The Neurological Sciences Foundation
of Canada (NSFC)

The Neurological Sciences Foundation of Canada (NSFC) is a charitable organization.

 

The NSFC’s work is entirely dependent on donations.

 

The NSFC raises money annually in support of activities and initiatives of importance to neurologists, neurosurgeons and the neurological community.

 

Since 2007 the NSFC has distributed over $238,000 in grants to fund numerous organizations and other learning activities including, but not limited to:

• the CNSF Congress to help defray the costs of the Distinguished Guest Lecture and Opening Plenary sessions
• the Canadian Association of Neuroscience Nurses
• the Canadian Association of Electroneurophysiology Technologists
• the Association of Electromyography Technologists of Canada
• the Canada Cuba Project, through the recently formed CNSF International Development Committee
• Think First
• the Canadian Movement Disorders Group and the CNSF… for Neurology and Neurosurgery Resident Education, through the Don Paty Fund

 

As the NSFC continues to move forward, we are exploring new ways in which to support the neurological community. New projects we are researching include:

• International Professional Development Grants,
• Advocacy and Awareness.

 

WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! Without your support, funding to the specific organizations and projects and new initiatives listed above may not occur in 2011 and beyond.

 

Contact Us

For additional information on the NSFC or to donate, please contact the NSFC or donate online TODAY!.

Grants Provided

Since 2007 the NSFC has distributed over $238,000 in grants to fund numerous organizations and other learning activities including, but not limited to:

• the CNSF Congress to help defray the costs of the Distinguished Guest Lecture and Opening Plenary sessions
• the Canadian Association of Neuroscience Nurses
• the Canadian Association of Electroneurophysiology Technologists
• the Association of Electromyography Technologists of Canada
• the Canada Cuba Project, through the recently formed CNSF International Development Committee
• Think First
• the Canadian Movement Disorders Group and the CNSF… for Neurology and Neurosurgery Resident Education, through the Don Paty Fund

Grants Application Process

1. The NSFC is a registered Charity whose revenues are derived exclusively from donations from individuals, and the corporate sector(s). The NSFC considers and award grants based on the revenues it derives from its fundraising efforts.
2. The deadline for grant requests from organizations is September 30th for the ensuing year, i.e. September 30th 2010 for funds requested for 2011. A Grant Review Committee will review the requests in October each year and make recommendations to the NSFC Board in November to coincide with the NSFC’s budget approval schedule. All applicants will be notified of the Board’s decisions by December 15th.

Granting Guidlines

• Education and Professional Development - Programs to help neurologists and neurosurgeons enhance care for their patients; research to determine the unperceived learning needs of neurologists and neurosurgeons; programs to promote the habits and skills for life-long learning; support for programs at the CNSF Congress; programs to promote the translation of new knowledge into clinical practice.
• Public Awareness and Advocacy - Projects to foster public awareness of the impact of neurological disorders; public relations efforts to enhance the care of individuals with neurological disorders; programs to assist neurologists and neurosurgeons become better advocates for their patients.
• “Best Practice” Models of Care Provision - Programs to evaluate “best-care” protocols for specific neurological disorders, particularly those contributing to chronic neurological disability; evidence-based programs to promote the highest standards of care possible for patients with diseases, disorders and injuries of the nervous system.
• Educational Programs and Projects of Allied Health Care Professionals - Including, but not limited to grants to CANN, AETC and CAET.
• Distributions from the CNS Don Paty Fund - Priority will be given to applications that are primarily related to resident education.

Grant Application Form

Download Granting Guidelines and Grants Application

Questions

If you have any questions please contact Dan Morin, Chief Executive Officer,
at 403-229-9544 or dan-morin@cnsfederation.org

For your convenience we have provided you with 3 ways to donate:

• Donate online
• Download a donation form, complete and send it in to the NSFC by mail or fax by fax 403.229.1661
• Call us at 403.229.9544 to process your gift.

Or for additional information contact Dan Morin at by phone 403.229.9544 or email dan-morin@cnsfederation.org.