CS-Can|Info-Can, in collaboration with ISED, NRC and some European Embassies, is organizing a lunch-time event 1 p.m. Wednesday April 30th at ICSE 2025 to inform attendees about funding opportunities for Canadian researchers within the EU Horizon Program.
Are you a Canadian researcher seeking international funding for your projects? The EU Horizon Program—the European Union’s premier initiative for science and innovation—offers Canadian researchers access to significant research and development funding, fostering global collaboration and groundbreaking discoveries.
Join this informative session hosted by Computer Science Canada/Informatique Canada (CS-Can|Info-Can) to explore how you can leverage Horizon Europe’s funding opportunities, connect with European and Canadian stakeholders, and gain expert insights into the application process.
Why Attend?
- Discover Funding Opportunities – Learn about Horizon Europe’s pillars and how they align with Canadian research priorities.
- Collaborate Internationally – Understand how to partner with European institutions and participate in world-class research initiatives.
- Navigate the Application Process – Get guidance on eligibility criteria, funding calls, and key deadlines.
- Connect with Experts – Hear from government and diplomatic representatives who can support your funding journey.
- Engage in a Q&A Session – Get your questions answered directly by experts.
Speakers Include:
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CS-Can|Info-Can
- Jörg-Rüdiger Sack, President
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National Research Council Canada (NRC)
- June Sun, Client Relationship Leader
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Science Counsellors:
- Konstantinos Kapsouropoulos, Digital and Science Counsellor at the EU Delegation to Canada
- Dr. Torsten Geissler, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany
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European Research Expert:
- Elisabetta Di Nitto, Professor at Politecnico di Milano
About Horizon Europe
With a €95.5 billion (over $140 billion CAD) budget (2021-2027), Horizon Europe is the world’s largest research and innovation funding program. It supports researchers, universities, SMEs, and institutions in tackling global challenges through collaborative projects.
- Key Funding Pillars:
- Pillar 1: Excellent Science – Fellowships, research infrastructure, and frontier research.
- Pillar 2: Global Challenges & Industrial Competitiveness – Six thematic clusters including health, digital, energy, and climate.
- Pillar 3: Innovative Europe – Support for start-ups and businesses entering the European market.
Canada is ranked third among non-associated non-EU countries in Horizon 2020, and this session will help you explore new pathways to international research funding and collaboration.
The event will be broadcast nationwide.