The Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences is now accepting applications for the Francophone Engagement Fund. The Fund addresses a gap in the national research ecosystem by providing targeted support to scholarly associations to strengthen research conducted in French and by francophone scholars. It aims to build French-language research capacity, increase the visibility of francophone scholarship, and support participation in national research exchange.   

To be eligible, an association must: 

• Be a Federation member association in good standing (a member who has paid their membership fees and whose certificate of registration is not suspended); 

• Submit a complete application demonstrating alignment with the Fund’s purpose; and 

• Applicants are encouraged, but not required, to provide a minimum of $500 cash matching contribution toward project costs, In-kind contributions from small associations may also be considered. 

Associations may apply whether they are establishing new French-language or bilingual capacity or building on existing French-language or bilingual activities. 

Applications for the Fall Cycle are due by December 11, 2026.

• Read the Francophone Fund Terms of Reference ​​​​​​ for the application details and eligibility criteria.
• Download and fill out the Fund Budget Template  and upload it later in the application process.