The information presented in this section applies to the eligibility of projects and costs as well as the location, control and use of research infrastructure.
The CFI funding architecture is designed to deliver on the organization’s mandate by meeting the current needs of the research community, its partners and its stakeholders.
The Government of Canada created the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) in 1997 to fund state-of-the-art equipment, laboratories and facilities essential for conducting world-class research that produces benefits for Canadians.
Welcome to the new online CFI program and policy guide (PPG). This new guide was created to improve your experience, facilitate access to information regarding our funding policies and procedures, as well as ensure consistency in our program and policy guide.
Rita Orji, a computer scientist at Dalhousie University, develops culturally relevant persuasive technologies to promote positive behaviours, from sexual health among young people in Africa to mental wellness during a pandemic.