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2001 New Joint funding program for research on law reform
VIRTUAL SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM: New Joint funding program for research on law reform In order to enhance its capacity to conduct multidisciplinary legal policy research using innovative research and management practices, the Law Commission of Canada (LCC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) have created a Virtual Scholar in Residence Program.
The Virtual Scholar in Residence Program is an on-going initiative. Each year, the program will provide funding for one individual to work with the LCC for a six month period to advance research in one of its four research themes.
The Virtual Scholar in Residence will receive a stipend of up to a maximum of $50,000 to cover a six-month period of intensive research with the LCC. In addition, up to $10,000 will be provided by the LCC for research expenses.
The Virtual Scholar in Residence is expected to take a leading role in advancing the LCC's research. This may include undertaking some of the following tasks:
- drafting a Commission discussion paper or report;
- preparing one or more research papers based on original research ;
- attending roundtables or study panels organised by the Commissionthe LCC;
- participating in Commission meetings; and,
- participating in, or organising conference sessions, seminars or workshops.
The theme for the 2001 initiative is Social Relationships. For comprehensive program information and application materials, please consult the program description in the SSHRC Grants Guide.
Deadline for submissions: January 19, 2001 | 
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