How do I apply for SIF — Collaborations and Networks projects?

Visit Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's website for application instructions.

Who administers SIF — Collaborations and Networks projects?

This program is administered by Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada.

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SIF — Collaborations and Networks projects

Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

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Funding for collaborations and networks projects

Funding

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Deadline

Oct 22, 2025

Status

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What Is This Program?

Receive contributions for large, collaborative business-led projects and innovation networks in areas where Canada has a demonstrated advantage.

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Submit an application to SRF on behalf of the network
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🌐Application Portal: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/ised/en/programs-and-initiatives/strategic-response-fund/how-to-apply
📤Submission Method: online
🔄Intake Type: fixed-deadline

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: Application form
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📎Optional Documents: Letters of support from partners
Previous project reports
📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB
📥Templates Available: Application Form
✉️Supporting Letters: Letters of support from key partners are recommended but not mandatory.

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: direct labour costs
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: advertising
allowance for interest on invested capital
amortization of unrealized appreciation of assets
compensation for officers and employees that is unreasonable
depreciation of assets
donations
dues and other memberships
entertainment expenses
fines and penalties
losses on investments
losses on other projects or contracts
premiums for life insurance
product development or improvement expenses not associated with the project
provisions for contingencies
selling and marketing expenses
taxes
💳Payment Model: reimbursement

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

🔀Matching Required: Yes
📊Matching Ratio: 50%
🏦Eligible Matching Sources: cash
in-kind
📚Stacking Rules: Yes, can combine with other government funding.
🛡️Proof of Matching Required: Documentation to prove matching funds is not specified.

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: annual
📑Reporting Requirements: submitting an application to SRF on behalf of the network
receiving and managing the government contribution
managing the network's projects and distribution of funding
submitting claims
reporting on results
🔍Audit Requirements: Annual audited gross business revenues may be used for calculating repayments.
📢Branding Requirements: Recognition of the Government of Canada is required.
🗄️Record Retention Period: 7 years