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Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund
Supports bioscience research infrastructure in Canada
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports bioscience research infrastructure for Canadian institutions involved in biomanufacturing and life sciences. It funds high-performance tools, innovative research spaces, biocontainment facilities, and related research infrastructure linked to partnered research projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Partnered applied research in biomanufacturing and life sciences
- Partnered talent development initiatives
- Research infrastructure for biosciences needs
- High-containment and large-animal facility infrastructure
Documents Needed
- Notice of intent
- Full application
- Endorsement report from the research hub
- Supporting documents listed in the application instructions
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities
- Colleges
- Research hospitals
- Non-profit research institutions
Who is not eligible
- For-profit organizations
- Federal departments, Crown corporations, and their subsidiaries
- Provincial or territorial departments, agencies, and Crown corporations, except eligible universities, colleges, research hospitals, and research institutes
- Private for-profit institutions
Eligible expenses
- Research equipment and components, including refurbished items
- Leasing of research infrastructure
- Construction and renovation related to infrastructure
- Personnel, training, maintenance, repairs, and service contracts
- Operating costs such as electricity, security, cleaning, insurance, and consumables
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Clinical trials
- Research infrastructure requests that only support talent development
- For-profit private sector institutions as applicants
- Costs reimbursed by another funding source
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked administratively for eligibility and compliance.
- Scientific and technical reviewers assess the proposal merit.
- A strategic review then assesses alignment with program objectives and the Strategy.
- Final funding decisions are made by the TIPS Steering Committee and the CFI Board of Directors for infrastructure components.
- Approved projects require an award agreement before funding is released.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through the Convergence Portal.
- Notices of intent and full applications are both required.
- Supporting documents should not include sensitive or proprietary information.
- SSHRC publishes certain application details after submission.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
This program supports bioscience research infrastructure for Canadian institutions involved in biomanufacturing and life sciences. It funds high-performance tools, innovative research spaces, biocontainment facilities, and related research infrastructure linked to partnered research projects.
Who is eligible for the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund program?
To be eligible for the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund program, you must:
CFI-eligible institution
Hub endorsement required
Infrastructure must support research
What expenses are eligible under Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
Partnered applied research in biomanufacturing and life sciences
Partnered talent development initiatives
Research infrastructure for biosciences needs
High-containment and large-animal facility infrastructure
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
You can contact Leaders Opportunity Fund (LOF).
Where is the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund available?
The Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund is funded by Leaders Opportunity Fund (LOF), Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)