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The Office of the Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International) welcomes discussions with any potential partner about the innovations available for development and licensing opportunities. Contact us to learn more. Select any of the technology briefs below for further details:

Canada Foundation for Innovation Funds Seven Innovative Projects at Carleton

Thirteen researchers from Carleton University are receiving new funding from the Canada Foundation for Innovation’s (CFI) John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF). Their projects focus on a range of topics, including sustainable transportation, artificial intelligence, health care and biomedical engineering. CFI JELF funds equipment and facilities to mobilize knowledge, encourage innovation and commercialization, and train the talented minds of the next generation. The total of $1,308,710 awarded by CFI will contribute to seven projects and will support the labs and equipment needed to advance their innovative research. CFI funding represents up to 40 per cent of total project costs, with additional funds anticipated from other sources. “The success of these initiatives reflects the strength of Carleton’s research community,” said Rafik…

Toward a More Sustainable Future: Efficiency Canada Project Receives Government Support

The Government of Canada has announced a $28.9 million investment for 12 projects across the country to help accelerate the development and deployment of clean energy technologies that will power a reliable and competitive energy system. This includes $865,725 for Efficiency Canada from Natural Resources Canada’s Energy Innovation Program to conduct research and publish practical reports that will enable regulators and program leaders to better manage electricity demands. The announcement was made in late March at York University by the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources. “Our new government is proud to be investing in projects like this one to provide reliable, affordable and clean power across the country that will propel our economic growth, protect affordability for…

When do Undergraduate Projects Need REB Review?

While the TCPS presumes that Masters or Doctoral thesis projects qualify as research, there is no such presumption for undergraduate projects, such as Arts and Social Science or other Honours theses or Capstone projects and it is often uncertain whether such a project requires REB Review.  In such cases, seeks to determine whether there appears to be a primary research intent, that is an intention to create new knowledge.  Does the project appear to have a primary intention to train or teach research methods and skills, or is there a genuine intent to generate new information, of potential significance to the relevant scientific or scholarly community?   In addition, does the project meet relevant scholarly or scientific methodological standards, such that…

Environment and Climate Change Canada: Environmental Damages Fund

The Environmental Damages Fund (EDF) is a Government of Canada program administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). The fund receives money from fines, penalties, court orders and voluntary payments for environmental violations. This money is used to support projects that will benefit Canada’s natural environment, usually in the area where the violation occurred. The fund invests in projects falling within four categories: Restoration Environmental quality improvement Research and development Education and awareness The purpose of the EDF is to fund projects that restore damage to the natural environment and support wildlife conservation, in a cost-effective way. Visit the Environment and Climate Change Canada website for more information on the Environmental Damages Fund. Value and Duration Available funding varies…

Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks: Species Conservation Program

The Species Conservation Program was created to encourage people and organizations to get involved in conserving species at risk and their habitats through stewardship activities. It’s part of Ontario’s track record of strong environmental stewardship, preserving the rich biodiversity of our province for future generations. Program objectives include: Supporting other activities to assist in the protection and conservation of species, such as direct threat mitigation, field-based surveys and monitoring, research and local and Indigenous knowledge collection. Preserving and rehabilitating habitat, and enhancing other areas so that they can become habitat. Supporting public education and outreach programs relating to conservation. Visit the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks website for more information on the Species Conservation Program. Eligibility The fund…

Grand Challenges Canada: Transition to Scale

Grand Challenges Canada (GCC) seeks to support the transition to scale and sustainability of Bold Ideas with Big Impact®. They accept applications from innovators in the following areas: maternal and newborn health, digital health, medical products and technology, community health worker models, urban sanitation and hygiene, and options for safe pregnancy termination. Visit the Grand Challenges Canada website for more information on Transition to Scale. Value and Duration $150,000 to $3 million CAD For project periods of six months up to five years Overview The main purpose of the Global Health Innovation funding program is to support bold approaches that challenge existing practices and have the potential to generate substantially greater lives saved or improved, in order to best achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).…

CFI: Innovation Fund

In anticipation of the 2027 Innovation Fund competition from the Canada Foundation for Innovation, the Office of the Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International) (OVPRII) is launching the Carleton University internal process to develop and select proposals. Sponsor’s Website Visit the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) website for more information on the Innovation Fund. Internal Contacts Kyla Reid: kyla.reid@carleton.ca Potential applicants are also encouraged to discuss this funding opportunity with their Faculty Research Facilitator. Deadlines DeadlineDateInternal Expression of Interest formSeptember 30, 2025Internal Notice of Intent formNovember 17, 2025Submission of internal proposalMarch 25, 2026 Overview The Innovation Fund (IF) provides ongoing investments in infrastructure across the full spectrum of research, from the most fundamental to applied, through to technology development. Projects funded through the IF will…

The 2026 Mitacs Innovation Awards

Sponsor's Website Visit the Mitacs website for more information on the Innovation Awards. External Contact For questions about the Mitacs Innovation Awards or the nomination process, contact events@mitacs.ca. Deadlines Nomination period: August 4 to September 8, 2026 The awards ceremony will take place on November 23, 2026. All winners will be invited to join at the National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa. Overview Now in their 16th year, the Mitacs Innovation Awards celebrate the people and partnerships turning research, talent and ambition into real-world results. From breakthrough research and inclusive innovation to start-up growth, commercialization, mentorship and industry collaboration, the awards recognize the achievements that help build a stronger and more resilient Canadian economy. Each year, the Mitacs Innovation Awards bring together…

NSERC-USRA Application Process

Subject Matter Eligibility: Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) awards are open to all students in the natural sciences and engineering fields. (Consult: NSERC SUBJECT MATTER ELIGIBILITY) Number of Awards: 53 awards + 5 specifically for students identifying as Black=58 total. (Consult the Undergraduate Student Research Awards allocations web page) APPLICATION PROCESS and DEADLINE: Each faculty listed below has a number of available awards and its own selection process Students apply through the faculty where they request to hold their award (i.e. the Supervisor’s faculty, not necessarily the student’s) Please consult the table below for individual faculty deadlines, contact information and application requirements Faculty NameApplication Requirements Web PageApplication DeadlineContact PersonArts and Social Sciences (FASS)FASS Program Web PageFebruary 25, 2026…