Terry Fox New Frontiers Program Project Grants

In plain language

TFRI's flagship team grant for transformative cancer research — 5–7 year terms, typically $1M+/year total. Needs ≥3 independent PIs, a unifying theme, and mandatory trainee development. Invitation-to-full-application comes from LOI stage (Sept). Award year starts July. Realistic only if there is a critical mass of cancer researchers at MUN plus national collaborators already in place. Check tfri.ca for current cycle — competitions run roughly biennially.

Who qualifies

What you'll have to report

Annual scientific and financial reporting; mid-term (year 3) external review; final report with outcomes metrics and trainee tracking.