Mitacs is accepting research and innovation project proposals from municipalities of all sizes
Mitacs, a national non-profit organization that has designed and delivered research and training programs in Canada for 20 years, is now accepting research and innovation project proposals from municipalities of all sizes. Mitacs connects municipalities with post-secondary researchers for innovative projects. This collaboration ensures the best public policies are developed that will create vibrant and healthy communities. Mitacs can help municipalities with a range of issues including, but not limited to:
- Infrastructure
- Economic diversification
- Emergency management and environmental resilience
- Cyber security
- Public health
Mitacs will provide financial support for up to 55% of the cost of the project. The deadline for expressions of interest is November 2, 2020. Mitacs has created a handout for municipalities, which provides an overview of funding opportunities and case studies on previous projects.
For more information or to learn how to submit a expression of interest, please contact Cedric Prince at cprince@mitacs.ca.
Alex Mochid
Policy Advisor
780.955.4085
alex@RMAlberta.com
Tasha Blumenthal
Director of External Relations and Advocacy
780.955.4094
tasha@RMAlberta.com