Title:
Op. Gr.: Cannabis Res. in Longitudinal studies - Veteran’s Health
Agreement Value:
$599,974.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2026
Description:
The specific objectives of this funding opportunity are:
• Leverage Canadian-based research data sources and infrastructures to foster research concerning the health effects of cannabis use, including the effectiveness of medical cannabis in treating different conditions, and the harms and risks associated with non-medical use;
• Generate and share new knowledge concerning prevalence, patterns, and contributing factors of cannabis use to answer cannabis-related health research questions specific to one of the research areas stated above; and
• Develop a broader understanding concerning cannabis use, which may ultimately lead to guidance for therapeutic and recreational use, as well as for cannabis use disorder.
Organization:
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Expected Results:
This program provides funding for targeted grants and awards aimed at addressing priority areas. Priorities are identified by CIHR in consultation with other government departments and agencies, partners and stakeholders. The program mobilizes researchers, patients, health providers, and decision makers to conduct research, enable knowledge translation and build capacity in the priority areas. It often requires collaboration within and across sectors.
Location:
Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1N 6N5
Reference Number:
236-2022-2023-Q2-00929
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Individual or sole proprietorship
Recipient's Legal Name:
Robillard, Rébecca
Research Organization:
University of Ottawa|Université d'Ottawa
Program:
Research in Priority Areas
Program Purpose:
This program provides funding for targeted grants and awards aimed at addressing priority areas. Priorities are identified by CIHR in consultation with other government departments and agencies, partners and stakeholders. The program mobilizes researchers, patients, health providers, and decision makers to conduct research, enable knowledge translation and build capacity in the priority areas. It often requires collaboration within and across sectors.