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Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)
Supports research infrastructure for top researchers
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 6,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports research infrastructure for Canada Impact+ Research Chairs and, where applicable, Emerging Leaders. It funds equipment, facilities, and operating and maintenance costs to help turn research into innovations, policies, and solutions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 6,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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
- Acquiring or developing research infrastructure for chairholders
- Supporting operating and maintenance needs tied to the research program
- Upgrading facilities that build on existing institutional capacity
Documents Needed
- Proposal submitted in CAMS
- Completed application forms and required attachments
- Research security documentation, if applicable
- Supporting materials for infrastructure and O&M justification
- Host facility approval, if the project is located at a national or international research facility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian institutions eligible for CFI funding
- Universities, colleges, research hospitals, and non-profit research institutions
Who is not eligible
- Institutions that are not eligible to receive CFI funding
- Institutions that have not accepted at least one Canada Impact+ Research Chair award
- Individuals applying directly
Eligible expenses
- Research infrastructure acquisition or development
- Operating and maintenance costs supporting the infrastructure
- Eligible infrastructure expenditures and in-kind contributions incurred on or after April 1, 2026
- Costs normally eligible under the Infrastructure Operating Fund, when used for O&M under this program
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects that focus mainly on major, collective, shared advanced research computing infrastructure
- Advanced research computing needs better addressed through the Digital Research Alliance of Canada
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals are first checked for completeness and compliance.
- Applications are then reviewed by a multidisciplinary committee.
- The committee makes funding recommendations to the CFI Board of Directors.
- The Board makes the final funding decision.
- Institutions are notified by email when decisions are available in CAMS.
Additional information
- Institutions must keep their CFI institutional agreement up to date.
- Research security requirements apply at the time of application.
- Projects may involve advanced research computing, but not as a mainly shared national platform.
- Public announcement may follow funding decisions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF). 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 Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)?
This program supports research infrastructure for Canada Impact+ Research Chairs and, where applicable, Emerging Leaders. It funds equipment, facilities, and operating and maintenance costs to help turn research into innovations, policies, and solutions.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $6,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) program?
To be eligible for the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) program, you must:
Canadian CFI-eligible institution
Must have accepted a Canada Impact+ Research Chair
Project must support chairholder needs
What expenses are eligible under Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)?
Acquiring or developing research infrastructure for chairholders
Supporting operating and maintenance needs tied to the research program
Upgrading facilities that build on existing institutional capacity
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)?
You can contact Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) by email at impactplus@innovation.ca.
Where is the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) available?
The Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) program is available across Canada.
Is the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) is a Researchers And Facilities