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With the support of the Government of Canada, the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) has been providing researchers across the nation with
the tools they need to make discoveries —
vital discoveries that are changing peoples’ lives.
And now, an internationally renowned panel of experts* says that the CFI is the most successful research funding organization of its kind in the world.
Here’s what else they’re saying. . .
" Uncompromising commitment to excellence."
Canada’s cutting-edge labs, equipment and facilities are attracting researchers from around the globe and keeping our homegrown talent right here at home. The CFI has been driven by a commitment to excellence, an emphasis on multidisciplinary collaborations and strategic thinking in funding this infrastructure. And in doing so, it has played a catalytic role in revitalizing and transforming the research enterprise in Canada and making it world-class.
" World’s best practice."
When it comes to designing and delivering programs that make the best use of public funds, the CFI’s foundation model allows the autonomy and flexibility it needs to promote excellence through rigorous funding competitions. The Government of Canada’s continued support for this model has allowed the CFI to adjust its programs to meet Canada’s research infrastructure needs while safeguarding the public interest. The CFI’s programs and processes involve world’s best practices that are worthy of emulation.
" Strong advantage for Canada."
There was a time when Canada’s research reputation on the international stage was slipping, partially due to deteriorating infrastructure in our universities. The creation of the CFI, however, was a turning point. For more than a decade, the CFI
has been a key player in rebuilding Canada’s status as a destination of choice for research talent and collaboration. In today’s global knowledge-based economy, where research is increasingly tied to a country’s economic prosperity,
the CFI’s creation and achievements are relevant
to Canada’s needs and national interests.
 - Download one-page summary
(PDF format, 800KB)
- Download overall performance evaluation report
(PDF format, 230KB)
- Download Response to the Overall Performance Evaluation of the CFI
(PDF format, 65KB)
- Download performance audit (value-for-money audit) report
(PDF format, 2.4MB)
- Download International Review Panel Report
(PDF format, 230KB)
* A panel of seven internationally renowned experts in research and research funding based its conclusions on a third-party performance evaluation and value-for-money audit performed by KPMG in 2009.
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