University of Victoria: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Victoria, BC · in the contract register · grants and contributions register · Victoria

University of Victoria: federal grants and contributions: 339 agreements; $287M value; 26 departments; 77 programs.

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339agreements
$287Mvalue
26departments
77programs

Largest agreements

Canada First Research Excellence Fund$83.6Mvalue2023start2030end

The Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) helps Canadian post-secondary institutions to excel globally in research areas that create long-term economic advantages for Canada. By helping Canadian postsecondary institutions to achieve global leadership capability, the program contributes to enhancing Canada’s competitiveness in the global, knowledge-based economy, improving Canadians’ health, and enriching our social and cultural life.

Ocean and Freshwater Science Contribution Program$12.6Mvalue2018start–end

To encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of:(a) Fisheries and Aquaculture Science;(b) Ecosystem Science;(c) Oceanography and Modelling; and(d) Freshwater Science.

Canada Excellence Research Chairs$8.0Mvalue2023start2031end

The Canada Excellence Research Chairs (CERC) Program targets the very top tier of world-class researchers in priority areas identified by the Federal Government. The CERC Program aims to strengthen Canada’s ability to attract the world’s top researchers in order to be at the leading edge of breakthroughs in priority research areas expected to generate social and economic benefits for Canadians; to help Canada build a critical mass of expertise in priority areas identified by the government; to create a competitive environment to help Canadian universities attract a cadre of world leading resea

Agreement$7.2Mvalue2017start–end
Research Support Funds$6.9Mvalue2021start2022end

The Research Support Fund (RSF) helps universities, colleges and their affiliated research hospitals and institutes sustain and maintain a research environment which will enable them to make optimal use of the federal investment in academic research provided through the three federal granting agencies.

Research Support Funds$6.7Mvalue2022start2023end

The Research Support Fund (RSF) helps universities, colleges and their affiliated research hospitals and institutes sustain and maintain a research environment which will enable them to make optimal use of the federal investment in academic research provided through the three federal granting agencies.

Research Support Funds$6.4Mvalue2025start2026end

The Research Support Fund (RSF) helps universities, colleges and their affiliated research hospitals and institutes sustain and maintain a research environment which will enable them to make optimal use of the federal investment in academic research provided through the three federal granting agencies.

Research support fund$6.2Mvalue2020start2020end

The Research Support Fund (RSF) helps universities, colleges and their affiliated research hospitals and institutes sustain and maintain a research environment which will enable them to make optimal use of the federal investment in academic research provided through the three federal granting agencies.

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Research Support Funds$6.0Mvalue2024start2025end

The Research Support Fund (RSF) helps universities, colleges and their affiliated research hospitals and institutes sustain and maintain a research environment which will enable them to make optimal use of the federal investment in academic research provided through the three federal granting agencies.

Agreement$6.0Mvalue2018start–end

Contribution to encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g., data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the are

Research Support Funds$5.9Mvalue2023start2024end

The Research Support Fund (RSF) helps universities, colleges and their affiliated research hospitals and institutes sustain and maintain a research environment which will enable them to make optimal use of the federal investment in academic research provided through the three federal granting agencies.

512482$5.8Mvalue2019start2023end

To provide a non-repayable contribution for a period of two years to expand ARC infrastructure to increase computing capacity for researchers across Canada.

Indigenous Community Entrepreneurship Development & Action Recovery (I-CEDAR) program$4.9Mvalue2022start2025end

The key objective of the Sectoral Initiatives Program is to improve the availability and use of sectoral labour market information, national occupational standards, and accreditation and certification regimes among stakeholders; and to support better application and integration into appropriate programs and activities.

PC0011018$4.0Mvalue2026start2029end

Establish satellite ground station and test facilities to advance dual-use tech in BC

2122-HQ-000135$3.3Mvalue2022start2024end

To strengthen responses to drug and substance use issues in Canada.

