GrantEquity-free Canada
Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF)
Government of Canada
Apply / official page ↗Typical funding
Supports large projects; awards can reach multi‑million‑dollar levels depending on stream and project.
Maximum
Varies by stream; often structured as significant contributions to major innovation initiatives.
Startup stage
Scale‑up and growth‑stage innovative companies; some streams can support smaller high‑impact startups.
Sector focus
Cross‑sector innovation, including advanced manufacturing, clean tech, digital, life sciences and more.
Overview
Federal programme supporting innovation projects across sectors, from R&D and commercialization to business expansion and large investments.
Who's eligible
Canadian businesses undertaking projects that fit one of four SIF streams (R&D/commercialization, business growth, large investment, collaborative innovation).
How to apply
Submit project proposals through the SIF portal after assessing stream fit and preparing detailed business case.
Good to know
Considered one of Canada’s largest innovation grant programmes; competitive and documentation‑heavy.