SIF — Collaborations and Networks projects
grant_single|update March 31, 2025
Canada
Funding for collaborative business-led projects and innovation networks
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- grant_single|openingDate March 13, 2023
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Grant and Funding
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- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
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- Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Government of Canada
- Innovation Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Receive contributions for large, collaborative business-led projects and innovation networks amongst industry researchers, national and regional research institutes, academic institutions, and Canadian small-and-medium-sized enterprises or multi-national
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The SIF — Collaborations and Networks category supports business-led projects and innovative networks that build on Canada's existing strengths. The eligible projects are designed to enhance national capacity through industrial research, technology demonstrations, and collaboration among key stakeholders.
- Industrial research focusing on the discovery of new knowledge for developing technology-driven products.
- Early-stage technology readiness activities, including fundamental research and R&D phases.
- Technology demonstration projects advancing technologies into product-specific applications for commercialization.
- Collaborative projects that improve supply chains and strengthen ties between businesses and academia/research bodies.
- Creating collaboration among industry researchers, national and regional research institutes, academic institutions, and Canadian businesses.
- Providing financial support for collaborative projects aimed at developing pre-commercial technologies.
- Projects that involve SMEs and research councils to develop new products using academic research findings.
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$ 600,000
Technology demonstration for smart farming solutions
$ 500,000
Collaborative development of sustainable packaging technology
$ 850,000
Demonstration of renewable energy microgrid technology
$ 900,000
Industrial research for green hydrogen production technology
$ 450,000
Development of a new AI-driven financial analytic tool
$ 750,000
Collaborative development of low-emission construction materials
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the applicant's corporate structure and collaborative approach.
- The lead applicant must be a not-for-profit organization incorporated in Canada or a for-profit corporation incorporated in Canada.
- The applicant should have the capability to manage and lead a network project as per the Contribution Agreement terms.
- Collaboration with Canadian universities, colleges, research institutes, for-profit corporations, and/or not-for-profit entities is required.
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Organizations eligible to apply as a lead applicant for the Collaborations and Networks category of the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) must be: - A not-for-profit organization incorporated in Canada.- A for-profit corporation incorporated in Canada.
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This grant supports large, collaborative business-led projects and innovation networks in Canada, focusing on areas of national advantage. These initiatives encourage technological advancement and commercialization through various strategic activities.
- Industrial research projects aimed at discovering new knowledge to develop technology-driven products.
- Processes or services development at early-stage technology readiness levels including fundamental research activities and R&D phases.
- Technology demonstrations advancing new technologies into product-specific applications at mid- and late-stage technology readiness levels, with a focus on commercialization.
- Developing technologies with clear paths to commercialization in priority funding areas.
- Creating collaboration among industry researchers, national and regional research institutes, academic institutions, and Canadian businesses.
- Providing financial support for collaborative projects within the R&D community.
- Collaborative technology development and demonstration projects focusing on industrial research and large-scale technology demonstration.
- Collaborations with SMEs, research councils, and original equipment manufacturers to develop new products using academic research findings.
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This grant is available to organizations incorporated in Canada. As such, eligibility is nationwide within Canadian borders, ensuring support for strategic innovation across the country.
- Organizations incorporated anywhere in Canada.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
- Eligibility of lead applicant and project partners
- Demonstrated need and benefits for Canada
- Alignment with funding priorities and areas of advantage
- Clarity of project objectives and outcomes
- Feasibility and sustainability of the proposed project
- Level of collaboration and engagement with key players in the Canadian R&D community
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1
Initial Planning and Partnerships
- Identify eligible partners from Canadian universities, research institutes, and industry stakeholders.
- Discuss and outline potential project activities and goals.
2
Eligibility Check and Requirements
- Ensure that your organization fits the eligibility criteria as a lead applicant (not-for-profit or for-profit corporation incorporated in Canada).
- Review project costs, benefits for Canada, and funding conditions as outlined by the program.
3
Project Proposal Preparation
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal that includes objectives, scope, timelines, and expected outcomes.
- Detail how the project will enhance supply chains and strengthen ties between businesses and academia.
- Include a strategy for the network’s sustainability post-funding.
4
Compile Documentation
- Gather necessary supporting documents such as letters of support, financial statements, and detailed budgets.
- Prepare documentation that evidences each collaborator’s role and contribution to the project.
5
Online Application Submission
- Access the Strategic Innovation Fund’s application portal and create an account if necessary.
- Upload all required documentation and complete the online application form thoroughly.
- Review the application to ensure all information is accurate and complete.
- Submit the completed application before the specified deadline.
6
Follow-Up and Confirmation
- Receive a confirmation email with application reference details.
- Track your application progress through the portal if such a feature is available.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Projects should capitalize on areas where Canada has a proven technological or industrial advantage.
- Lead applicants must effectively manage collaboration activities and maintain strong ties between academia and industry.
- Networks must take full responsibility for the evaluation and management of the projects they choose to support.
- This program is focused on pre-commercial technology development and demonstration stages.
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