Faculty Research
Emily Carr faculty actively pursue their own creative practices and research projects in art and design, alongside their work as educators and leaders in their fields.
The Research + Industry Office (RIO) supports faculty throughout their research journey – from early project development to post-award grant management.
Faculty can connect with RIO for:
- Funding Opportunities
- Applying for grants
- Grant writing support
- Post-award project management
All researchers must be aware of Emily Carr's compliance policies regarding Ethics in Research and related procedures: Responsible Conduct of Research, Research Administration, Ethics and Conduct and Conflict of Interest Procedures.
If you're new to research at Emily Carr and wondering where to start, a great first step is exploring the diverse research areas and creative projects already underway across the university. Learning about current initiatives can help spark ideas, build connections, and open doors to future collaborations.
Interested in working with organizations outside the university? From community-based initiatives to industry-driven research and creative inquiry, the RIO can help you explore potential partnerships and identify and create agreements for specific projects.
Current and Recent Research Projects
We're grateful for the support provided by the Research Support Fund, which has helped make the research projects listed below possible.
These projects are funded through Canada’s federal research funding agencies, including the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC), and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
Unless otherwise indicated, all projects are held at Emily Carr University and led by the researcher as Principal Investigator.