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Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund
Partnered bioscience research and infrastructure support in Canada
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Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Institutions eligible to apply for, receive and administer CFI funding
See full eligibility
Overview
The Canada Biomedical Research Fund and Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund supports partnered bioscience research, talent development and research infrastructure for eligible institutions in Canada. It is aligned with Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy and aims to strengthen pandemic preparedness and domestic capacity across the academic, public, private and non-profit sectors.
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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
- Minimum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
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 the biomanufacturing and life sciences sector to accelerate the translation of discoveries into products and services to strengthen the sector
- Partnered talent development to provide skills and training needed to drive innovation and growth in Canada’s biomanufacturing industry
- Research infrastructure to support Canada’s biosciences research needs
Documents Needed
- Notice of intent
- Full application
- Endorsement report template
Official resources
Program guide
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Institutions eligible to apply for, receive and administer CFI funding
Who is not eligible
- Private for-profit institutions (industry)
Eligible expenses
- Costs of acquiring or developing research infrastructure
- Technical personnel, maintenance and repairs, and services directly associated with funded infrastructure and spaces
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
Selection criteria
- Scientific and technical merit of the research, talent development, and research infrastructure components
- Alignment with the strategic objectives of the program
- Alignment with the priorities of Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy
How to apply
- Submit the notice of intent using the Convergence Portal by 9:00 p.m. (eastern) on June 8, 2023.
- Submit the full application using the Convergence Portal by 9:00 p.m. (eastern), September 7, 2023.
Processing and Agreement
- SSHRC will publish the content of notices of intent received as part of the competition process.
- The program undertakes an administrative review of all materials at all application stages to verify eligibility requirements and application guidelines have been met.
- Applications that do not meet the requirements are withdrawn from the competition.
- All recipients of CBRF funding must report yearly on their use of funds and submit a final report to SSHRC upon completion of funding.
Additional information
- The CBRF and BRIF are based on an ecosystem approach, designed to build on existing assets and infrastructure, and to forge partnerships across multiple sectors, including industry and government research facilities.
- The program is co-led by the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) and the Tri-agency Institutional Programs Secretariat (TIPS) housed at the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund Program
What is the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
The Canada Biomedical Research Fund and Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund supports partnered bioscience research, talent development and research infrastructure for eligible institutions in Canada. It is aligned with Canada’s Biomanufacturing and Life Sciences Strategy and aims to strengthen pandemic preparedness and domestic capacity across the academic, public, private and non-profit sectors.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund Funds up to 60% of admissible expenses.
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:
Administering organizations must meet the eligibility requirements of any one of SSHRC, NSERC or CIHR.
What expenses are eligible under Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
Partnered, applied research in the biomanufacturing and life sciences sector to accelerate the translation of discoveries into products and services to strengthen the sector
Partnered talent development to provide skills and training needed to drive innovation and growth in Canada’s biomanufacturing industry
Research infrastructure to support Canada’s biosciences research needs
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Biosciences Research Infrastructure Fund?
You can contact Leaders Opportunity Fund (LOF) by email at brif-firsb@innovation.ca or by phone at 613-995-4273.
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