Funding, News and Announcements

The purpose of the Future Leaders in Canadian Brain Research program is to accelerate novel and transformative research that will fundamentally change our understanding of nervous system function and dysfunction and their impact on health. The ultimate goal is to reduce the social and economic burden of neurological and mental illnesses through prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment. 

Open to early-career investigators within seven* years of starting their first independent research position, the 2024 competition will support up to 20 grants of $100,000 over two years.  

*New: Brain Canada is implementing an extended eligibility window, in line with federal granting agencies, to account for the delays to research caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. For eligibility details please refer to the Request for Applications 

Evidence clearly shows that increasing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in research environments enhances excellence, innovation, and creativity. Brain Canada is committed to excellence through equity, and we encourage applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply to our funding opportunities, which will promote the expression of diverse perspectives, approaches, and experiences, including those of underrepresented groups. 

Click here to view the Request for Applications.  

 
Deadline for Letter of Intent

Internal: N/A

Funder: December 2, 2024 at 6pm AST. No ROMEO file is required for LOI phase, but a ROMEO file is required for full application phase. 

Deadline for Full Application

Internal: February 28, 2025 at 4:30pm. Contact person is susan.haydt@dal.ca

Funder: March 14, 2025 at 6pm AST. For more information, or if you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Brain Canada at futureleaders@braincanada.ca.   

Unless otherwise specified, the standard ORS internal deadline is 10 business days ahead of the funder deadline. Researchers are encouraged to check with their faculty regarding their incremental internal deadline. 

The grants facilitator for your faculty or this opportunity can be found on the staff contact page. For additional resources, click here for guidance on internal deadlines and submission processes.