Letters of Interest Due: November 15, 2024

Overview

The Cabot Martin Award for Research in Regional Policy and Development was established in memory of Cabot James Martin (1944-2022), a lifelong advocate for Newfoundland and Labrador and one of the driving forces behind the Atlantic Accord. This award continues his life's work by supporting research that responds to real-world problems, opportunities, and knowledge gaps in Newfoundland and Labrador public policy. 

Public policy is defined broadly for this award, and includes health, society, economics, education, climate change, regional development, manufacturing, labour, and the environment. Projects related to natural resource management and environmental stewardship are especially encouraged. 

Projects can request up to $20,000. Memorial faculty, post-docs, and graduate students are all eligible to apply.

You can learn more by downloading the Fund Guide.

Application Process

To reduce the burden on applicants, materials are reviewed in two stages. 

1. Stage One: Interested applicants submit a brief letter of interest (approximately 500 words) introducing the project and its application to NL public policy.
2. Stage Two: Up to three projects will be invited to submit a full application. 

Both phases of the application process are managed through The Harris Centre's online application portal. Detailed application instructions including assessment criteria and information on fund administration are available in the Fund Guide. 

Application Support

The Harris Centre is here to support the Memorial community. 

If you require assistance developing an idea into a proposal, connecting with local partners, or completing parts of the application, contact us at harriscentrefunding@mun.ca. 

About Cabot Martin

Born in Channel–Port aux Basques, Cabot Martin was a tireless advocate for the province and people of Newfoundland and Labrador. Through his long career in public life and politics, he left a legacy of visionary approaches to natural resource management, local approaches to economic development, and strong democratic processes and institutions.

The Cabot Martin Award was established through generous donations from Cabot's friends and family to honour the major impact he made in his home province. The award seeks to continue his life’s work by supporting practical, applied research that helps build a bright future for Newfoundland and Labrador.