Funding programmes

As a first step, we ask for a personal exchange to clarify the respective goals and modalities of the project. The Scientific Coordination Office Bavaria-Québec/Alberta/International at the Bavarian Research Alliance provides information and advice to potential interested parties on all questions related to a research stay in one of the partner regions. A (telephone) appointment can be arranged at any time by email: Contact

Information on funding opportunities for cooperation projects between Bavaria and Quebec or Alberta can be found here (in German).

Researchers from across the RLS regions can find a compilation of resources for information about funding opportunities, mobility, and scholarships or training funding here. 

Current funding options Bavaria-Québec

The following funding options are currently available:

• The Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQ) and the Bavarian State Ministry of Science and the Arts, in collaboration with the WKS Bavaria-Québec/Alberta/International within the Bavarian Research Alliance, are launching a new, forward-looking bilateral research program on AI-powered and human-centered robotics for real-world applications. More information can be found here. The call for proposals is open for application starting September 22, 2026 (deadline for registration: October 13, 2026; deadline for application: November 16, 2026)