As EU funding opportunities become increasingly global in reach, Western University of Canada took a strategic step to deepen its expertise in managing European Commission grants by hosting a customised online training with European Academy on 4–6 June 2025.
Delivered live via Zoom in the afternoon CET hours to accommodate Canadian time zones, the three-day training focused on “Financial Administration & Auditing Preparation for EU Funded Projects” providing participants with essential tools and knowledge to ensure financial compliance and audit readiness under programmes like Horizon Europe.
A Hands-On Approach to Financial Compliance
Led by a senior expert with auditing experience at the European Commission, the training tackled real-world challenges that beneficiaries often face in managing EU grants, covering everything from cost eligibility and budget transfers to income reporting and final payment procedures.
Key learning areas included:
Understanding EU funding regulations and the structure of Grant Agreements
Detailed guidance on eligible costs for personnel, subcontracting, purchases, and third parties
How to prepare for audits: documentation standards, sampling methodology, and risk areas
Navigating indirect costs, ineligible expenses, and the non-profit rule
Best practices for financial reporting, avoiding recoveries, and managing suspensions
The training was structured to support interactive discussions, allowing participants to engage directly with the expert and relate guidance to their institutional practices.
Strengthening International Capacity for EU Grants
This tailored session reflects Western University’s growing commitment to expanding international funding streams and supporting its teams with the knowledge and tools to manage complex EU projects effectively and transparently.
By proactively addressing the financial and audit requirements of EU programmes, Western University positions itself as a reliable and audit-ready international partner in collaborative research consortia.
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