The Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada (APF Canada) invites proposals for joint research projects between Canadian and Indo-Pacific-based institutions. Funded through Canada’s Indo-Pacific Initiative, this grant program seeks to strengthen Canada’s ties with the region while producing actionable, policy-relevant insights. Grant Overview Funding Amount: Up to C$40,000 per project Duration: Funds must be used by March 31, 2027 Reporting: Two-page summary due April 30, 2027 Disbursement: Grant awarded to the Canadian lead institution, which can sub-grant to Indo-Pacific partners Priority Themes Proposals should address one or more of the following policy areas: Economic resilience and security Energy security Defence industrial cooperation Regional security Supply chain resilience Critical minerals Innovation and emerging technologies (including digital governance and AI) Eligibility Partnership Requirement: Each proposal must include at least one Canadian institution (lead applicant) and one Indo-Pacific-based institution. The Canadian partner serves as grant holder. Eligible Costs: Travel related to fieldwork, partner meetings, or conferences advancing the project Research or project assistants Local interpretation/translation services Ineligible Costs: Partisan activities Overhead expenses Alcohol, gifts, bonuses, gratuities Airfare must be lowest-fare economy; accommodation and meals must follow Canadian federal travel directives Proposal Requirements (Max 5 Pages) Proposals should include clear headings addressing: Policy Focus & Relevance: What policy issue will the project address? Why is it important for Canada and its Indo-Pacific engagement? Partnership & Roles: Identify Canadian and Indo-Pacific partners Describe each partner’s contribution Approach & Activities: Describe methods and activities Explain how research will produce policy-relevant insights Outputs & Mobilization: Expected deliverables (policy briefs, datasets, reports, roundtables) How outputs will reach decision-makers Annexes (not counted toward 5 pages): Detailed workplan with milestones Budget with justifications Assessment Criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on: Policy relevance and potential impact for Canadian stakeholders Feasibility and quality of research design and workplan Strength and complementarity of Canada–Indo-Pacific partnership Clarity and effectiveness of outputs and knowledge-mobilization plan Key Dates Application Deadline: March 15, 2026, 11:59 PM PST Decision Notifications: April 30, 2026 Project Completion: March 31, 2027 Summary Report Due: April 30, 2027 Submission & Inquiries Submit applications and direct questions to: applications@asiapacific.ca This program supports Canada’s goal of deepening knowledge and policy collaboration with the Indo-Pacific, fostering partnerships that advance mutual understanding and regional engagement. VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY For more opportunities such as these please follow us on Facebook, Instagram , WhatsApp, Twitter, LinkedIn and Telegram Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering the grants. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.