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Referencing CFI item numbers to facilitate review and reporting
The CFI funds specific items of an infrastructure project. A CFI item number is assigned to each item approved by the CFI, as presented in the CFI-…
Oversight for expenditure eligibility and infrastructure changes
The CFI expects institutions to purchase the specific infrastructure items approved for a project. If a change to an infrastructure item or the…
Timely project implementation
To ensure that the significant investments made in CFI-funded projects deliver the expected benefits, the timely implementation and completion of…
Setting realistic budgets at the proposal stage
Setting realistic budgets at the proposal stage is important to mitigate the risk of changes that can significantly impact a project’s implementation…
Tailoring your proposal development and review process
When developing a proposal, an institution should ensure that all important aspects are considered, and that there is an appropriate internal review…
Important considerations for institutions with decentralized models
To properly manage CFI-funded projects, an institution must have adequate structures and functions in place as well as sufficient and appropriate…
Managing CFI-funded infrastructure through core facilities
Over the past few years, as research efforts move increasingly towards multidisciplinary teams and approaches, a rapidly growing number of…
Training and information sessions for individuals involved in the administration of CFI awards
Formal training and information sessions for individuals involved with CFI awards is a critical component for ensuring CFI guidelines and…
Clear definition of roles and responsibilities, and collaboration from key stakeholders at all stages of a CFI project
At institutions, management and oversight functions may be held by several individuals across various units. For example, project leaders and their…
Giving consideration to your portfolio of CFI-funded projects
When developing or managing CFI-funded projects, we encourage you to consider how a given project is positioned within its portfolio of projects. A…