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Grants-in-Aid of Research (GIA)
Innovations in IBD Research (INN)
Supporting Trainees
Contact Information
Every year, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada launches grant competitions for two funding programs, Grants-in-Aid of Research (GIA) and Innovations in IBD Research (INN). The organization also supports trainees through the TRIANGLE funding program.
Crohn's and Colitis Canada values the expertise of its Scientific and Medical Advisory Council (SMAC), which provides informed guidance on medical and scientific policies and programs. Learn more about SMAC.
Stay tuned to this page for updates regarding Crohn's and Colitis Canada's funding programs. Any questions or concerns may be emailed to research...crohnsandcolitis...ca.
The GIA program supports research projects directly related to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that are aligned with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s Promise and funding priorities. Funding is limited to a maximum of $125,000 per year, for up to three years, contingent upon available funds.
In 2026, Crohn’s and Colitis Canada will fund 4 GIA grants. The previous GIA grant competition cycle had a 16% funding rate.
The 2026 GIA competition has now ended, and the grantees have been notified on their grant status. The results will be released after the embargo is lifted on September 30, 2026.
Deadlines
Applications must be submitted through a two-stage application process. Applicants who submit a Notice of Intent are invited to submit a Full Application by the deadline specified.
Applying for a GIA
Applicants must complete the online applications available through ProposalCentral website. Applications are not accepted via email or mail.
Review our application instructions for details on how to apply.
Grant Guidelines
Please review the grant guidelines carefully for details on eligibility and selection procedures.
Crohn's and Colitis Canada focuses on the impact of research for the IBD community. It is vital that grant proposals include a lay summary that be easily understood and is free of medical and/or research jargon. Please review our guide for writing lay summaries.
Crohn’s and Colitis Canada will not be running an Innovations in IBD Research grant competition in 2026.
The Innovations in IBD Research grant funds novel or innovative approaches to IBD research. This grant is intended to stimulate and support research which may not be encompassed within the boundaries of traditional medical research. Proposals must conform to sound principles of research and may aim to collect pilot data for follow-on application(s). Crohn’s and Colitis Canada seeks mission relevance and excellence as well as innovation.
Grants of a maximum of $50,000 for one year may be awarded. The 2024 INNs had a 13% funding rate.
Applying for an INN
Applicants must complete the online application available through the ProposalCentral website. Applications will not be accepted via email or mail. Review our application instructions for details on how to apply.
Review our application instructions for details on how to apply.
Grant Guidelines
Please see the grant guidelines for details on grant eligibility and selection procedures.
Crohn's and Colitis Canada focuses on the impact of research for the IBD community. It is vital that grant proposals include a lay summary that be easily understood and is free from medical and/or research jargon. Please review our guide for writing lay summaries.
Supporting Trainees
Crohn's and Colitis Canada is a proud partner of a new comprehensive training initiative called TRIANGLE: TRaIning A New generation of researchers in Gastroenterology and LivEr. Learn more about TRIANGLE.
Contact Information
For technical support with your application, please contact ProposalCentral:
Email: pcsupport...altum...com
Telephone: 1-800-875-2562 (Weekdays, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm ET)
For program information or application requirements, please contact Crohn’s and Colitis Canada: Research Grants Coordinator
Email: research...crohnsandcolitis...ca
Telephone: (416) 920-5035 ext. 251