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Research builds communities

The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is a non-profit corporation that invests in research infrastructure at Canadian universities, colleges, research hospitals and non-profit research institutions.

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Research in Canada, for Canada: A value proposition

A statement on the value of research and its vital contributions to society

Read our value proposition

Sylvain Charbonneau appointed President and CEO of the Canada Foundation for Innovation

Dr. Charbonneau to begin his tenure at the CFI October 1, 2024

Ready for a changing world

From how we produce and use energy, to how we build our homes and communities, research is helping us take on the extraordinary challenges facing our environment.
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Research security

Learn about the CFI’s new research security policies.  Access forms, guidelines and other information to help you navigate these new requirements.

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Connect with a research partner

Find the facilities, equipment and expertise to meet your research and innovation needs by using the Research Facilities Navigator database