Research Grant Process

Research Operating Grant Applications

The call for 2027 MMSF Research Operating Grant funding opened on February 2, 2026. The deadline for receiving applications was 4 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026.

The Manitoba Medical Service Foundation (MMSF) will consider the provision of funds for the advancement of scientific, educational, and other activities in the maintenance and improvement of the health of the residents of Manitoba. The primary focus of the Foundation is to promote and encourage the work of early-career health researchers in Manitoba.

Research applications are welcomed from Manitoba-based researchers in the health field, e.g., physicians, scientists, social workers, nurses, epidemiologists, and any other health workers engaged through organizations involved in the preventive, therapeutic and rehabilitative care of persons or groups of persons.

Applications may be submitted in a language of your choice. However, to ensure that all applications are similarly and fairly adjudicated, any applications and related materials that are submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by an accurate translation issued by the primary investigator or a member in good standing of a provincial or territorial organization of translators and interpreters in Canada. Reviews, grant agreements, interviews and all correspondence will be conducted in English. The MMSF does not have the ability to translate applications, documents, or correspondence nor the ability to conduct interviews in any other language.

Guidelines & Application

Research Grant Guidelines
Research Grant Application Form

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

  • Applicants should read the accompanying guidelines, criteria and instructions carefully before completing this application form.
  • Application submission should be ONE COMPLETE PDF DOCUMENT ONLY which includes all sections of the application.
  • Letters of support are required from each Mentor(s) (that includes a mentorship plan), Collaborator(s) and any partnering agencies with the submission of the application.
  • Applications will not exceed 40 pages of text that is single spaced and on 8 ½” x 11" letter size paper. Sample Surveys / Questionnaires can be provided up to a maximum of 10 additional pages.
  • Twelve (12) point font is to be used.
  • All sections of the application form must be completed. If a section does not apply, state "Not Applicable" in the specific section.
  • Do not submit a curriculum vitae of the applicant or collaborators.
  • Applicants are to submit the complete application form with all signatures to info@mmsf.ca by 4:00 pm on June 1. If June 1 falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the deadline extends to 4:00 pm on the next business day. Applications will NOT be considered if they are not complete, or do not have appropriate signatures.
  • All efforts should be made to obtain actual signatures, however, if it is not possible, electronic signatures will be accepted.
  • Ensure that you receive a confirmation email from the MMSF Administrative Assistant that your application has been received by the application deadline.
  • Misrepresentation of facts or academic dishonesty including, without limitations, plagiarism, will result in disqualification of the application and possible suspension of the applicant from future competitions, as determined by MMSF in its sole discretion. The applicant and, at the sole discretion of MMSF, any party connected with the application, including collaborators, Department Head, Dean of the Faculty and/or Director of the Nominating Institution, may be notified in the event of disqualification based on misrepresentation of facts or academic dishonesty. In such circumstance any documentation including the external peer review and grant application may be made available to any or all signatories on this application.
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