About Organisation
The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) is an independent, non-partisan, not-for-profit organization committed to advancing Canada’s engagement with Asia. Established to strengthen ties and foster deeper understanding between Canada and the Indo-Pacific, APF Canada operates as a key platform for research, dialogue, and policy development. Its focus spans across issues of trade, innovation, sustainability, security, and technological advancements, ensuring that Canada’s interests are effectively positioned in an increasingly interconnected world. Through partnerships with governments, institutions, and civil society, APF Canada helps identify opportunities and challenges shaping relations across the Indo-Pacific. Supported by Global Affairs Canada, the Foundation brings together diverse stakeholders to promote collaboration, knowledge exchange, and practical research. Its Indo-Pacific Initiative emphasizes regional cooperation and policy-relevant research that supports Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy, enhancing resilience in areas such as energy, technology, and critical resources. APF Canada’s role is not just to conduct research, but also to convene, connect, and create actionable insights that foster stronger, more sustainable relationships. By funding joint initiatives, the organization contributes to advancing regional security, economic resilience, and long-term prosperity while creating pathways for Canadian institutions and researchers to work alongside partners across Asia.
About the Grant
The Canada-Asia Joint Research Grant Program is open to collaborative proposals led by Canadian institutions in partnership with at least one institution from the Indo-Pacific region. Eligible applicants include recognized academic and research institutions that are capable of conducting policy-relevant studies within the program’s thematic focus areas. To qualify, proposals must be co-designed with clear roles and responsibilities outlined for both the Canadian and Indo-Pacific partners. The Canadian partner must act as the lead applicant, holding responsibility for financial management, reporting, and ensuring project deliverables. Joint projects should focus on one or more priority themes, including space, regional security, energy, critical minerals, supply chain resilience, or emerging technologies. Proposals must highlight the policy significance of the research, expected outputs, and dissemination plans. Partisan or purely advocacy-driven activities are not eligible. The funding is intended to support practical, evidence-based research that strengthens bilateral or multilateral cooperation, with outputs designed for academic, policy, and public audiences. Institutions must be prepared to complete the project within the required timeframe, utilize the grant responsibly, and submit a final report by April 30, 2026.
Who can Apply?
The Canada-Asia Joint Research Grant Program is open to collaborative proposals led by Canadian institutions in partnership with at least one institution from the Indo-Pacific region. Eligible applicants include recognized academic and research institutions that are capable of conducting policy-relevant studies within the program’s thematic focus areas. To qualify, proposals must be co-designed with clear roles and responsibilities outlined for both the Canadian and Indo-Pacific partners. The Canadian partner must act as the lead applicant, holding responsibility for financial management, reporting, and ensuring project deliverables. Joint projects should focus on one or more priority themes, including space, regional security, energy, critical minerals, supply chain resilience, or emerging technologies. Proposals must highlight the policy significance of the research, expected outputs, and dissemination plans. Partisan or purely advocacy-driven activities are not eligible. The funding is intended to support practical, evidence-based research that strengthens bilateral or multilateral cooperation, with outputs designed for academic, policy, and public audiences. Institutions must be prepared to complete the project within the required timeframe, utilize the grant responsibly, and submit a final report by April 30, 2026.
How to Apply?
Applicants must prepare a joint proposal of no more than five pages, outlining research objectives, partnership roles, activities, policy relevance, outputs, and dissemination strategies. Annexes should include a detailed workplan, budget, and timeline. The Canadian institution must submit the proposal as lead applicant, coordinating with Indo-Pacific partners. All submissions must be sent before the stated deadline, with late applications not considered for review.
Application Deadline
Applications close at 11:59 p.m. PST on October 6, 2025. Submissions received after this date will not be accepted, and applicants are encouraged to apply well before the deadline.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
