SPARC Update: Spring 2025 CIHR Project Grant Competition Now Open

January 13, 2025

Registration for the Spring 2025 Project Grant competition is now open on ResearchNet!

1. Key CIHR Deadlines

  • Spring 2025 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 5
  • Spring 2025 Application Deadline: Wednesday, March 5

2. NOD/NOR Decisions

Fall 2024 competition results will now include ranking zones (e.g., bottom 25%, 25–50%, 50–75%, 75–90%, 90%+). Learn more on the Update to Notice of Recommendation and Notice of Decision templates for the Project Grant competition page.

3. Spring 2025 Updates

  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Required at each ResearchNet login. For more details, refer to the FAQ page.
  • My CIHR Profile: A new tool to update personal information. Ensure your primary affiliation is set to “CAAA” (UBC code) to prevent funding misattributions.

4. SPARC Review Support

SPARC provides assistance with peer review preparation, proposal feedback, and compliance checks. Services include:

  • Peer Review Committee Selection: January 16–30
  • Response to Previous Reviews: January 16–February 6
  • Research Proposal Review: February 10–27

Submit documents early to ensure full reviews. Visit the SPARC Project Grant Support Services page for details.

5. Research Security Requirements

Projects with private sector partnerships or sensitive technology must meet additional federal documentation requirements. Use the self-check tool and if applicable, register to attend webinars on January 20, February 11, or February 20.

6. Internal UBC Deadlines

Check the Vancouver or Okanagan ORS websites for internal deadlines, especially for proposals involving private sector partners. Faculty-specific requirements may also apply.

Additional Resources
Access UBC sample grants, SPARC guidelines, and other resources with your CWL. For full details, visit our Online Resources and Sample Grants.



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