Events

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On this page you'll find links to upcoming events and webinars hosted by Western and others. 

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Horizon Europe Info Days

Visit this page for upcoming Horizon Europe Info Days sessions. Info days provide prospective applicants and other stakeholders of EU research and innovation the opportunity to get information and ask questions about the main funding instruments, processes of Horizon Europe.

Networking Events

Upcoming events where you can network and connect with potential consortium partners. These are sometimes called "matchmaking" or "brokerage" events and often co-organized with ISED or Trade Commissioner Service of Canada.

November 6, 2025 (01:00 PM – 03:00 PM ET): Advancing Climate Science – Horizon Europe Cluster 5 Virtual Matchmaking Event

Join ISED and other organzations on November 6 for a virtual matchmaking event for draft 2026 Cluster 5 calls (Climate, Energy and Mobility) under Horizon Europe. This event will bring together researchers and innovators across multiple time zones from Canada, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, and New Zealand to forge new collaborations and share expertise in polar climate research.

This event focuses on a specific set of Horizon Europe calls (Cluster 5, Destination 1) from the draft 2026-2027 Work Programme. These topics address critical knowledge gaps and aim to advance our understanding of a changing climate, with a particular focus on the high-latitude regions and their global impacts. Other European researchers and innovators with relevant expertise are also welcome to attend and pitch.

Event Details

  • Date: November 6, 2025 (1PM – 3PM Ottawa Time, 7 – 9PM Brussels Time)
  • Platform: MS Teams
  • Register: Eventbrite Link
Event Format

The virtual matchmaking event will begin with an overview from each of the host nations, highlighting their key research priorities and capacities. The session will then break into dedicated virtual rooms for each call. This will be your opportunity to provide your three-minute pitch to potential partners.

Participants can present their projects and organization. Your pitch should clearly articulate your expertise and how you can contribute to a consortium for a specific call. Participating organizations are also welcome to observe.

Calls for Collaboration

We are inviting researchers and innovators with relevant expertise on the following calls:

  • HORIZON-CL5-2026-07-D1-01: Next generation climate monitoring and related capabilities. This call focuses on improving climate data for a wide range of users, stakeholders and regions to support climate change assessments and climate monitoring. It supports the development, maintenance and analysis of key climate data sets and analysis tools.
  • HORIZON-CL5-2026-07-D1-02: Advancing European climate risk assessments This topic is about developing more sophisticated tools to assess and manage climate risks. By combining our diverse perspectives and data from different regions, we can build a more comprehensive picture of vulnerabilities and develop better adaptation strategies.
  • HORIZON-CL5-2026-07-D1-03: Economics of climate change and cost of inaction This call focuses on the economic dimensions of climate change. It's an essential area for collaboration, allowing us to quantify the financial benefits of climate action versus the mounting costs of delay. Your insights will be invaluable in building a robust economic case for global climate policy.
  • HORIZON-CL5-2026-07-D1-06: Closing knowledge gaps on Earth system science in support of global and regional assessments and climate policy This broad call is the perfect fit for a wide range of expertise. It invites us to fill the missing pieces in our understanding of the Earth's climate system, from ocean dynamics to atmospheric science. The goal is to provide the critical scientific foundation needed to inform and strengthen international climate policies, such as those of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).

Submission Details

If you are planning to pitch, please include your preferred call, a 200-word summary of your pitch, and your contact information when you register. You may also submit one slide to support your pitch. Please submit your slide to horizoneurope@ised-isde.gc.ca by November 1. 

Please note: By submitting your pitch and contact information, organizers and event participants may contact you to provide event updates and facilitate matchmaking discussions.

Your data will be processed securely and will only be used for purposes you have explicitly agreed to, in line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data at any time. 

Event registration will close by October 31. Your attendance will be confirmed with a webinar link on November 4th.

 

SSHRC Destination Horizon Grants Webinar

December 4, 2025 (01 :00 PM – 2 :30 PM ET): Destination Horizon Grant Information Session (English Session)

    • SSHRC is offering grants up to $15,000 to support researchers affiliated with eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions working towards applying to Horizon Europe Pillar 2 calls. The next competition will close on January 22, 2026 with an information session scheduled for December 4th. You can register here: Destination Horizon Grants: 2025 Competitions

 

 

How to pitch your research at Horizon Europe networking events:

Refer to the NCP Guidelines for Pitch Sessions when preparing your presentations for brokerage events (visit NCP portal website for more resources).

Past Events

Resources, slides and recordings from previous workshops, webinars and other events are located on the Horizon Toolbox page

Contact

For more information please contact Elizabeth Russell-Minda, Institutional Research Programs Officer