Secrétariat du Québec aux relations canadiennes - Research Support Program

The Secrétariat du Québec aux relations canadiennes (SQRC) is accepting applications for its 2021-24 Research Support Program (PAR).  A summary is provided below.

Objectives 

To support the development and dissemination of knowledge to contribute to a better understanding of Québec and its Canadian relations.

More specifically, the Program targets

  • an increase in research and other activities on the themes of intergovernmental affairs, Québec studies, and the Canadian Francophonie;
  • more visibility for research findings and studies, through symposiums and publications;
  • increased participation by researchers from Québec and elsewhere in Canada in activities to produce and disseminate knowledge;
  • the emergence of a new generation of researchers working on intergovernmental affairs, Québec studies and the Canadian Francophonie.

The program has the following three components:

  • Intergovernmental affairs;
  • Québec studies;
  • the Canadian Francophonie.

 

Submitted projects must focus on:

  • Conducting research and studies
  • Disseminating knowledge through publications, contributing to academic knowledge-sharing platforms and sharing scientific research findings using dynamic communication tools
  • Organizing or participating in meetings that foster discussion between Québec, Canadian and international researchers during major events held in Québec, the rest of Canada and aboard

Overhead 

Not eligible

Value 

Up to $100K

Note: A grant awarded under the Program cannot exceed 80% of the eligible project expenses.

 

Duration 

Single-year projects – up to 12 months

Multi-year projects – up to 3 years

Deadlines

Application due at ORS for full review Ten (10) business days prior to submission to agency
Application and fully signed ORS Checklist due at ORS for mandatory review by 9am, two (2) business days prior to submission to agency
Application due at agency Applications must be submitted at least 60 business days before the project or activity is scheduled to begin.

 

 

 

Please contact your Faculty Research Office for information on their internal deadlines. 

ORS is accepting electronic applications – the process is outlined here.

For more information on this funding opportunity and how to apply, please visit see here.