The Drummond Foundation: 2026 Research Grants

Sponsor’s Website

Visit the Drummond Foundation website for more information on the 2026 Research Grants.

Internal Contacts

Katie Harriman: katie.harriman@carleton.ca

Potential applicants are also encouraged to discuss this opportunity with their Faculty Research Facilitator.

Deadlines

Overview

The 2026 Research Grants are for investigators working in Canada who are engaged in ageing-related research aimed at improving the quality of life of older adults, particularly those who are socially, mentally or physically disadvantaged, as well as their families and caregivers.

The funding theme “Interventions on Healthy and Vulnerable Ageing Populations” emphasizes research projects that are clinically relevant and action‑oriented, with clear potential to inform or improve practices, policies or services for ageing populations. Particular importance is placed on knowledge transfer, innovation and the potential for real‑world impact on the care and well‑being of older adults.

Value and Duration

Up to $30,000 CAD for a one-year project.

Eligibility

Applicants must be early-career investigators, defined as within 10 years of their first academic or research appointment.

Applicants must be new to the Drummond Foundation, having not previously received a Drummond Foundation research grant.

Submitting Your Application

The application process consists of two stages:

1. LOI
2. Full application (by invitation)

LOIs are reviewed to assess fit with the Foundation’s mandate and 2026 priority theme. Successful applicants will be invited to submit a full research proposal, which will be evaluated by the Drummond Foundation’s Scientific Advisor and a panel of external reviewers.

External Submission Steps

1. Submit an internal Approval Form through our central awards management database cuResearch. Consult the user’s manual for guidance.
2. Submit an external application to the Drummond Foundation by following their submission guidelines.