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Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)
Supports research infrastructure for recruited researchers
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The CIRIF page now includes a new How to Apply document and FAQ guidance clarifying deadlines, eligible costs, and funding limits.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The CIRIF page now includes a new How to Apply document and FAQ guidance clarifying deadlines, eligible costs, and funding limits.
CIRIF page updated with FAQs and How to Apply guidance
The CIRIF page now links to a new How to Apply document dated June 10, 2026, and adds FAQ guidance on how institutions should prepare proposals in CAMS. The new guidance says proposals are due three months after the Impact+ Chair acceptance deadline, and it clarifies that database subscriptions are eligible, O&M can cover non-CFI-funded infrastructure, and institutions do not need matching funds. Funding terms are also clarified: each institution receives $4 million per accepted Canada Impact+ Research Chair, eligible projects may request up to $6 million from the CFI, and partner funding can allow total eligible costs to exceed $6 million if the difference is covered by cash and/or in-kind contributions.
Funding available
$ 6,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Canadian institutions recognized as eligible to receive funding from the CFI
See full eligibility
Overview
Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund supports eligible Canadian institutions that have accepted at least one Canada Impact+ Research Chair award. It provides up to $400 million for research infrastructure in Canada, with eligible support including acquiring or developing infrastructure, operating and maintaining it, and scientific and technical personnel.
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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
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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 a chairholder’s research program.
- Operating and maintaining research infrastructure that directly supports the chairholder and, where applicable, the Emerging Leader.
Documents Needed
- Budget justification PDF and proposed research program PDF.
- Construction or renovation attachment, if applicable, with timeline, floor plans and cost breakdown when construction or renovation costs are in excess of $500,000.
- STRAC attestation form, Risk assessment form and Private-sector partner identification form when the research security questions in CAMS are answered yes.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian institutions recognized as eligible to receive funding from the CFI
- Institutions that have accepted at least one Canada Impact+ Research Chair award
- One proposal may be submitted for each Canada Impact+ Research Chair accepted
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 costs.
- Operating and maintenance costs for research infrastructure.
- Scientific and technical personnel costs for the operation and management of facilities supporting the chairholder’s research program.
- Database subscriptions.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs related to research and/or technology development.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Justification of the need for the requested infrastructure and operating and maintenance budget.
- How the requested support complements existing institutional capacity and creates an environment that fully supports the chairholder’s research program in Canada.
- How the infrastructure supports the chairholder’s research program and strategic priority area.
- How the project supports the Emerging Leader’s research program, if applicable.
How to apply
- Use the CFI Awards Management System (CAMS) to prepare, share and submit your proposal.
Processing and Agreement
- The CFI will aim to have these proposals reviewed for a decision at its next scheduled Board meeting.
- CFI Board of Directors makes decisions.
Additional information
- Research security obligations apply under the Government of Canada’s National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships and STRAC.
- Proposals that focus predominantly on major, collective and shared advanced research computing infrastructure are not eligible for funding.
- Advanced research computing infrastructure costing more than $100,000 is expected to be integrated into a national platform.
- The Government of Canada organizes public announcements of new funding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF) Program
What is the Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)?
Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund supports eligible Canadian institutions that have accepted at least one Canada Impact+ Research Chair award. It provides up to $400 million for research infrastructure in Canada, with eligible support including acquiring or developing infrastructure, operating and maintaining it, and scientific and technical personnel.
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 institutions eligible to receive CFI funding
Must have accepted at least one Canada Impact+ Research Chair award
One proposal may be submitted for each accepted Chair
What expenses are eligible under Canada Impact+ Research Infrastructure Fund (CIRIF)?
Acquiring or developing research infrastructure for a chairholder’s research program.
Operating and maintaining research infrastructure that directly supports the chairholder and, where applicable, the Emerging Leader.
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 or by phone at 6139476496.
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 Grant and Funding