Canadian Cancer Society Emerging Scholar Research Grants

In plain language

Up to $600K over 5 years for early-career cancer researchers across all 4 pillars (biomedical, clinical, health services, social/environmental). Two-stage: LOI then invited full application. 2026 competition envelope was ~$9M. LOI failure still permits a later Challenge Grant abstract, but a full ESRG app locks you out. Stable, well-respected funder — relevant for MUN Faculty of Medicine early-career PIs working on cancer.

Who qualifies

What you'll have to report

Annual scientific and financial reports; end-of-term outcomes report; CCS patient/public engagement deliverables.