Find Funding
Many faculty wonder "How will I get my research funded?" The Office of Research has many resources available to assist researchers in finding funding opportunities.
OR-5 Form
The OR-5 Research Proposal Approval Form must be completed for all research proposals before submission to research sponsors.
Apply for Funding
Information about the application processes for major funding agencies, internal programs, and the Canadian Common CV as well as the OR-5 form and budget tips for researchers.
All research grant applications and contract proposals must be reviewed by the Research Services Office prior to submission to ensure compliance with the policy and requirements of the sponsors and the University. In addition, Office of Research staff offer varying levels of support and resources in proposal development and review.
Find out about application policies, processes, budgeting tips, and more.
Full Cost of Research Initiative
The Full Cost of Research Initiative focuses on clarifying that policy and its associated procedures to strengthen our research enterprise and continue to foster research excellence.
Canada Research Continuity Emergency Fund
Information about the Canada Research Continuity Emergency Fund and how it is being managed at the University of Guelph.
Get an Agreement or Award Notice Signed
All research contracts/agreements are negotiated by the Research Services Office in consultation with the researchers on behalf of the University. Only delegated officials may sign research contracts or agreements.
Managing Research Funds
Find out more about how to acquire a research account. Once your research account has been set up, you will be able to access your funding and start your research. From this point to the end of your project, most of your time on research administration will focus on financial and progress report.
Become a Tri-Agency Reviewer
The Research Services Office encourages members of the University of Guelph research community to become reviewers for Tri-Agencies (CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC), with the aim of increasing our local expertise on evaluation criteria/processes, and ultimately, our success rates in major funding competitions.