CCRF Spring 2025 RFT
RFT Details for Spring 2025
CCRF is pleased to offer the Spring 2025 Request for Tender (RFT) to researchers and clinicians in the chiropractic and adjacent healthcare fields who meet the eligibility requirements. Granting decisions will be approved by CCRF’s Board of Directors and will be based on recommendations by its Research Committee.
The purpose of this Project is to answer the question: “Within the province of British Columbia (BC), what is the average number of visits required to achieve a MCID (minimally clinical important difference) in pain and function for patients with low back pain in a community-based chiropractic practice?”. A secondary question will also be addressed, as follows: “Within BC, what is the average cost of treating low back pain patients, based on the average number of visits?” will also be addressed.
Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to review the FAQs.
How We Work
CCRF’s Request for Tender Process
Throughout the year, CCRF issues Requests for Tender (RFT) to qualified Canadian researchers, clinicians, health institutions, university faculty and teams headed by recognized professional leaders. Funding is provided through CCRF’s National Research Fund, thanks to the very generous support of the Canadian Chiropractic Association, all Provincial Associations, clinicians from across Canada, funding partners and stakeholders.
The intent is to enter into an agreement with a single Applicant assessed to be the most qualified and capable of fulfilling the terms of the RFT in a timely manner.
Criteria for each RFT varies. Before you apply, please make sure to review the Current RFT Criteria, where you’ll find eligibility details and submission information for your proposal.
Proposal evaluation is overseen and administered by CCRF’s Research Committee (RC). The RC may require clarification from Applicants to assist in making its evaluation. Final funding recommendations are approved by the Board of Directors.
CCRF's Research Committee & Scientific Reviewer
The CCRF’s five-member Research Committee (RC) oversees the CCRF Request for Tender (“RFT”) process and makes recommendations for funding to the CCRF board. Each member of this committee is an experienced clinician with background in research and professional publication. Details on the Research Committee can be found here.
Submissions are assessed for scientific rigor and methodology by a qualified and independent reviewer. This is a rotating position held by a respected member of the Canadian research community.
Standard Terms & Conditions
Disbursement: The successful Applicant is required to accept CCRF’s grant disbursement requirements.
Marketing: In coordination with CCRF staff, grant recipients provide updates, interviews, photos and other materials to support outreach and awareness.
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