1819-HQ-000042$3.0Mvalue2018start2023end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

2425-HQ-000065$2.5Mvalue2024start2028end

To strengthen responses to drug and substance use issues in Canada.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2021start2028end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2022start2029end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2023start2030end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2026start2033end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2022start2029end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2025start2031end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Partnership Grants - Stage 2$2.5Mvalue2020start2027end

The Partnership Grants provide support to new or existing formal partnerships for initiatives that advance research, research training and/or knowledge mobilization in the social sciences and humanities.

Agreement$2.4Mvalue2023start–end

University of Victoria District Energy System Fuel Switch

Active Transportation Pathway Improvements for the University of Victoria$2.4Mvalue2024start2026end

The University will complete active transportation pathway improvements that have been identified within the Campus Cycling Plan (2018): McGill Road, Ring Road South, Dawnview/CARSA. The focus of improvements is to provide safe connections and crossing points for cyclists and pedestrians by improving lighting, wayfinding and signage, integrating traffic calming measures into road crossing points, and constructing new, separated paved pedestrian and cycling pathways. The project will generate a cumulative total of approximately 1 km of new asphalt separated pedestrian and bicycle pathways. Key

2122-HQ-000136$2.2Mvalue2022start2027end

To strengthen responses to drug and substance use issues in Canada.

1920-HQ-000033$2.0Mvalue2019start2025end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

Algonquin's of Pikwàkanagàn and Akwesasne Aboriginal Canadian Entrepreneurs (APA-ACE)$1.9Mvalue2021start2023end

The objectives of the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program (YESSP) are to help all youth navigate through the labour market and to successfully transition into sustained employment. These objectives are attained by supporting the needs of all youth, especially youth facing barriers to develop skills, knowledge and networks through education, skills development and meaningful work experiences.

Agreement$1.9Mvalue2015start–end
CanAssist Pathways Program Bridging the Gap for People Living with Learning Disabilities$1.8Mvalue2024start2027end

The objective of the OF is to assist persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain and keep employment or become self-employed, thereby increasing their economic participation and independence.

Agreement$1.7Mvalue2013start–end
CanAssist's Inclusive and Accessible Employment Initiative$1.7Mvalue2023start2027end

The objective of the OF is to assist persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain and keep employment or become self-employed, thereby increasing their economic participation and independence.

Ocean And Climate Change Science Contribution Program$1.5Mvalue2024start2027end

To encourage scientific research and related scientific activities (e.g. data collection, integration, monitoring, and communication, including communication via conferences and symposia) and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the areas of: (a) Fisheries and Aquaculture Science; (b) Ecosystem Science; (c) Oceanography and Modelling; and (d) Freshwater Science.

000022808$1.5Mvalue2022start2024end

Develop Hybrid Electric Propulsion Systems for aircraft - Budget 2021

Agreement$1.5Mvalue2017start–end
14351$1.5Mvalue2017start2021end

Create the Pacific Regional Institute for Marine Energy Discovery

CanAssist Work Opportunities$1.4Mvalue2021start2022end

The objective of the OF is to assist persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain and keep employment or become self-employed, thereby increasing their economic participation and independence.

PC0011950$1.4Mvalue2026start2029end

Commercialize AI-powered Autonomous Photogrammetry System (APS) for dual-use technologies

Incremental Project Grants$1.4Mvalue2025start2026end

The Incremental Project Grants (IPG) help Canadian postsecondary institutions ensure their federally funded research projects are conducted in world-class facilities with the best equipment and administrative support available

Departments

Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada51agreements$158Mvalue6programs
  • Insight research
  • Research Support Fund
  • Research Partnerships
  • Insight Research
  • Canada Research Continuity Emergency Fund (CRCEF)
  • Support for students, trainees and research support personnel funded through research grants

All grants from Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada

Fisheries and Oceans Canada33agreements$36.0Mvalue9programs
  • Ocean and Freshwater Science Contribution Program
  • Ocean And Climate Change Science Contribution Program
  • British Columbia Salmon Restoration And Innovation Fund (BCSRIF)
  • Marine Environmental Quality Regulatory / Non Regulatory Measures Contribution Program
  • Sustainable Fisheries Science Fund Contribution Program
  • Oceans Management Program - Contributions

