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Application form 2023

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The plain text form on this page is for information purposes only. To access the form, download the following Word document (DOCX).

This form must be used by organizations to apply for funding support from one of Fisheries and Oceans Canada’s Science contribution funding priority areas. The information provided in the application must comply with all the conditions that are provided on our project application guide webpage. All sections of this application form must be completed.

Questions regarding this application may be addressed to DFO.EOSGCSecretariat-SecretariatSCSEO.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.

1. Organization information
1. Organization information
1.1 Legal name (organization’s registered corporate name^{Footnote 1}) and address of the organization
Applicant representative for the purpose of the contribution agreement Name, organization, title, full address, phone #, email address	Authorized representative for the purpose of signing a contribution agreement Name, organization, title, full address, phone #, email address
Brief description of the organization’s general mandate and activities (200 words maximum)
Organization website address:
Business GST/HST#
1.2 Project team lead Name, organization, title, full address, phone #, email address	1.3 Media relations contact (for the purpose of press releases, announcements, etc.) Name, organization, title, full address, phone #, email address
1.4 Organization type Select one: Canadian post-secondary academic institution Canadian non-governmental organization Indigenous organizations or groups Canadian provincial, territorial, and municipal government Business and industry, including business and industry associations Community group Foreign government Foreign organization Foreign university Port authority Other: specify
1.5 Funding history If the organization had previously received funding from 1 or more DFO Science contribution funding programs for another project or initiative, indicate the amount received, the name of the project and fiscal year(s) for which the funding was received.

2. DFO contribution funding priority area
2. DFO contribution funding priority area
2.1 Identify the Fisheries and Oceans Science contribution priority area to which this application is directed: Science to support sustainable fisheries and ecosystems through Partnerships to develop innovative tools and approaches to estimate and/or collect information on the abundance, distribution, or biological characteristics of fish populations. Improving our understanding of the marine ecosystem to better incorporate environmental considerations in stock assessments. This may include or focus specifically on a better understanding of the role of seals in the ecosystem. Understanding the impacts of stressors on at-risk whales in the Arctic. Community participation in collecting and using bathymetric and hydrographic data.

3. Project team

3.1 Provide for each team member of the proposed project the information as per the table below starting with the project leader (if more than 3 members, provide the same information for each additional member on a separate page)

Name, organization, title, full address, phone #, email address

3.2 Increasing equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in ocean science and research enhances excellence, innovation and creativity and leads to more impactful results for all Canadians. Clearly demonstrate how you will address EDI considerations in your project team composition and research design.

3.3 Measuring expected results (From the following list of program metrics, please select all that apply to your project. Please provide a numerical target for each indicator, as applicable. Only include results that your organization will directly produce, i.e., not work led by other organizations).

3.3 Measuring expected results
Indicator	Will this indicator apply to this project?	Numerical target, if applicable
number of partners engaged and involved in the project (the Recipient and DFO must not be counted as partners)	Yes No
number of Indigenous people engaged in learning activities	Yes No
number of non-Indigenous people engaged in learning activities	Yes No
number of Indigenous people employed	Yes No
number of non-Indigenous people employed	Yes No

4. The project
4. The project
4.1 Project title
4.2 Project start and end dates Project start date (dd/mm/yyyy) Project end date (dd/mm/yyyy)
4.3 Project location Identify the principal province/territory where the project activities will take place.
4.4 Project relevance to Fisheries and Ocean Canada program inventory Select the principal program inventory relevant to the proposal (only 1 program inventory should be selected) among those listed below. Fisheries International Engagement Conservation and Protection Aquatic Animal Health Science Biotechnology and Genomics Aquaculture Science Fisheries Science Aquatic ecosystems Fish and Fish Habitat Protection Oceans and Climate Change Science Marine Planning and Conservation Aquatic Invasive Species Science Species at Risk Science Aquatic Ecosystem Science Marine navigation Hydrographic Services, Data and Science Explain the relevance of the proposed project to the program inventory that was selected.
4.5 Project description (max. 800 words^{Footnote 2})
4.6 Project objectives and anticipated benefits (in point form)
4.7 Project expected results (qualitative, quantitative or both)
4.8 Project risks and associated risk mitigation measures
4.9 Project work plan (describe the main project activities, timelines and milestones)
4.10 Project methodology (outline the project methodology with appropriate discussion of uncertainties)
4.11 Communication of results (how the results of the project would be communicated to the public (e.g. publications, conferences & symposia)
4.12 Project data management (a) Describe how data resulting from the project will be managed and made accessible to the public. (b) Indicate whether or not the organization intends to share the data with DFO (data might be needed by DFO to monitor the progress of the project) Yes No
4.13 Project-related vessel requirement Does your initiative require the use of a DFO (Canadian Coast Guard) vessel? Yes No If yes, you should immediately communicate with DFO’s Ecosystems and Oceans Science (EOS) Grants & Contributions Secretariat (DFO.EOSGCSecretariat-SecretariatSCSEO.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca) to discuss your requirement.

5. Project-related financial information
5. Project-related financial information
Complete the budget template (excel file provided). Refer to the Project Application Guide on our website. Notes: The fiscal year of the Canadian Federal Government is April 1 to March 31 of the following year In the budget excel file, complete Tab 1 - Budget details and Tab 2 - Source of Funds.

6. Supporting documents
6. Supporting documents
You may submit supporting documents (e.g. letters of support, etc.) with the application if you wish. List the supporting documents submitted with the application.

7. Confirmation
7. Confirmation
I confirm that this application has been completed to the best of my knowledge Completed by: [name of person that completed the application] on [date the application was completed]

Date modified:: 2024-04-09

Application form 2023

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