The Killam Research Fund is administered by the Office of the Vice-President (Research) and supports research, scholarship, and creative activities to advance our objectives in the fine arts, humanities, and social sciences. This fund assists researchers in developing leading, recognized and externally financed programs of research.

The Killam Research Fund is divided into four grant platforms:

1. Conference Travel Grants (as per travel grid) – Application 90 days in advance of conference presentation, apply once every two fiscal years (April-March)

2. Cornerstone Grants (< $50,000) – Deadline: April 1, August 1, October 1. Apply once every two fiscal years if successful or next fiscal if unsuccessful.

3. Research Connection Grants (< $10,000) – Deadline: Ongoing; conditions same as 2. 

Killam Research Fund Program Guidelines