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Last Update: May 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
4D LABS is Simon Fraser University’s core facility for advanced materials research and development. It supports fabrication, prototyping, and characterization with tools and expertise for academic and industry users.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Fabrication and prototyping of novel materials and prototype devices
- Materials and device characterization and testing
- Research collaborations with facility staff and partners
- Staff-led contract work for device fabrication or sample analysis
- Training for independent facility use
Documents Needed
- Completed user registration form and waiver
- Access and service agreement for external organizations
- Training completion as required by the facility
- Billing information for the user or organization
- Project title and contact details
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Academic users
- Industry users
- Canadian universities and colleges for academic fees
- External organizations seeking facility access or services
Eligible expenses
- Facility use fees for fabrication and prototyping services
- Facility use fees for materials and device characterization services
- Staff-led contract work and related service charges
- Training and tool access fees
- Materials and supplies used in facility work
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Discounts do not apply to materials and supplies purchases.
- Discounts do not apply to photomask orders.
- Discounts do not apply to staff contract work.
Eligible geographic areas
- Burnaby, British Columbia
- Simon Fraser University’s Burnaby campus
Processing and Agreement
- Applications and access requests are reviewed through 4D LABS forms and agreements.
- Users must complete required training before facility access is granted.
- External organizations must sign an access and service agreement before services can proceed.
- Monthly invoicing is used for charges incurred.
- Access may be suspended or terminated if payment is not made within the required timeframe.
Additional information
- 4D LABS offers both academic and industry access.
- Users can choose between facility access, training, or staff-led services.
- Discounts are available for high-volume users.
- Academic users may be connected to funding sources for research at the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions about the SFU 4D LABS Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SFU 4D LABS. 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 SFU 4D LABS?
4D LABS is Simon Fraser University’s core facility for advanced materials research and development. It supports fabrication, prototyping, and characterization with tools and expertise for academic and industry users.
Who is eligible for the SFU 4D LABS program?
To be eligible for the SFU 4D LABS program, you must:
Academic or industry users only
Relevant materials-related project
Required facility training
What expenses are eligible under SFU 4D LABS?
Fabrication and prototyping of novel materials and prototype devices
Materials and device characterization and testing
Research collaborations with facility staff and partners
Staff-led contract work for device fabrication or sample analysis
Training for independent facility use
Who can I contact for more information about the SFU 4D LABS?
You can contact Simon Fraser University 4D LABS.
Where is the SFU 4D LABS available?
The SFU 4D LABS program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the SFU 4D LABS a grant, loan, or tax credit?
SFU 4D LABS is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the SFU 4D LABS?
SFU 4D LABS is funded by Simon Fraser University 4D LABS