National Respiratory Research Agenda
The Canadian Lung Association (CLA) / Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) convened a National Workshop in November 2009 in order to consult with various stakeholder groups with a goal to strengthen its research program and create a national respiratory research agenda. Here is the executive summary and the meeting proceedings for this workshop.
Research funding
The Canadian Lung Association funds research and research training through the CTS at the national level. We offer several competitions for research funding.
The Lung Association, Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) / AllerGen – Clinician-Scientist Asthma Award
Deadline: Closed
| Description | Eligibility | Forms |
| The purpose of this fellowship programme funded jointly by the three organizations, is to help develop capacity to conduct world class asthma, allergy and immune disease research in Canada and to contribute towards a significant increase in Canada’s capacity in allergic, respiratory and immune disease research. |
AllerGen, the CLA and the CTS are encouraging a broad spectrum of MDs and post-doctoral fellows with MD qualifications to specialize in asthma research. Specifically, at the time of application, a candidate must hold a medical degree (R2 or above). At the time of application, a candidate must also be a Canadian citizen or hold permanent residence status in Canada. |
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| Submit forms via postal mail to the address below |
Provincial Lung Association Grant Awards Program - National Grant Review (NGR)
Registration Deadline: Closed
Application Deadline: Closed
| Description | Eligibility | Forms |
The following provinces participate in the National Grant Review Program. Please click on the Lung Association of the province in which you are applying to for additional information on their priorities and criteria for funding:
Alberta
British Columbia
Ontario
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To qualify for funding, candidates are asked to complete two (2) steps:
1. Register: Please register by sending an e-mail to ngr@lung.ca by November 13, 2009. You are required to provide your name, institution, the project title, identify the type of research (clinical or basic science), and a maximum one page abstract. Once you are registered – you will receive a confirmation e-mail from The Lung Association with your username and password for the electronic submission FTP site.
2. Submit Application:
- Send original application to your provincial lung association.
- Send one (1) electronic copy of your application to The Lung Association – National Office. Contact Michelle McEvoy at ngr@lung.ca to register and get your FTP website login for your electronic submission.
Registration Deadline: Closed
Application Deadline: Closed |
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The Lung Association, Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) – Research Fellowship and Studentship Program
Registration Deadline: Closed
Application Deadline: Closed
| Description | Eligibility | Forms |
The Lung Association offers two types of research trainee awards to the medical and scientific community in the field of respiratory health: post-doctoral fellowships and PhD graduate studentships.
If you're not a CTS member, or if your
has lapsed, renew or join the CTS now to be eligible for this funding. |
Priority will be given to a Canadian citizen, permanent Canadian resident or landed immigrant. These awards are normally held at Canadian institutions.
To be eligible for a CTS Fellowship or Studentship Award the:
Applicant and supervisor must be CTS members.
Studentship applicants - should be enrolled or accepted in a graduate (thesis based) program at the Doctoral level at a Canadian academic institution. Individuals who have applied to a graduate program but have not received acceptance may apply for a Studentship award. The award, however, will be conditional on acceptance into the program.
Fellowship applicants - should be working under supervision of a faculty member at an accredited Canadian academic institution. Under special circumstances, an applicant may pursue a fellowship in another country; however, the applicant must justify why he/she could not find the same kind of training in Canada and he/she must have plans to pursue a career in research in Canada. |
Guideline
Application
Referee Assessment Form |
| Submit forms via postal mail to the address below. |
The Lung Association, Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) / GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) / Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) – Research Fellowship Program
Deadline: Closed
| Description | Eligibility | Forms |
| The purpose of this funding opportunity is to build Canadian capacity and expertise in the area of respiratory health and to promote excellence in research through training awards. The priority for this fellowship competition will focus upon the study of airflow obstruction and the associated diseases of airflow obstruction. This funding will be aimed at improving Canadian research into the pathophysiology, cell biology, population health and health systems research focused upon diseases such as asthma and COPD. |
Eligibility criteria for all CIHR research funding programs apply. The business office of the institution of an eligible Nominated Principal Applicant generally administers CIHR funds.
Please refer to the Eligibility Requirements for CIHR Grants and Awards regarding the eligibility requirements for individuals and institutions.
Specific to CIHR training awards, please refer to the General Guidelines for Training Programs.
Specific to CIHR industry-partnered programs, please refer to the General Guidelines for Industry-Partnered Programs. |
Apply for funding |
For more information on all research funding opportunities, contact:
Michelle McEvoy
Manager, National Research Programs
The Lung Association - National Office
1750 Courtwood Crescent, Suite 300
Ottawa, ON K2C 2B5
Tel: (613) 569-6411 x 262
Fax: (613) 569-8860
research@lung.ca
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