NSERC Discovery Grants program (individual)
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
Typically five years in duration; the dollar value is not stated on the overview page
NSERC's flagship program supports ongoing programs of research with long-term goals in the natural sciences and engineering at Canadian universities. Grants are 'grants in aid' of research that provide long-term operating funds and help researchers access other funding.
Open the official page ↗How to apply
Loading…
Who qualifies
Faculty and researchers at eligible Canadian universities who meet NSERC's applicant eligibility rules. Supports an ongoing research program rather than a single short-term project. Not meant to cover the full cost of a research program.
Good to know
- Funding: No dollar amount is given on the program overview page; amounts are set by peer review.
Evidence from the official page
- amount“Discovery Grants are typically five years in duration” source ↗
- status“Deadline: November 2, 2026 8:00 pm (ET)” source ↗
Verified 2026-10-11 · Medium confidence. Always confirm on the official page before applying.