Catalyst Awards

LOI Deadline: Monday, June 8, 2026

ACHRI members are encouraged to apply for the 2026 Catalyst Awards Competition.

$600,000 total funds are available

  • Minimum of 1 project involving Nursing and/or Allied Health-driven research (based on $150K budget)
  • Minimum of 2 projects unrestricted projects to be awarded (based on $150K budget)

Timelines 

  • LOI Deadline: Monday, June 8 
  • Full Application Deadline: Sunday, September 20 
  • Projects Announced: ACHRI Symposium on Friday, November 20 

Two Funding Supports

Seedling Projects

Up to $75,000 for 2 years

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Branch Projects

Up to $150,000 for 2 years

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These awards are generously provided to ACHRI and its members by community support through the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.