Research stories
Our investments support research that benefits Canadians
In CFI-funded labs and facilities across the country, researchers in all stages of their careers are making discoveries, supporting a robust innovation ecosystem and helping solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
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Investigating the causes — and consequences — of war and genocide
How immersive gaming, film, video and podcasting tools are giving Hilary Earl and her colleagues fresh insights into the history of state-sponsored violence
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Ontario
The future of flight depends on sustainability that goes beyond biofuels
The University of Waterloo’s Suzanne Kearns is a global leader in sustainable aviation, but her flight path wasn’t without turbulence
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A promising future, now: 25 years of investing in ideas that change our world
The Canada Foundation for Innovation has supported cutting-edge research in Canada for 25 years. In these videos, researchers reflect on how CFI funding has advanced their work and how future generations will benefit. They tell passionate stories of curiosity, commitment and innovation.
All stories
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Investigating the causes — and consequences — of war and genocide
How immersive gaming, film, video and podcasting tools are giving Hilary Earl and her colleagues fresh insights into the history of state-sponsored violence
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Ontario
Building prosperity by reimagining the building blocks of plastics
Kritika Tyagi — Co-founder, Head of Product, erthos®
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Alberta
Building prosperity by recycling greenhouse gas emissions
Paul Addo — Co-founder and CEO, SeeO2 Energy
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British Columbia
Building prosperity by unleashing the power of quantum computing
Stephanie Simmons — Founder and Chief Quantum Officer, Photonic Inc.
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British Columbia
Building prosperity by ensuring safe public infrastructure
Harsh Rathod — Co-founder and CEO, Niricson
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Quebec
Building prosperity by advancing medical devices
Frédéric Leblond — Co-founder, Reveal Surgical and Exclaro
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Ontario
The future of flight depends on sustainability that goes beyond biofuels
The University of Waterloo’s Suzanne Kearns is a global leader in sustainable aviation, but her flight path wasn’t without turbulence
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Ontario
Is bad air quality making you sick?
The air you breathe contains thousands of natural and synthetic chemicals. Joseph Okeme is identifying which ones cause chronic diseases.
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Nova Scotia
Can plant-based proteins taste better?
Marcia English wants to give consumers all the benefits of pulse proteins without the beany flavour. That’s good news for Canada’s $6.3 billion pulse industry.
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Ontario
Creating a mental health playbook for student athletes
How sports psychology expert Katherine Tamminen is helping competitors thrive now — and long after they’ve put away their jerseys
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Ontario,British Columbia,Quebec
Keeping research infrastructure green
A nod to the efforts that CFI-funded labs are making to reduce their environmental impact
