The Solutions Program aims to support research with the potential to make a difference in Saskatchewan for the selected focus area. Therefore, research teams should be collaborative and constituted to support the goals of the proposed research and potential impacts. 

There must be at least three Applicants/Investigators who are based in Saskatchewan and fulfill the following requirements: 

• One researcher who meets the eligibility requirements for a Principal Applicant

• A second researcher who brings a different disciplinary perspective 

• A knowledge-user who brings perspectives on the practical applications of knowledge generated through the proposed research.  

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By the Application deadline, each team member must be invited to the Application via the RMS and accept the email invitation indicating they consent to their participation in the project.

Additionally, consider the following when forming your research team:

• Any additional team membership requirements listed in a relevant focus area or partnered focus;

• Having people with lived/living experiences on the team is strongly encouraged;

• Once the minimum team member requirements are met, additional team members from within or outside Saskatchewan may be included in any role;

• There is no maximum number of team members. However, all team members should have a clear role and demonstrate how their expertise and/or experience is beneficial in addressing the research question(s) and/or potential impacts;

• To support mentorship and capacity building, teams are encouraged to have both early career and established investigators, with trainees as appropriate. Novice and early career researchers applying as the Principal Applicant are encouraged to include experienced co-lead(s);

• Having relevant supporters, including health system decision-makers, community leaders, community organizations, industry partners, etc. are strongly encouraged, as appropriate for the proposed project.

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See full details in the Application Package.