How to Apply

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• CPRC Project Proposals - general info, guides, and forms
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Steps to Apply for Funding

Step 1:

Review Centre for Security Science (CSS) list of current Call for proposals.

Step 2:

Review the scope and priorities for this call for proposals. CPRC Guidebook (HTML |PDF, 696 KB) (Appendix B)

Step 3:

Determine if you are eligible to submit a proposal.

See the Program Call for proposals CPRC Guidebook (HTML |PDF, 696 KB) section 2

Important

Projects that address the specified priorities will receive first consideration.

Each proposal seeking CPRC investment must meet the following mandatory requirements:

Relevance: Submissions must demonstrate relevance to the CPRC’s mandate and investment priorities and identified gaps. Failure to clearly demonstrate the proposal’s relevance will result in the proposal’s rejection.

Duration: The proposal project duration must not exceed 36 months.

Partnerships: Project Proposal Applications must include participation of at least one Canadian first responder partner (police, fire, emergency medical services agency)

Canadian Content: Completion of Canadian Content Certification must be included – section 8.0 Project Proposal Application form.

Important

The following will also result in the rejection of a proposal without further consideration:

Failure to use the project proposal application form

Submitting an incomplete application

Failure to meet the stipulated Call for Proposal closing date.

Step 4:

Review the Program Application to be aware of the specific conditions you are required to follow should you receive funding.