Sponsor

Movember Canada, a branch of the global Movember Foundation

Program

Movember Sport Health Research Initiative Canada [1]

Description

Overview

This program funds innovative research that uses sport as a setting or tool to promote mental health among young men in Canada. Grants of up to CAD $180,000 are available for projects starting in early 2026, with a duration of up to 24 months.

Goals

• Address gaps in early intervention and prevention for young men's mental health.
• Use community or individualized sports (e.g., team sports, rock climbing, gym) to create impact.

Focus Areas

Applicants must target one of the following:

1. Design of sports programs (sport as the intervention)
2. Policies for sports programs
3. Interventions delivered in sports settings

Priority Themes

• Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
• Psychological safety for athletes, parents and coaches
• Technology and digital engagement

Eligibility

• Must be a Postdoctoral Fellow or Early Career Researcher (within 7 years of PhD, excluding career interruptions).
• Must be affiliated with a Canadian institution.
• Requires a qualified supervisor or mentor.
• Institution must be open to providing Monetary or in-kind contribution to the project (i.e., teaching release time).
• Able to leverage partnerships with industry/delivery partners.

Funding Availability

Up to CAD $180,000 per project

Indirect Costs

0% 

Project Duration

Up to 24 months