Applied Research and Development grants

Applied Research and Development (ARD) grants support research and development (R&D) projects led by college researchers in partnership with private, public or not-for-profit organizations while encouraging collaboration with universities and/or other colleges. This opportunity allows the development and strengthening of research links and collaborations between different institutions and/or partners that have a common goal of creating economic, social and/or environmental benefits while contributing to the research ecosystem continuum. Projects funded by ARD grants provide partner organizations with access to the unique knowledge, expertise and capabilities available at Canadian colleges and universities, train college students in essential technical skills required by organizations in the private, public or not-for-profit sectors, and provide benefits–economic, environmental, health or social–to the partner organization(s) and Canada. Direct project costs are shared by the partner organization(s) and funding agency. Projects may range from one to three years, and universities or other colleges may participate in the project as co-applicants and receive a portion of the funding from the primary administering institution.