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CFI — Research Facilities Navigator
Directory of Canadian research facilities
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Research Facilities Navigator is a Canada-wide directory that connects publicly funded research facilities with external partners. It supports profiles for facilities seeking collaboration and visibility for expertise, equipment, and partnership opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Creating a public profile for a research facility
- Updating an existing facility profile
- Showcasing expertise, services, and specialized equipment
- Promoting partnership opportunities with external users
Documents Needed
- Completed profile form
- Facility contact information
- Location details
- Description of expertise and equipment
- Information on partnership opportunities
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Universities
- Colleges
- Hospitals
- Non-profit research organizations
- Federal government organizations and agencies
Who is not eligible
- Private-sector firms seeking routine testing through CFI-funded infrastructure
- Private-sector firms seeking technical consulting services through CFI-funded infrastructure
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Routine testing of samples or products using CFI-funded infrastructure
- Technical consulting services offered to private-sector firms using CFI-funded infrastructure
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Completeness of the submitted profile
- Accuracy and integrity of the information provided
How to apply
1
Partnership Identification
- Contact an industrial liaison officer or a partnership office at the university.
- Discuss with a researcher to explore partnership opportunities.
2
Project Development
- Identify a principal investigator and define the scope and budget of the work.
- Collaborate with the liaison officer to identify external funding opportunities.
3
Application Preparation
- Draft a partnership agreement including the missions, objectives, and terms of the research project.
- Add elements such as intellectual property management, timeline, and responsibilities of each party.
4
Application Submission
- Finalize and submit the partnership agreement to the university for approval.
- Ensure that all necessary documents are complete and accurate before submission.
5
Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive confirmation of the project submission from the university.
- Follow up on the submission with the liaison officer and prepare the next steps if modifications are needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Submitted profiles are reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
- The institution remains responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the information.
- Language support such as editing or translation may be available.
- Profiles can be updated after submission and reviewed annually.
Additional information
- Profiles may be updated at any time.
- Research facilities are invited to review their profile annually.
- Simple edits, such as contact changes, can be sent by email.
- A working copy of the profile can be provided upon request.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator Program
What is the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator?
Research Facilities Navigator is a Canada-wide directory that connects publicly funded research facilities with external partners. It supports profiles for facilities seeking collaboration and visibility for expertise, equipment, and partnership opportunities.
Who is eligible for the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator program?
To be eligible for the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator program, you must:
Publicly funded research facility
Canadian institutional affiliation
Interest in external collaboration
What expenses are eligible under CFI — Research Facilities Navigator?
Creating a public profile for a research facility
Updating an existing facility profile
Showcasing expertise, services, and specialized equipment
Promoting partnership opportunities with external users
Who can I contact for more information about the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator?
You can contact Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) by email at navigator@innovation.ca.
Where is the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator available?
The CFI — Research Facilities Navigator program is available across Canada.
Is the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CFI — Research Facilities Navigator is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the CFI — Research Facilities Navigator?
CFI — Research Facilities Navigator is funded by Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI)