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Essential government funding announced for some of Canada’s leading national research facilities
Canada’s researchers rely on state-of-the-art labs and facilities where they can work and make discoveries that help support a strong economy,…
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The CFI mourns the passing of Dr. David Strangway
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – The Canada Foundation for Innovation is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Dr. David Strangway at the age of 82.
An academic…
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New report says CFI investments retain top talent and create jobs
OTTAWA, ONTARIO — The investments of research infrastructure in 2015-16 fiscal year, such as equipment and facilities made by the Canada Foundation…
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Search for Chief Science Advisor for Canada begins
Ottawa, Ontario – A new chapter for Canada’s science community began Monday, when the Minister of Science, the Honourable Kirsty Duncan, announced…
Publications showcase how research builds communities
OTTAWA, ONTARIO — As part of the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s 20th anniversary celebration, we have partnered with The Globe and Mail and Le…
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Let curiosity reign to drive discovery, says keynote speaker at our annual public meeting
OTTAWA, ONTARIO –  “One of the most heart-breaking questions to ask me as a researcher is: ‘So what’s the application of your work?’” said TED Fellow…
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The CFI supports Canada Research Chairs with more than $8 million in infrastructure funding
OTTAWA, ONTARIO — The Government of Canada announced new funding today for the Canada Research Chairs (CRC) Program, including money for state-of-the…
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A bold vision from twenty years ago is more relevant than ever
The creation of the Canada Foundation for Innovation in 1997 stemmed from a bold vision to transform an ailing research system in this country.…
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Turning the tide for innovation in Canada
Twenty years ago, Canada was faced with a difficult question: “How can we elevate Canadian research to compete, even lead, on a global scale?”…
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TED speaker Andrew Pelling to give keynote address at annual public meeting
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – TED2016 speaker, Andrew Pelling, creates human body parts from plants and has grown living skin on LEGO. He is an award-winning…