 and 30th June 2025. As an ICESEA/CSEASI Visiting Scholar, you will have the unique opportunity to conduct your research focusing on Southeast Asian histories, languages, cultures, politics and societies. Your expertise and contributions will contribute to the broader understanding of Southeast Asian studies within the Canadian academic landscape. You will have access to our world-class resources, research centers, and experienced mentors who will support your scholarly endeavors.

For detailed information on eligibility criteria and application procedures, please see enclosed call for applications. Please submit your application materials to susanna.barnes@usask.ca by January 15, 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for virtual interviews by February 15, 2024.

Selected Funding Opportunities

  • The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives – Calls for Proposals - various dates for each country - website
  • IC-IMPACTS Innovative Technology Demonstration Projects - proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis, however, applicants are encouraged to submit proposals as soon as possible as there will be a fast-track adjudication process. - website 
  • Global Innovation Fund - website
  • USAID Development Innovation Ventures - website
  • Going Global Innovation - website
  • German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) Short-Term Lectureships — North American Universities Host German Guest Lecturers - website
  • Mitacs – Accelerate Graduate Research Internship Program - website
  • Mitacs – Globalink Partnership Award - website
  • Mitacs - Globalink Research Award (Co-Funding Stream) - USask Internal Faculty Application Form 
  • Mitacs - Globalink Research Award (GRA) - website
  • PIMS Europe Student Mobility Program (in partnership with Mitacs) - website
  • Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute:
    • SICI Membership Development Fund - website
    • Mitacs-SICI Globalink Research Award - website