News Releases

Building a net-positive future

February 2, 2012

Dialogues at UBC Robson Square examines regenerative sustainability January 31, 2012 - Vancouver, BC - John Robinson, Executive Director of the UBC Sustainability Initiative, thinks much of the green...

Canada Foundation for Innovation, Dialogues at UBC Robson Square

January 31, 2012

Redefining “green”: Buildings that improve the natural and human condition, with John Robinson John Robinson thinks that much of the green movement misses the point. We need to move beyond...

Mapping the human brain sheds light on autism

January 25, 2012

Lecture series launches by delving into Canada’s world-leading expertise in brain research Vancouver, January 25, 2012 — Canadian researchers are leading the way in the search for the cause...

Government of Canada announces research funding to improve quality of life and economic prosperity

January 24, 2012

OTTAWA, January 24, 2012 – The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State for Science and Technology, today announced support for 132 research projects in 31 communities across Canada to be delivered...

The Canada Foundation for Innovation kicks off 15th anniversary

January 12, 2012

helping Canadian researchers “think big” Ottawa, ON – January 12, 2012 – Supporting Canadian discovery, innovation and competitiveness has been a hallmark of the Canada Foundation...

Building stronger communities through innovation

November 16, 2011

Expert panel to explore Canada’s approach to supporting innovation November 16, 2011 – Ottawa, ON – Communities across Canada are benefiting from strong links between the private sector...

CFI President and CEO to join Governor General of Canada on State Visits to Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore

November 10, 2011

Ottawa —  November 10, 2011 — Dr. Gilles G. Patry, President and CEO of the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), will join His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor...

Government of Canada invests in research excellence at Canadian post secondary institutions creating jobs of the future

October 12, 2011

Government of Canada invests in research excellence at Canadian post secondary institutions creating jobs of the future - News Release Leaders Opportunity Fund – Funding for infrastructure associated...

Canadian Research Data Summit convenes today - Working together to exploit Canada’s investment in data

September 14, 2011

Ottawa, September 14, 2011 – More than 150 invited participants, representing leading players and decision-makers from academia, government, NGOs and the private sector, are gathering in Ottawa today...

Dr. William R. Driedzic appointed to the Board of Directors of the Canada Foundation for Innovation

September 12, 2011

Ottawa, September 12, 2011 — Dr. Kevin P. D. Smith, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI), is pleased to announce the appointment Dr. William R. Driedzic as...

Federal investment in research spurs growth and innovation

September 1, 2011

WINNIPEG, September 1, 2011 — Seniors suffering from Parkinson’s disease and babies born prematurely are just some of the those who will benefit from new investments in research infrastructure...

CFI article on outcome measurement study process featured in the December 2010 issue of Research Evaluation

March 29, 2011

A CFI article on the outcome measurement study process featured in the December 2010 issue of Research Evaluation, an international journal published in the UK. The article can be downloaded in full from...

We’ve come a long way, baby: New video highlights Canadian women excelling in science

March 2, 2011

To mark the centenary of International Women’s Day on March 8, the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is releasing a video that offers a personal portrayal of the challenges and rewards of being...

Government of Canada strengthens knowledge economy

January 21, 2011

Investment bolsters future economic growth, improves quality of life of Canadians OTTAWA — Canada will strengthen its position as a leading destination for the world’s top research...

CFI welcomes two new vice-presidents

January 13, 2011

OTTAWA – The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new vice-presidents. Robert Davidson, Vice-President, Programs and Planning Having been the CFI’s...

LOF: Funding for research infrastructure associated with a Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) application form now online

December 20, 2010

Leaders Opportunity Fund: Funding for research infrastructure associated with a Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) The electronic application form is now available online .  Proposals may be...

Major Science Initiatives Program (MSI) – Program overview and eligibility requirements now online

December 15, 2010

The program overview and eligibility requirements are now online.  In order to determine eligibility of an MSI, a statement of qualification must be submitted by an eligible institution to the CFI...

CFI launches the College-Industry Innovation Fund in support of business innovation

December 15, 2010

The CFI issues the Call for proposals for the new College-Industry Innovation Fund.

Canada Foundation for Innovation Annual Public Meeting – December 3, 2010

December 3, 2010

Guest speaker: Mr. Tom JenkinsExecutive Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer, Open Text Corporation Managing content in the cloud - The impact of digital media and social media on societies and innovation...

Government of Canada celebrates the Canada Research Chairs Program

November 24, 2010

Canada Research Chairs - News Release Leaders Opportunity Fund – Funding for infrastructure associated with aCanada Research Chair  - List of Approved Projects by Institution (PDF format)  -...

CFI launches $2,500 student science journalism award

November 22, 2010

The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is offering up to two Canadian university or college students $2,500 apiece to tell a riveting story about science as part of its new Emerging Science Journalists...

The CFI issues the draft Call for proposals for the new College-Industry Innovation Fund for consultation

November 10, 2010

College-Industry Innovation Fund - Draft Call for Proposals

LOF $1M - $2M Competition – NOI and application form now online

November 10, 2010

The electronic NOI and application forms are now available online.  The submission deadlines are December 15, 2010 and February 15, 2011, respectively. Instructions for completing the online forms...

INVITATION - CFI Annual Public Meeting - December 3, 2010

November 5, 2010

The Canada Foundation for Innovation Annual Public Meeting  - Download Invitation (PDF, 86KB) Guest speaker: Mr. Tom JenkinsExecutive Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer, Open Text Corporation,and...

The CFI announces new funding architecture related to $600 million from Budget 2009

October 25, 2010

OTTAWA, Ontario – The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) is pleased to announce its new funding architecture to support cutting-edge research infrastructure in Canada, including new programs...

Government of Canada Bolsters Knowledge Economy

October 22, 2010

News Release - Industry Canada