This funding opportunity is led by the CIHR’s Institute of Health Services and Policy Research (IHSPR) in partnership with several CIHR institutes and provincial health research organizations, including Michael Smith Health Research BC.
The Health System Impact Fellowship provides doctoral trainees and postdoctoral researchers with an opportunity to embed within health system organizations and apply their research and analytic skills to real-world health system challenges. The program supports experiential learning, mentorship and professional development while helping health system organizations build capacity for evidence-informed learning and improvement.
Information webinar
An information webinar for prospective Health System Impact Fellowship applicants and health system organizations will be held on November 4, 2026, from 9–10 a.m. PST. The session will provide an overview of the funding opportunity, including program requirements, eligibility and the role of host health system organizations.
RegisterHow to apply
Applications to this funding competition are coordinated by CIHR’s Institute of Health Services and Policy Research (IHSPR). For more information and application details, please visit the CIHR’s website below.
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