Funded research

Parkinson Canada strives to make an impact on the Parkinson’s research community. By funding meaningful and innovative projects with promising young researchers in their professional development, Parkinson Canada aims to encourage continued growth and revitalization in the fields of Parkinson’s research in Canada.

New partnership with CurePSP: two research projects awarded

Parkinson Canada is proud to announce a new partnership with CurePSP to advance research and care for people affected by progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) and related disorders in Canada. Together, we are co-funding t wo new projects:

Dr. Aakash Shetty, University of Alberta / Dr. Anthony Lang, University of Toronto
Identifying barriers and facilitators to timely diagnosis of PSP, CBS, and MSA in underserved populations employing process mapping: A mixed-method approach.

Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell, University of British Columbia
Effectiveness of a wellness program in individuals living with atypical parkinsonism.

Current research cycle

Parkinson Canada is committed to advancing research that leads to bettering the lives of People living with Parkinson’s. Each year, we support innovative projects through our research competition, funding scientists who are pushing the boundaries of Parkinson’s research.

Learn about the latest funding opportunities and current grant recipients.

Patient Engagement in Research Grant

2025 Research competition

Kanta Marwah Research Innovation Fund