The Manitoba Network Environment for Aboriginal Health Research (NEAHR) Program seeks to expand the pool of indigenous health researchers and contribute to the development of a sustainable and collaborative research environment for First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities in Manitoba.
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NEW - Manitoba NEAHR Video
Research Events:
2nd Annual First Nations, Metis & Inuit Health Research Symposium
February 28 & March 1, 2013
University of Manitoba, Bannatyne Campus
Symposium Presentations
Past Events:
Annual NEAHR Student Colloquium Tuesday, August 21, 2012, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 pm
Room R060 (Betty Havens Seminar Room) Medical Rehabilitation Building, University of Manitoba, 771 McDermot Avenue (Bannatyne campus map)
Invitation (pdf)
Colloquium schedule (pdf)
How do I get my research in Aboriginal health funded? A Summer Institute in Peer Review for Research Fellowships & Grants
June 13-15, 2012, University of Manitoba
Information and Registration (pdf)
Inaugural First Nations, Metis & Inuit Health Research Symposium
December 1 & 2, 2011 Faculty of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Bannatyne Campus
Symposium Presentation Abstracts
Aboriginal Health Research Network (AHRNet)
AHRNet is the network comprising the nine NEAHR centres across Canada. The AHRNet Secretariat website maintains information on the NEAHR programs across Canada, a health research resource directory, and news in the area of Aboriginal health research.
Aboriginal Health Resource Directory
Sign up for AHRNetS E-News for Research Trainees
Health Research Awards
The Manitoba NEAHR Graduate Fellowship is an award up to a maximum of $20,000 for one year to support graduate studies at the Masters or PhD level in indigenous health. In addition to providing financial support, the NEAHR Program helps students to link with othe graduate students and established researchers in the province and across Canada.
Guidelines (pdf)
Competition Closed
Student Research Internships
The summer research internship is a 15 week program that offers undergraduate students the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience. See guidelines and application for further information.
Guidelines for Students
Competition Closed
New Investigator Award
This award is intended to provide support for new indigenous faculty to develop and demonstrate their independence in initiating and conducting First Nations/Metis/Inuit health research through the provision of a contribution to their salary and/or a research start up grant. This award provides salary support up to $50,000 per year for one year (with possible renewal for a second year) and a one time research start up grant of up to $25,000. Investigators are expected to spend at least 75% of their university-based time on research and to apply for peer reviewed research funding during the term of the award. See guidelines and application for additional information.
Guidelines and Application - next deadline: No competitions are currently planned in this award category.
Awards Selection Process: All of the awards under the Manitoba NEAHR program are selected on a competitive basis. An Awards Review Committe consisting of faculty members and representatives from the Manitoba First Nations and Metis communities review applications at all levels. Criteria for selection will include academic record, interest and/or experience in First Nations/Metis/Inuit health issues, and evidence of community commitment.
How to Apply: Online applications are available via the links under each award. Note that some applications require supporting documentation in addition to the online forms; please read the instructions in the online forms carefully. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Program Coordinator to discuss their application prior to submission.
For more information, contact the Manitoba NEAHR Program Coordinator.
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