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Title:

Pelvic floor physiotherapy for treating urinary incontinence in Canadian women Veterans

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$1,294,476.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 19, 2029

Description:

Over 57% of women CAF members experience urinary incontinence, a stigmatized condition that reduces quality of life. In response to an urgent call from the House of Commons Canada, this study will assess the effectiveness of a pelvic floor physiotherapy treatment created for Canadian women Veterans with urinary incontinence.

Organization:

Veterans Affairs Canada

Expected Results:

Organizations to conduct research and implement initiatives and projects that support the well-being of Veterans and their families.

Location:

Sherbrooke, Quebec, CA J2K 2R1

Reference Number:

001-2025-2026-Q4-00120

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

119279130

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

Université de Sherbrooke

Federal Riding Name:

Brome—Missisquoi

Federal Riding Number:

24014

Program:

Veteran and Family Well-being Fund

Program Purpose:

The Veteran and Family Well-being Fund provides grants and contributions to private, public, academic or Indigenous organizations to conduct research and implement initiatives and projects that support the well-being of Veterans and their families

Coverage:

Canada