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Research

IWK Health is a global leader in research, innovation, and knowledge sharing that directly improves the health and well-being of women, children, and families throughout the Maritimes and across the world.

Our practice is rooted in a collaborative model that integrates talented people with new technologies, research, training, and clinical excellence. The IWK’s vibrant research community attracts outstanding leaders including nurses, psychologists, pediatricians, psychiatrists, surgeons, obstetricians and gynaecologists, to name a few. 

 

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Research Calendar

August 2026

  • Ethics - August 25 - Submission deadline for September REB meeting
  • Grants - August 31 - IWK-Matching Funds for Mitacs Accelerate Program Deadline (standalone projects)

September 2026

  • Ethics - September 15 - REB Meeting
  • Ethics - September 29 - Submission deadline for October REB meeting 
  • Grants - September 30 - Equipment Refresh/Replace Application Deadline

October 2026

  • Grants - October 8 - Project Grant Application Deadline
  • Ethics - October 20 - REB Meeting
  • Ethics - October 27 - Submission deadline for November REB meeting

November 2026

  • Grants - November 1 - Summer Studentship Deadline
  • Grants - November 1 - Mentored Grant Application Deadline
  • Ethics - November 17 - REB Meeting
  • Ethics - November 24 - Submission deadline for December REB meeting

December 2026

  • Ethics - December 15 - REB Meeting
  • Contact

    IWK Health Research & Innovation Advancement (RIA)

    5850/5980 University Ave.
    PO Box 9700
    Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 6R8

    If you are looking for a specific individual from one of our departments or facilities please visit our Research Team (RIA) page.

    If you have a general question about research, our services, facilities or programs, please email us. You can also sign up for our weekly IWK Research E-Bulletin by contacting us via the email below.

    Research & Innovation Advancement (RIA)