No. The $20k model is designed to enable a higher annual salary for postdocs, comparable with other postdoc funding in Canada, by providing $20k per 4-month internship. If a lower funding amount is desired, use the $15k funding model.  

$20k will be the default for postdocs in Mitacs Plus, but both $20k and $15k will be available. 

Yes, for each $20K IU, up to $5k can be allocated to research expenses. 

No, this funding model is reserved for interns with postdoc status, just as Elevate was.

Yes, $20k units will be available for all new postdoc submissions in Accelerate, including eAcc and joint applications.  

No. The $20k model will only be available for postdocs. If a postdoc is replaced with another level intern, the budget will need to be changed to the standard $15k Accelerate funding model. 

The $20k funding model in Accelerate is available for PDFs on new applications, but approved internships will not change. The $20k funding model was previously available through Elevate, so it is not a net-new offering, and already-submitted Accelerate applications will not change.   

Please note that the financial contribution of organizations is subject to applicable Goods and Services Tax (GST), Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) and/or Quebec Sales Tax (QST) (Collectively the value added tax or VAT).

Yes. Partner organizations are welcome to contribute additional funding but Mitacs will not provide any additional funding outside of the standard award. [This additional partner funding should be included in the application budget and the anticipated use of funds (e.g., stipend/salary top-up, specialized equipment)]. Top-up funds must be received at Mitacs at the same time […]

Mitacs takes no position on intellectual property (IP). IP is to be shared between the academic institution, its researchers, and the partner organization according to the academic institution’s IP rules, unless a separate agreement is negotiated. Mitacs can facilitate IP discussions with any Canadian academic institution. Please refer to the Program Administration section for a […]

Please refer to Mitacs Conflict of Interest Policy for more details. If there is a conflict of interest, please discuss with your Mitacs Advisor before applying.

No. Funds used towards Accelerate cannot be matched by any other federal or provincial agency.