{"id":44288,"date":"2024-02-23T10:17:53","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T10:17:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.innovationnewsnetwork.com\/?p=44288"},"modified":"2024-09-13T13:11:26","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T12:11:26","slug":"funding-the-future-horizon-europe-in-canada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.innovationnewsnetwork.com\/funding-the-future-horizon-europe-in-canada\/44288\/","title":{"rendered":"Funding the future: Horizon Europe in Canada"},"content":{"rendered":"
Canada\u2019s agreement with the European Commission opens up Horizon Europe to Canada, the latest programme funding science and research initiatives to better the planet. The Canadian Government\u2019s Department of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development (ISED) spoke with The Innovation Platform<\/em> to detail this huge funding opportunity, the significance of global collaboration, and the promise of exceptional research.<\/p>\n Canada is committed to working with like-minded countries to address global challenges through science- and evidence-based solutions. International research and innovation collaborations contribute to Canada\u2019s ability to confront these challenges and seize opportunities, as well as boost our reputation as a research leader. Increased research collaboration is also a significant economic driver through commercialisation activities and talent attraction.<\/p>\n To create more international opportunities for Canadian researchers, innovators, and businesses to pursue their discoveries, the Government of Canada is supporting increased collaboration through developing Horizon Europe in Canada, the world\u2019s largest research and innovation funding programme involving countries around the globe.<\/p>\n In November 2023, the Government of Canada closed substantive negotiations with the European Commission<\/a> to join Horizon Europe as an associate country under Pillar II, which is focused on global challenges such as climate, health, culture and inclusive societies, and digital industries. While Canadians could already participate in all Horizon Europe project calls open to international partners, they can now access a broader range of research opportunities and benefits in Pillar II, as research and innovation community members of an associated country.<\/p>\n Since December 2023, the European Commission has been reviewing applications from Canadian researchers and innovators as full-fledged associate members of consortia in Horizon Europe Pillar II project calls to ensure Canadians do not miss funding opportunities. Awards will only be issued once the association treaty has been provisionally applied, which is expected to occur in mid-to-late 2024. This will also make accessing funds quicker and more streamlined.<\/p>\n For more information, please visit the Government of Canada\u2019s website on Horizon Europe<\/a>.<\/p>\n By collaborating closely with international partners through Horizon Europe, Canada\u2019s talented research and innovation community can develop solutions to some of the world\u2019s most pressing challenges.<\/p>\n Developing Horizon Europe in Canada provides opportunities for Canadian researchers and innovators to showcase their expertise on the international stage, potentially leading to the implementation and commercialisation of tangible solutions to global challenges. For example, about 35% of Horizon Europe funding targets efforts to combat climate change. As an associate member, Canadian researchers will have increased access to research opportunities and can play an even more significant part in the global response to international challenges.<\/p>\n The benefits of associating also include leading projects, receiving direct funding, and collaborating with European and other international partners in various research and innovation areas. This allows the Canadian research and innovation community to propose projects, initiate consortia, and have a greater say in shaping the direction, objectives, and outcomes of Horizon Europe projects. Canadian researchers also benefit from Horizon Europe through increased collaboration and networking, as well as new opportunities to expand their work\u2019s reach and citation impact.<\/p>\n With a budget of \u20ac95.5bn over seven years (2021 to 2027), Horizon Europe will give talented Canadian researchers and innovators access to new opportunities to collaborate more closely with international partners and to develop solutions to pressing global challenges, from human health and climate change to social inclusion.<\/p>\n While the Government of Canada encourages Canadians to participate in all Horizon Europe calls that are open to international applicants, efforts will focus on supporting Canadians to apply for opportunities in Pillar II since Canada will be an associated country in this category.<\/p>\n Pillar II funding is centred around six \u2018clusters\u2019 that offer collaborative initiatives and partnership opportunities. These six clusters include: The Horizon Europe Association Agreement will significantly enhance Canadian participation in Pillar II. For context, Horizon 2020, Horizon Europe\u2019s predecessor, funded more than 7,500 collaborative projects with participants from 149 countries. Canada\u2019s participation in Horizon 2020 ranked third among non-associated non-EU countries.<\/p>\nHow will advancing Horizon Europe in Canada benefit its innovation and economic development goals?<\/h3>\n
What specific opportunities does the Horizon Europe extension offer for Canadian researchers, innovators, and businesses?
\n<\/strong><\/h3>\nCan you highlight any collaborative initiatives or partnerships Canada plans to pursue through Horizon Europe?<\/h3>\n
\n1.\u00a0\u00a0 Health;
\n2.\u00a0\u00a0 Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society;
\n3.\u00a0\u00a0 Civil Security for Society;
\n4.\u00a0\u00a0 Digital, Industry and Space;
\n5.\u00a0\u00a0 Climate, Energy and Mobility; and
\n6.\u00a0\u00a0 Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment.<\/p>\n