Support for Student-Focused Activities

Enriching student education through unique experiences

CANSSI supports events aimed at providing enriching training experiences for students in statistical sciences, including workshops, panels, datathons, and summer training programs.

Support Amount: Typical range is $500–$3,000
Region: National
Deadlines: Applications should be submitted at least 2 months before an event
Eligibility: Faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and students at CANSSI member universities

Have questions about the program?

Overview

Overview

This program supports organizational costs and student participation in events that focus on students, including workshops, panels, and datathons, as well as longer training events like short courses and summer training workshops.

Who’s Eligible

Who’s Eligible

Faculty, students, and postdoctoral fellows at CANSSI institutional members are encouraged to apply. 

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Reporting

Reporting

Organizers will encourage completion of CANSSI’s diversity survey, and an event report is due four weeks after the end of the event.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Organizers will work with CANSSI to encourage diversity in participation and an inclusive environment.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Proposals with requests for CANSSI support should be submitted at least 2 months before an event. Applicants must use the application template to be considered. 

For full application details, download the application PDF.

Budget

Budget

An application must include a budget detailing organization and participant costs as well as anticipated support from different sources.

Budget amounts depend on the length and scope of the event. Budgets for shorter events range from $500-$3,000. Budgets for longer training activities should be developed in consultation with the Director.

Timeline

Timeline

Applications for support should be submitted two or more months before the event.

Supporting Docs

Supporting Docs

Proposal for datathon support:

Contact

Questions? Contact Us

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Louisa Benhamida


louisa_benhamida@sfu.ca

General Inquiries

info@canssi.ca