The CFDR 2024 Grant Competition is Now Open!
Upcoming Important Dates:
- Letters of Intent Deadline – October 31, 2023
- Invited Proposals Deadline – March 2, 2024
Who We Are
We are a Community Changing the Face of Canadian health and Nutrition, and Advancing the Dietetic Profession.
As the authoritative research funding organization for food, nutrition and dietetics, the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research is changing the face of Canadian health and advancing the dietetic profession. Our funding supports the development of quality advice and accessible resources that are based on credible scientific evidence, to help enhance the health of all Canadians. Over the past 30 years, we have invested over $2.8 Million in research undertaken by Canadian dietitians with over 159 projects completed or underway.
Join the Cause
Your Support is Vital in Helping us Fund Continued Research and Impact the Health of Canadians.
Our grants help support the research of dietitians within the context of their practices, and therefore uniquely position CFDR as a leading force for improving the nutritional health of this country.




Research Funding with CFDR
Apply for Research Funding Opportunities
CFDR has been awarding grants to support practice-based research since 1993. To date, we have awarded more than $2 million in grants to 125 research teams across the country. Begin your dietetic research journey today! Apply for research funding and explore your opportunity to contribute to the advancement of nutrition in Canada with CFDR!


CFDR Early Bird Abstracts now OPEN
Learn About Our Annual Research Showcase
We are now accepting abstracts for the Early Bird Research Showcase at the 2024 Dietitians of Canada National Conference. This Showcase provides an excellent opportunity for dietitians and students in the field of dietetics and nutrition to showcase their work and completed research.
Making Change Through Research
Why Is Diet and Nutrition Important In Our Lives?
Dietetic and nutritional research, allows us to improve the lives of those living with illness in our country, while simultaneously informing the food industry of consumer choices and dietary trends. This crucial information will help improve their products and in turn, build a healthier Canada.