All grants from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Employment and Social Development Canada44agreements$14.4Mvalue10programs
  • Sectoral Initiatives Program - CRF
  • Opportunities Fund - Project
  • Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
  • Youth - Skills Link - Project
  • IAM-Can-Euro. Comm. Prog. Co-op. High Edu. & Train
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs

All grants from Employment and Social Development Canada

Western Economic Diversification Canada24agreements$13.8Mvalue2programs
  • Western Diversification Program
  • Regional Economic Growth through Innovation

All grants from Western Economic Diversification Canada

Health Canada5agreements$13.0Mvalue2programs
  • Substance Use and Addictions Program
  • Canadian Health Systems and Programs

All grants from Health Canada

Pacific Economic Development Canada6agreements$9.4Mvalue1programs
  • Regional Economic Growth through Innovation

All grants from Pacific Economic Development Canada

Natural Resources Canada22agreements$8.9Mvalue8programs
  • Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships
  • IETS - Buildings Infrastructure Program
  • Energy Innovation Program
  • Contributions in Support of Building and Mobilizing Foundational Wildland Fire Knowledge
  • Targeted Geoscience Initiative
  • Wildland Fire Resilience

All grants from Natural Resources Canada

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada3agreements$6.0Mvalue3programs
  • Digital Research Infrastructure Strategy
  • Intellectual Property Legal Clinics Program
  • Small Business Internship Program

All grants from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

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National Research Council Canada34agreements$5.7Mvalue3programs
  • Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
  • Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program – Ideation Fund
  • Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Organizations

All grants from National Research Council Canada

Environment and Climate Change Canada17agreements$5.3Mvalue1programs
  • Taking Action on Clean Growth and Climate Change

All grants from Environment and Climate Change Canada

Canadian Space Agency27agreements$3.7Mvalue1programs
  • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology

All grants from Canadian Space Agency

Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities2agreements$3.6Mvalue2programs
  • Active Transportation Fund
  • Research and Knowledge Initiative

All grants from Department of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities

Global Affairs Canada21agreements$1.6Mvalue5programs
  • Grants and Contributions in Aid of Academic Relations
  • Contributions in Aid of Academic Relations
  • International Development Assistance Program
  • Contr-Indo-Pacific Engagement Program
  • Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) Faculty Mobility for Partnership Building Program

All grants from Global Affairs Canada

Public Safety Canada4agreements$1.4Mvalue1programs
  • (SAR NIF) Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund

All grants from Public Safety Canada

National Defence4agreements$1.1Mvalue2programs
  • Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security Program
  • Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS)

All grants from National Defence

Canadian Heritage9agreements$905Kvalue7programs
  • Multiculturalism Branch
  • Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program - NHRP - Projects (C)
  • Museum Assistance Program (MAP)
  • Canada Cultural Spaces Fund
  • Canada Periodical Fund - CPF - Aid to Publishers
  • Development of Official Language Communities Program - Minority Language Education

All grants from Canadian Heritage

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada7agreements$882Kvalue2programs
  • Northern Affairs
  • Health Promotion & Disease Prevention

All grants from Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada

Public Health Agency of Canada1agreements$682Kvalue1programs
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention

All grants from Public Health Agency of Canada

Transport Canada3agreements$680Kvalue2programs
  • Rail Safety Improvement Program: Infrastructure Technology and Research Component
  • Program to Address Disturbances from Vessel Traffic / Quiet Vessel Initiative

All grants from Transport Canada

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada4agreements$584Kvalue2programs
  • Discovery Research
  • Research Training and Talent Development

All grants from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada

Polar Knowledge Canada8agreements$426Kvalue2programs
  • Northern Science and Technology Program
  • Northern Scientific Training Program

All grants from Polar Knowledge Canada

Department of Justice Canada3agreements$384Kvalue2programs
  • Justice Partnership and Innovation Program
  • Community diversification program (CED-Diversification)

