Canadian Research Society: Doctoral Research Award
The Doctoral Research Award supports graduate students pursuing cancer-related research at a Canadian institution. This program is designed to fund future leaders in Canadian cancer research with financial support during their doctoral studies.
Eligibility Criteria
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Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid student permit.
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Must reside in Canada throughout the entire award period.
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Must have completed 12–36 months of full-time doctoral study at a Canadian institution by September 1, 2025.
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Research must be cancer-related and carried out at a Canadian institution.
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Fast-track or joint program applicants must contact CRS to confirm eligibility.
Funding Details
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Total Award: $70,000 over 2 years ($35,000/year)
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Funds are disbursed through the institution’s financial office in December and June.
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Grantees may not hold another major overlapping award (> $15,000/year) during the term.
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Awards are non-renewable.
Deadlines
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Call for Proposals: February 25, 2025
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Application Deadline: April 29, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET
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Transcripts Deadline: May 13, 2025
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Notification of Results: August 2025
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Funding Start Date: September 1, 2025
Where to Apply and Learn More
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Apply via: ProposalCentral
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Program Guidelines: 2025 DRA Guidelines PDF
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Contact: [email protected] for eligibility and application inquiries
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