Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) invites its members to submit proposals to support the development of competency-based training programs (CBT) and applied research projects in Tunisia.
As part of this initiative, selected institutions will collaborate with seven Instituts Supérieurs des Sciences Appliquées et de Technologie (ISSATs) through one of the following four institutional partnerships:
- B01: Partnership with the ISSATs of Gabès and Sousse, focused on the development of two specialized training programs in energy and environment.
- B02: Partnership with the ISSATs of Gafsa and Mateur, focused on the development of two specialized training programs in electrical and industrial systems, and renewable energy.
- B03: Partnership with the ISSATs of Kairouan and Kasserine, focused on the development of two specialized training programs in renewable energy and energy efficiency.
- B04: Partnership with the ISSATs of Mahdia, focused on the development of one specialized training program in eco-engineering and sustainable development.
This call for proposals is issued under ISSATs for a Green and Inclusive Economy, funded by Global Affairs Canada.
Deadline: March 16, 2026
Interviews with shortlisted institutions: Mid-April 2026
Please note that the information session will be held in French, the documentation is available in French, and French is the sole working language for the partnerships. Proposals must also be submitted in French.
Please note that a college may submit only one proposal, whether as the lead institution or as a secondary partner.
Register for the February 12, 2026 Information Session
This session will provide an overview of the initiative, explain how to submit a proposal, and offer an opportunity to ask questions.
Date: Tuesday, February 12, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (ET)