All grants from Department of Justice Canada

Parks Canada4agreements$370Kvalue3programs
  • General Class Contribution Program
  • General Class Grants Contributions Program
  • General Class Grants and Contributions Program

All grants from Parks Canada

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada1agreements$75.0Kvalue1programs
  • AgriRisk Initiatives: Microgrants

All grants from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Indigenous Services Canada1agreements$43.5Kvalue1programs
  • Health Promotion & Disease Prevention

All grants from Indigenous Services Canada

Veterans Affairs Canada1agreements$10.0Kvalue0programs

Years

202617agreements$10.4Mvalue10programs
  • Regional Economic Growth through Innovation
  • Research Partnerships
  • Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security Program
  • Energy Innovation Program
  • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
  • Northern Affairs
202522agreements$12.6Mvalue16programs
  • Research Support Fund
  • Research Partnerships
  • Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
  • Contributions in Support of Building and Mobilizing Foundational Wildland Fire Knowledge
  • Sustainable Fisheries Science Fund Contribution Program
  • Targeted Geoscience Initiative
202430agreements$18.1Mvalue16programs
  • Research Support Fund
  • Substance Use and Addictions Program
  • Active Transportation Fund
  • Opportunities Fund - Project
  • Ocean And Climate Change Science Contribution Program
  • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
202327agreements$110Mvalue18programs
  • Insight research
  • Insight Research
  • Research Support Fund
  • Research Partnerships
  • Opportunities Fund - Project
  • British Columbia Salmon Restoration And Innovation Fund (BCSRIF)
202235agreements$29.6Mvalue22programs
  • Research Support Fund
  • Substance Use and Addictions Program
  • Research Partnerships
  • Sectoral Initiatives Program - CRF
  • Regional Economic Growth through Innovation
  • Ocean And Climate Change Science Contribution Program
202140agreements$21.3Mvalue17programs
  • Insight research
  • Research Partnerships
  • Regional Economic Growth through Innovation
  • Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
  • Youth Employment and Skills Strategy
  • Opportunities Fund - Project
202040agreements$16.7Mvalue19programs
  • Research Support Fund
  • Insight research
  • Research Partnerships
  • Canada Research Continuity Emergency Fund (CRCEF)
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
  • Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
201931agreements$13.0Mvalue21programs
  • Digital Research Infrastructure Strategy
  • Canadian Health Systems and Programs
  • Regional Economic Growth through Innovation
  • Western Diversification Program
  • IETS - Buildings Infrastructure Program
  • Discovery Research
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201835agreements$27.7Mvalue12programs
  • Ocean and Freshwater Science Contribution Program
  • Substance Use and Addictions Program
  • Youth - Skills Link - Project
  • Marine Environmental Quality Regulatory / Non Regulatory Measures Contribution Program
  • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
  • Insight research
201713agreements$12.0Mvalue3programs
  • Western Diversification Program
  • Northern Science and Technology Program
  • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
20164agreements$1.3Mvalue0programs
    201511agreements$3.9Mvalue0programs
      20145agreements$520Kvalue0programs
        20134agreements$2.5Mvalue0programs
          20125agreements$1.3Mvalue3programs
          • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
          • Small Business Internship Program
          • 0
          20114agreements$1.7Mvalue1programs
          • Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
          20103agreements$615Kvalue1programs
          • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
          20094agreements$1.9Mvalue0programs
            20089agreements$1.9Mvalue2programs
            • IAM-Can-Euro. Comm. Prog. Co-op. High Edu. & Train
            • Homelessness Knowledge Dev. Program (HKDP)- Grant

            Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure of grants and contributions (open.canada.ca, dataset 432527ab-7aac-45b5-81d6-7597107a7013), 1,327,352 rows as published, collapsed to one agreement per agreement number (per reference number where none is given) at its latest amendment, which carries the full agreement value. Years are the agreement start year. Agreements with individuals are counted but not named.