VPR Catalyst Grants
The University of Calgary's VPR Catalyst Grants fund early-stage, collaborative research projects to build capacity for future external grant success.
Funder: University of Calgary
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: $1,000–$15,000 per award (rarely up to $20,000); 6–12 months duration
Summary: Supports early-stage research projects at UCalgary to enhance competitiveness for major external funding, emphasizing mentorship, collaboration, and knowledge engagement.
Description
The VPR Catalyst Grants, administered by the University of Calgary, are designed to spark innovative, early-phase research initiatives that position researchers to secure substantial external funding. The program encourages applicants to propose well-defined research activities that can be completed swiftly and demonstrate clear potential to catalyze future external grant applications. Emphasis is placed on projects that foster mentorship, collaboration, and knowledge engagement partnerships, and special initiatives or strategic alliances may receive additional support.
