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Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund
Funding for world-class research infrastructure
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 4, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
The Innovation Fund supports research infrastructure across all disciplines, including basic research, applied research, and technology development. It funds projects that strengthen research capacity, generate benefits for Canadians, and help institutions compete internationally.
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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
- Maximum amount : 4,000,000 $
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : February 4, 2025
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
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Acquiring or developing research infrastructure
- Research and technology development across all disciplines
- Creation, renewal, or upgrade of core facilities
- Research supported through institutional collaboration
Documents Needed
- Institutional agreement
- Strategic research plan
- Notice of intent
- Proposal
- Research security forms, if required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian universities
- Colleges
- Research hospitals
- Non-profit research institutions
Who is not eligible
- Individual researchers
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of equipment, including shipping, taxes, and installation
- Lease of equipment
- Personnel costs related to infrastructure acquisition and development
- Components, software, and extended warranties or service contracts
- Construction or renovation costs needed to house and use the infrastructure
- Initial training of infrastructure personnel
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects focused mainly on shared advanced research computing infrastructure
- Travel and hospitality costs under the Infrastructure Operating Fund
Eligible geographic areas
Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for completeness and infrastructure eligibility.
- Proposals then go through expert committee review, followed by multidisciplinary assessment.
- A special multidisciplinary committee may review proposals if recommended funding exceeds the available budget.
- Final funding decisions are made by the CFI Board of Directors.
- Approved projects must complete award finalization and sign an award agreement before funds are released.
Additional information
- Institutional eligibility must be up to date before application.
- Notices of intent are used to identify review expertise and confirm infrastructure eligibility.
- Research security requirements may apply through CAMS.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation 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 - Innovation Fund?
The Innovation Fund supports research infrastructure across all disciplines, including basic research, applied research, and technology development. It funds projects that strengthen research capacity, generate benefits for Canadians, and help institutions compete internationally.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses, capped at $4,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund program?
To be eligible for the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund program, you must:
Eligible Canadian institution
Research infrastructure project
Project costs above $1 million
What expenses are eligible under Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund?
Acquiring or developing research infrastructure
Research and technology development across all disciplines
Creation, renewal, or upgrade of core facilities
Research supported through institutional collaboration
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund?
You can contact Leaders Opportunity Fund (LOF).
Where is the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund available?
The Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Foundation for Innovation - Innovation Fund is a Grant and Funding