Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: June 2026
Canadian Institutes of Health Research funding for early-stage commercialization of health research. Phase 1 supports proof-of-concept; Phase 2 supports advanced development.
Discontinued: no current intake We keep this page for reference, but we will not recommend it as a current match.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
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Check my eligibilityCIHR Proof of Principle (POP) Program is generally open to incorporated businesses, in any province or territory, in Healthcare & Wellness, Technology & Software, that carry out research and development. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Phase 1: up to $200,000. Phase 2: up to $600,000.. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
No. CIHR Proof of Principle (POP) Program has closed to new applicants (Discontinued: no current intake). This page is kept for reference.