NSERC Alliance International Collaboration Grants
Sponsor’s Website
Visit the Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada (NSERC) website for more information on the Alliance International Collaboration grants.
Internal Contact
Potential applicants are encouraged to discuss this funding opportunity with their Faculty Research Facilitator.
OVPRII Contact: CORIS@carleton.ca
Deadlines
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
| Faculty deadline | Consult your Faculty Research Facilitator |
| Internal cuResearch Approval Form | November 18, 2026 |
| Submission of application to the NSERC | November 25, 2026, before 8:00 pm (ET) |
Overview
Eligible Canadian university researchers may apply to NSERC for funds to collaborate with international university researchers on innovative natural sciences and engineering research projects in areas of global importance. Funding is awarded to projects of high scientific merit that bring together complementary expertise and demonstrate clear benefits to Canada.
Value and Duration
Between $20,000 and $100,000 per year for up to three years.
Eligibility
Eligible Canadian university researchers may apply individually or with other eligible Canadian academic co‑applicants. Applicants and co-applicants must hold an active NSERC peer‑reviewed grant as the primary applicant at the time of application.
Submitting Your Application
- Submit an internal Approval Form through our central awards management database cuResearch. Consult the user’s manual for guidance.
- Submit an external application to NSERC by following their submission guidelines.