Gender-Related Injury and Illness Prevention Program (GRIIPP) Grant

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Overview

There is evidence of gender disparity in workplace injuries, illnesses and fatalities; however, there is little information indicating the root cause of this disparity. Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Prevention Initiative places a strong emphasis on supporting workers with vulnerabilities to enhance outcomes.

The Gender-Related Injury and Illness Prevention Program (GRIIPP) Research Grant presents an opportunity to explore various aspects of gender disparity, and address knowledge gaps related to gender impacts and issues in OHS.

Results of the funded projects will support women’s participation in the workforce through:

• prevention of injury and illness
• identification of best practices
• recommendations for OHS policy and practice
• knowledge translation activities

Key research priorities should focus on:

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• violence and harassment
• health and safety differences related to gender

See the application instructions below for further details.

Funding

There is up to $900,000 available for this grant program in 2026-27.

Eligibility

Potential applied research grant recipients must meet these requirements:

• Applicant must be affiliated with a Canadian-based organization.

Researchers must have a background in occupational health and safety, gender studies, or a related field.

How to apply

Step 1. Read the grant guidelines

Visit the Open Government Portal at: Gender-Related Injury and Illness Prevention Program: Applied Research Grant 2026

This record contains the following guideline documents:

• GRIIPP Research Grant application instructions
• Grant agreement sample – Public bodies
• Grant agreement sample – Non-public bodies

The grant agreement allows a version of the final report and knowledge translation materials to be published on the Open Government Portal.

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact GRIIPP program staff if they have questions or concerns about the Open Government Portal.

Step 2. Complete the application package

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Download and complete the Research Grant Application form.

The following documents may need to be submitted with your application:

• Résumé or curriculum vitae – Include one for the principal applicant and co-applicant where applicable. Each résumé should not exceed 5 pages.
• References – Up to 2 pages of references may be included with citations.
• Supplemental documents – If images, tables, graphs or letters of support are required, ensure the attachments are appropriately referred to in the application form.

Step 3. Submit the application package

All attachments can be combined into a single pdf using the naming convention of: ‘Lastname-Firstname-Attachments.pdf’.

Email the PDF to: [email protected]

After you apply

Successful applicants will be notified in summer 2026 and asked to enter into a grant agreement.

Contact

Connect with the Gender-Related Injury and Illness Prevention Program:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)

Email: [email protected]