Grants & Awards Administration

Providing information about funding and awards opportunities and best practices in financial administration.

Upcoming Training & Events

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NSERC RTI: Strategies for Success – Sept. 19, 2025

September 19 2025 @ 1:00 pm
The Centre for Research & Innovation Support, in collaboration with the Research Services Office, is hosting a webinar on the upcoming 2025 Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Research Tools and Instruments (RTI) Grant program for the University of Toronto community. This session will feature a faculty panel of recent members ofMore
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Let’s Talk International Partnerships Fireside Chat – Sept 24, 2025 – Innovations in Improving the International Student Experience at U of T

September 24 2025 @ 12:00 pm
One third of U of T’s students are international (attendingthe university on a study permit and in many cases are new arrivals to Canada).How can we ensure that we set them up for success on our campuses, therebycreating a truly global learning environment that benefits all students? Faculty and staff are invited to join AssociateVice-PresidentMore

Security First: Safeguarding Research in Funding Applications (Part A, Online) – Oct. 2, 2025

October 2 2025 @ 1:30 pm
Enhance your understanding of research securityand its impact on grant eligibility and funding applications. This onlineworkshop, led by the University’s Research Security Team, equips researchadministrators with the tools to recognize potential risks, navigate relevantpolicies, and ensure compliance throughout the funding process. Whether you arenew to your role or a seasoned research administrator, you’ll gain practicalinsightsMore

Security First: Safeguarding Research in Funding Applications (Part B, In-Person) – Oct. 6, 2025

October 6 2025 @ 2:00 pm
Join the University’sResearch Security Team for an interactive, in-person workshop focused onapplying research security principles in real-world scenarios. Through smallgroup case studies, you will learn how to identify and manage risks in thefunding application process, while deepening your understanding of key policiesand compliance requirements. Designedfor research administrators at all experience levels, this hands-on sessionwill equipMore

SSHRC Partnerships Grant: Strategies for Success – October 22, 2025

October 22 2025 @ 1:00 pm
The Research Services Office, in collaboration with the Centre for Research & Innovation Support, is hosting a webinar on the upcoming SSHRC Partnership Grant (PG) competition for the University of Toronto community. The Partnership Grant program supports new and existing formal partnerships to advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization. This session is designed toMore

Relevant CRIS Programs & Resources

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Learning & Training

STrengthening the Administration of Research (STAR) Program

The STAR program provides educational resources to help understanding and successfully navigating all steps of the research and innovation life cycle including relevant research admin processes and systems.  

STAR Workshop Series Recordings

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Finding Funding

U of T Funding Opportunities Database
This searchable and sortable database provides information for U of T community members who are interested in searching available research funding opportunities (requires UTORID)

Internal Program: The Connaught Fund
The Connaught Fund supports the University of Toronto’s graduate students, early-career researchers, interdisciplinary teams, and innovators to meet the challenges facing our global society. 

The Connaught Fund Info Session Recording

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