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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Deadline
September 14, 2023
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports Alberta institutions engaged in biosciences research infrastructure and industry-relevant discoveries. It provides up to 40% of total eligible project costs for partnered proposals aligned with the program’s priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 14, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- High-risk and applied biosciences research.
- Research infrastructure projects for Alberta institutions.
- Talent development and training in biosciences.
- Projects supporting pandemic preparedness and emerging health threats.
Documents Needed
- Institutional agreement
- Strategic research plan
- Supporting information for institutional eligibility
- Award finalization form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities
- Colleges
- Research hospitals
- Non-profit research institutions
Who is not eligible
- Individual researchers
- Institutions not recognized as eligible by CFI
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project costs identified according to CFI requirements.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs not identified as eligible under CFI requirements.
- Applications not submitted to the CFI BRIF competition.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Selection criteria
- Alignment with a hub’s priorities and vision.
- Contribution to the program of research.
- Support for pandemic preparedness and emerging health threats.
- Relevance to provincial priorities and competitiveness in Alberta.
How to apply
- Step 1: Confirm institution eligibility
- Verify that the institution is eligible to receive and administer CFI funding.
- Check whether the institution is already listed as eligible.
- Step 2: Prepare eligibility materials
- Prepare the institutional agreement.
- Prepare the strategic research plan and supporting information.
- Step 3: Submit the eligibility application
- Email the institutional agreement, strategic research plan, and supporting information to the CFI eligibility contact.
- Step 4: Apply through the CFI system
- Once eligible, submit proposals through CAMS during an active competition.
- Step 5: Finalize the award if approved
- Submit the award finalization form in CAMS.
- Sign the award agreement before funding is released.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed through expert review where applicable.
- They are then reviewed by the Multidisciplinary Review Panel.
- Final decisions are made by the Minister of Technology and Innovation.
- A contractual grant agreement must be signed before payment is released.
- Funded projects must submit regular financial and outcomes reports.
Additional information
- The program is tied to the CFI Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund competition.
- Successful applicants receive a contractual grant agreement before payment is released.
- Awarded projects must include regular financial and outcomes reporting.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) Program
What is the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG)?
This program supports Alberta institutions engaged in biosciences research infrastructure and industry-relevant discoveries. It provides up to 40% of total eligible project costs for partnered proposals aligned with the program’s priorities.
How much funding can be received?
Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) program?
To be eligible for the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) program, you must:
Eligible Canadian CFI institution
Partnered proposal through BRIF
Aligned with program priorities
What expenses are eligible under Bio Innovation Grant (BIG)?
High-risk and applied biosciences research.
Research infrastructure projects for Alberta institutions.
Talent development and training in biosciences.
Projects supporting pandemic preparedness and emerging health threats.
Who can I contact for more information about the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG)?
You can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs by email at rcp.program@gov.ab.ca.
Where is the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) available?
The Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Bio Innovation Grant (BIG) is a Researchers And Facilities