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Carleton Researchers Elected to Royal Society of Canada

Carleton University’s Steven Cooke, Jesse Stewart and Rowan Thomson have been elected to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) in recognition of the high level of excellence and potential demonstrated during their careers.  Cooke, a professor in Carleton’s Department of Biology, has been named an RSC Fellow. The RSC fellowship comprises more than 2,000 Canadian scholars, artists and scientists, who have been peer-elected as the best in their field.  Steven Cooke Biology professors across the world elected Cooke for his ground-breaking work in freshwater biodiversity conservation, animal biotelemetry and fisheries science. His research, which spans the natural and social sciences, helps define policy and research worldwide.   Stewart, a music professor in Carleton’s School for Studies in Art and Culture, has been named a member of the RSC College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists. The College consists of mid-career leaders who provide the…

Do I need ethics clearance for archival research?

The Tri-Council Policy states that REB review is not required for research that relies exclusively on secondary use of anonymous (not anonymized) information, or anonymous human biological materials, provided the process of data linkage or recording or dissemination of results does not generate identifiable information. In the case of all other types of data (including anonymized or de-identified data), approval must be sought from the REB. In all cases, we advise you to contact the Office of Research Ethics and Security to confirm whether you need approval and if so, what steps to follow.

Research Development Grants

Research Development Grants provide modest financial support to researchers to:.  to re-apply to the next NSERC Discovery Grant, SSHRC Insight Grant or SSHRC Insight Development Grant program after an unsuccessful result in the same competition for bridge-fund their programs of research, including graduate students, until the competition results of the next cycle. General Details Competition Frequency: Annual Value: Up to $10,000 per application Duration: 12 months maximum (no extensions) Deadline: CU RDG NSE and SSHRC Explore Insight: May 29, 2026 SSHRC Explore Insight Development Grant: June 30, 2026 Important Notes: The cuResearch Approval Form must be fully approved by all signing authorities by the application deadline date. Late applications will not be accepted Incomplete applications will not be accepted Ineligible…

SSHRC Exchange Grant: Knowledge Mobilization (CLOSED)

The CU-SSHRC Exchange funding provides modest support for up to 12 months for knowledge mobilization activities related to:1) a recently ended SSHRC grant for which no residual funds were awarded2) positioning the applicant for future research applications. Description Definition of Knowledge Mobilization (KM) Although there are several accepted definitions of “knowledge mobilization”, the one governing this grant is SSHRC’s: an “umbrella term encompassing a wide range of activities relating to the production and use of research results, including knowledge synthesis, dissemination, transfer, exchange, and co-creation or co-production by researchers and knowledge users.” (see SSHRC Guidelines for Effective Knowledge Mobilization). Examples of KM activities include, but are not limited to: Workshops, seminars, conferences, media events, public debates, town hall meetings Stakeholder consultations…

Horizon Europe

Horizon Europe is the European Union's flagship funding program for research and innovation, running from 2021 to 2027 with a total budget of €95.5 billion (CAD $140 billion). The program aims to tackle global challenges, enhance European industrial competitiveness and align with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Through Canada's association with Pillar II of Horizon Europe, Carleton researchers can apply and receive funding for collaborative research under Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness on the same terms as EU participants. Visit the Horizon Europe website for more information. Carleton has recently joined Crowdhelix, a global innovation network that promotes international collaboration, helping our research community build valuable connections and secure competitive European research funding. Register for your own free Crowdhelix account.…

Ontario Centre of Innovation

The Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI) works with government, industry and academia to commercialize innovation to support projects that create jobs and make Ontario companies more competitive globally. Learn about OCI's partnership funding opportunities: Collaborate 2 Commercialize Collaborate 2 Commercialize (C2C) supports research partnerships between post-secondary institutions and Ontario companies. Timeline: six to 12 months Maximum funds available: $150,000 Minimum leverage required: 1:1 Approximate review time: eight to ten weeks Collaborate 2 Commercialize-NSERC Alliance Program In the C2C program, OCI and NSERC jointly support research and development (R&D) between post-secondary institutions and Ontario companies to drive economic development and commercialization. It is expected that the projects will generate economic benefits for companies in Ontario, which may include job creation/retention, new revenue…

NSERC Partnership Funding Options

Learn about the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's partnership funding opportunities: NSERC Alliance NSERC Alliance supports research partnerships between post-secondary institutions and Canadian-based companies in the areas of natural sciences and engineering. Note that all Alliance proposals, including Alliance International, are reviewed by Industry and Partnership Services (IPS). See details of the two types of Alliance support: Alliance Advantage Purpose: designed for partner-driven projects Timeline: one to five years Maximum funds available: $1 million per year Leverage: 2:1 Approximate review time: four to 16 weeks Visit the Alliance Advantage website for more information. Alliance Society Purpose: designed for projects with societal impact as the main driver Timeline: one to five years Maximum funds available: $1 million per year Leverage:…

Commercialization Framework

In January 2022, the Province of Ontario issued its Commercialization Mandate Policy Framework, which seeks to improve the province’s intellectual property (IP) position by “improving commercialization outcomes and realizing the benefits of policy-funded research and innovation”. Carleton University's Commercialization of University Intellectual Property Policy (found in Carleton's Policies Listings) outlines the initiatives, practices, and procedures that Carleton is undertaking in each of the six elements identified in the Provincial Framework. In July 2020, the Ontario Government released the province’s first Intellectual Property Action Plan. As part of its implementation, in January 2022, the Province of Ontario issued its Commercialization Mandate Policy Framework (“Framework”), which seeks to enhance the province’s IP position by improving commercialization outcomes and realizing net benefits to…

Contracts and Agreements

Through research contracts and agreements with industry, government, other universities or community partners, researchers can gain access to facilities, technology, a wide network to share research results, and collaborations with other researchers and professionals. The Office of the Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International) offers guidance to researchers establishing research-related contracts or agreements. To find out who to reach out to for contract needs, see Contact Us. Learn more about the different agreements and see samples: For non-leveraged projects (e.g., funds from a partner only). Download a sample research agreement (PDF). For leveraged projects (e.g., NSERC Alliance or MITACS programs). Download a sample research grant agreement (PDF). For the exchange of confidential information at the beginning of a research agreement. Download…

Innovation Transfer

Carleton University researchers work hard to create innovative solutions to challenging problems, which can contribute to business development solutions in Canada and abroad. The Office of the Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International)'s Industry and Partnership Services (IPS) provides commercialization support for researchers to monetize the intellectual property (IP) they generate through research programs. Within IPS, the Carleton Innovation Transfer Office (CITO) is dedicated to IP protection, licensing, spin-off companies and business development. For more support, see our Intellectual Property Resources. See below the steps for realizing your IP's potential and how to contact us. See the important steps for realizing the full potential of your IP: Step 1: Identify and Define Unsure if your research results are novel and inventive…