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The 2027 Parkinson Canada Research Grant Competition is now open, with applications accepted from August to October. This program supports PhD trainees, Postdoctoral Research Fellows, Clinical Fellows and pilot grants for established researchers, working to better understand and diagnose Parkinson's disease, develop new treatments, and improve quality of life for people affected by Parkinson's.

This year, community informed priorities include research related to movement and physical symptoms and thinking and mental health, though we welcome applications across the full breadth of Parkinson's research. Applicants also have the opportunity to consult directly with people affected by Parkinson’s through optional Advisory Group Meetings, which offer guidance on study design, relevance and impact, and approaches to patient engagement and knowledge dissemination. 

In last year's competition, we approved over $2.6 million in research grants and awards, our largest funding envelope to date.

Key Dates:

·                     Application Phase Open: August 4, 2026

·                     Informational Webinar: August 12, 2026, 12:00pm EST —

·                     Advisory Group Meeting 1: Monday, August 24, 2026, 1:00–2:00pm EST

·                     Advisory Group Meeting 2: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 2:00–3:00pm EST

·                     Application Deadline: October 5, 2026 (5:00pm EST)

·                     Funding Notifications: March 2027

To be added to an Advisory Group Meeting please email research@parkinson.ca

Learn more and apply:  
Questions? See our or contact research@parkinson.ca