SIF — Collaborations and Networks projects
At a glance
- Max. $10,000,000
- Open Date : March 13, 2023
- All industries
- Innovation Canada
- Science and Economic Development Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
Projects funded under the Collaborations and Networks category of the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) support large, collaborative business-led projects and innovation networks in areas where Canada has a demonstrated advantage.
- Lead applicant must be a not-for-profit organization or for-profit corporation incorporated in Canada.
Who is eligible
Eligible types of companies for this grant are not-for-profit organizations incorporated in Canada and for-profit corporations incorporated in Canada.
- Not-for-profit organizations incorporated in Canada
- For-profit corporations incorporated in Canada
Who is not eligible
Based on the grant context, any entities that are not-for-profit organizations incorporated outside of Canada are not eligible for this grant.
- Not-for-profit organizations incorporated outside of Canada
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant may include project costs related to industrial research, technology demonstration, collaborative technology development, and large-scale technology demonstration. Some examples of eligible expenses are salaries, materials, equipment, and other costs directly associated with the project.
- Salaries for project team members
- Materials and supplies for research and development
- Equipment purchases or rentals
- Travel costs for project-related activities
- Consulting fees for specialized expertise
- Other direct project costs necessary for the successful completion of the project
Eligible projects & activities
There are eligible projects and activities under this grant. They include industrial research, technology demonstration, collaborative technology development, and demonstration. Some examples of eligible network project activities are creating collaboration among key members in the Canadian R&D community and providing financial support for collaborative projects.
- Industrial research
- Technology demonstration
- Collaborative technology development and demonstration
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
- Eligibility of lead applicant and project partners
- Demonstrated need and benefits for Canada
- Alignment with funding priorities and areas of advantage
- Clarity of project objectives and outcomes
- Feasibility and sustainability of the proposed project
- Level of collaboration and engagement with key players in the Canadian R&D community
How to apply
- Step 1: Determine eligibility as a lead applicant
- Lead applicants must be a not-for-profit organization or a for-profit corporation incorporated in Canada
- Step 2: Prepare and submit an application
- Submit an application to SIF on behalf of the network
- Provide all required documentation and information
- Step 3: Receive and manage government contribution
- Manage the funds according to the terms of the Contribution Agreement
- Step 4: Manage the network's projects
- Distribute funding to support network activities
- Ensure projects align with the goals of the grant
- Step 5: Submit claims and report on results
- Submit claims for expenses incurred
- Report on the outcomes and impact of the funded projects
- Step 6: Ensure sustainability of the network
- Take steps to ensure the network's long-term viability