Current Awards

POPCORN is pleased to announce a Call for Applications for a one-year seed funding opportunity supporting inter-network collaborative research projects. Up to five projects will be funded at $20,000 each to support innovative research that brings together POPCORN’s founding networks and advances POPCORN’s objectives.

Overhead costs are NOT eligible for this seed grant.

Applications are due by April 15, 2026. 

Please see this document for full details and application instructions, and feel free to share this opportunity within your networks.

Please reach out to Sarah Ahira at popcorn@micyrn.ca if you have any questions and to apply.

The call for applications for the ENRICH program through the PILLAR Pathway (Programs and Institutions Looking to Launch Academic Researchers) is now open! This national program supports early career researchers (ECRs) through mentorship, training opportunities, resources, and participation in the annual ENRICH conference.

POPCORN will sponsor participation for 2 ECRs whose work aligns with POPCORN’s mission. We encourage you to share this opportunity with members of your networks who may be interested.

The application deadline is May 1, 2026.

You can read more detailed information on eligibility, application requirements, and submission instructions here. You can also read ENRICH’s 2025 Learners Guide here.

If you have any questions or would like to submit an application, please contact popcorn@micyrn.ca.