WorkSafeBC supports research that makes a difference in the workplace. We are pleased to announce new grant opportunities are now open to workers, employers, students, academic researchers, and others who are interested in conducting research related to our research priorities and improving workplace health and safety.
Applied Innovation (formerly “Innovation at Work”)
Letter of Intent due: January 13, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. PST.
Any Canadian resident may apply.
- Supports research projects that are practical and applicable to the workplace. These projects develop or apply knowledge and insights to address workplace health and safety issues and/or engage in knowledge transfer and exchange activities.
- Grants are up to $50,000 for a duration of 12 months.
Proof of Principle and Prototyping
Letter of Intent due: January 13, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. PST.
Any Canadian resident may apply.
- A new funding stream within Applied Innovation for research that may lead to novel tools, products, and technology that can be implemented in the workplace and made available to workers, employers, and workplaces.
- Grants are up to $100,000 for a duration of 24 months.
Applications due: February 10, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. PST.
Open to master’s and doctoral students, including international students, in B.C.
- Designed to foster the development of OHS research in B.C. through enabling graduate students to undertake full-time research training with a focus on occupational illness, injury, and disability.
- Awards are $22,500 annually for one or two years.
Ralph McGinn Postdoctoral Fellowships
Applications due: February 10, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. PST.
Open to researchers within four years of completing their Ph.D. holding a postdoctoral position at a Canadian university or research institution.
- Designed to foster the development of OHS and work disability research in B.C. and across Canada through supporting doctoral graduates who are training for careers as academic researchers.
- Awards are $50,000 annually for two years.
Applications due: February 10, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. PST.
Open to qualified researchers at universities or research institutions in Canada and internationally.
- WorkSafeBC is currently seeking research on the following topic:
Worker and employer engagement and incentive programs supporting return to work
- Grants range from $50,000 to $150,000 for one or two years.
We can help!
Visit our website to learn more and apply today. We encourage applicants to reach out to Research Services by email at resquery@worksafebc.com with any questions about the application process or to discuss research ideas.