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Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund
Last Update: February 4, 2026
QC, Canada
Supports large-scale research infrastructure projects in Canada
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 4, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Overview
The Innovation Fund supports a wide range of research initiatives in Canada, focusing on infrastructure development with funding up to 40% of eligible costs. It helps institutions undertake major research projects that promote innovation, sustainability, and global competitiveness through technological advancement and collaborative research efforts.
Activities funded
- Development and deployment of advanced research infrastructure.
- Establishment of collaborative research platforms.
- Implementation of innovative scientific and technological projects.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 3,500,000
Development of a state-of-the-art renewable energy testing laboratory
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities.
- Canadian colleges and research hospitals.
- Recognized non-profit research institutions.
Who is not eligible
Ineligible Costs and Activities
Eligible geographic areas
CanadaSelection criteria
- Project excellence and innovation.
- Potential long-term benefits for Canada.
- Institutional capacity to sustain research activities.
- Partnerships and collaboration scope.
How to apply
Register and create an account on the funding portal.Prepare and submit the project proposal with supporting documents.Review and evaluation process by the funding body.Receive notification of approval or rejection.Sign the funding agreement and commence project execution.
Processing and Agreement
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